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Universal Roofing and Restoration

Houston
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Residential roofingCommercial roofingRoof replacementRoof repair+7 more
4.8205 Google reviews
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About

Universal Roofing & Restoration is a family owned roofing and exterior restoration contractor based at 9110 Clarkcrest Street in southwest Houston. The Houston Area Roofing Contractors Association directory records the business as established on 9 January 2018. It works across residential and commercial roofing and also takes on siding and gutters, which lets it handle a whole storm-damaged exterior rather than the roof alone. The company is listed as a GAF Certified contractor in GAF's own contractor directory, and its roof-options page sets out three shingle packages: an IKO architectural system, an Owens Corning TruDefinition system with SureNail, and a GAF lifetime roof system. It also lists metal roofing. On workmanship the site advertises a 15 year labour warranty and a $20,000 guarantee covering labour and materials. A lot of the day to day work is storm and insurance driven. The company offers free roof inspections including drone inspections, says it attends the insurance adjuster meeting with the homeowner, and states that it contacts the HOA and submits material samples for approval before a replacement. It is straightforward on its own FAQ page that Texas law requires your insurance deductible to be collected, which is the correct position and a useful signal. Alongside RCAT it belongs to the Houston Area Roofing Contractors Association, the regional roofing association for the Houston market.

Highlights

GAF Certified contractor, confirmed on GAF's own contractor directory rather than only on the company's website
Family owned and operating in Houston since 2018, with a named office and field team published on the site
Roof, siding and gutter work under one contractor, which simplifies a full storm-damage exterior claim
15 year workmanship warranty and a $20,000 labour and materials guarantee advertised on the company site
Free roof inspections including drone inspection, with the company attending the insurance adjuster appointment

Services

Residential roofing
Commercial roofing
Roof replacement
Roof repair
Free roof inspections
Drone roof inspections
Storm damage restoration
Insurance claim assistance
Metal roofing
Siding installation and repair
Gutter installation and repair

Location & service area

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Serving Houston, Harris County, Texas and 18 more areas shown on the map. View on Google Maps ›

Insurance & credential verification

Texas does not issue a state roofing license, so we verify companies the way homeowners actually can: confirming insurance coverage, checking RCAT (Roofing Contractors Association of Texas) status, and checking city or county registration where the local jurisdiction requires one. Every credential below links to the actual issuing organization's own public lookup — don't just take our checkmark for it. Always ask for a current certificate of insurance before signing any contract.

CompanyUniversal Roofing and Restoration
InsuranceNot verified by us (we hold no certificate for this company — ask them for a current COI before signing)
RCAT statusMember Verify ↗
City/county registration Voluntary registry in HoustonRoofer Registration Program. Joining is optional here, so not being listed is not a mark against a company.
Status Current in the RCAT directory (no published licence number for this record)
RCAT member ID1351 (member since 2023)
Licence boardRCAT, Roofing Contractors Association of Texas (Texas issues no state roofing licence; RCAT runs the licensing programme)
GAF GAF Certified Verify on GAF ↗
RegionHouston

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Confirm this yourself: ask the company for their certificate of insurance (COI). Note that RCAT's Licensed Roofing Contractor credential (CRRL, RRL or CRL) is earned and held by a named individual at a company, not by the business itself, which is why we name that person above where we know it; Texas issues no company roofing license at all. RCAT and NTRCA status can be checked in their own public directories (RCAT, NTRCA) — use the "Licensed"/"Accredited" filter to see more than plain membership. GAF's contractor verification tool and Owens Corning's Texas locator confirm those tiers directly; CertainTeed doesn't offer a comparable self-serve lookup, so ask to see that certificate in person. BBB accreditation and rating are on bbb.org. Houston's own published registered-roofer list is years out of date, so it isn't cited here at all — confirm registration by contacting the city directly. Corpus Christi's STAR program has its own online contractor registry — for any other city or county registration claim, confirm directly with that jurisdiction's permit office.

Certifications

GAF Certified Contractor (listed in GAF's own contractor directory)Verify on GAF ↗
Houston Area Roofing Contractors Association member (listed in the HARCA directory)Company-reported — ask to see the certificate

Google reviews

4.8
Rated by 205 verified Google reviewers Verified by Google
Roger M· 7 months ago

Universal Roofing and Restoration did an excellent job on my roof replacement. The team was on time, very professional from start to finish, and kept everything clean throughout the process. Everyone was friendly and respectful, which made the whole experience stress-free. I definitely recommend Universal Roofing and Restoration to anyone in Houston needing a roof replacement.

Sade Gambrell· 3 months ago

Universal Roofing & Restoration demonstrated exceptional professionalism from start to finish. Their team was highly responsive and efficient with scheduling. Brandon was on time, efficient, and very knowledgeable. I initially had concerns about a specific area of my roof, but he inspected the entire roof thoroughly. His attention to detail and dedication truly reflect a strong commitment to both his craft and customer satisfaction. He also offered helpful suggestions for my home. That level of care and expertise is not something you see every day. l highly recommend Universal Roofing & Restoration to anyone in need of reliable, high-quality roofing services.

Tien Chino Huynh· a year ago

We had a wonderful and positive experience working with Universal Roofing & Restoration. From start to finish, Jennifer took the time to explain the process and ensured we were comfortable and informed, as it was our first time. Their team was punctual and completed our roof in a timely manner, addressing all the questions and concerns we had throughout the process. What stood out to us was their commitment to customer satisfaction and their fair, competitive pricing with no hidden surprises. I highly recommend Universal Roofing and will spread the word about this local Houston company. Thank you again, Anthony, Jennifer, and the rest of the team at Universal Roofing & Restoration—we look forward to having our gutters done next and working with you on any future home renovations!

Hamza Yilmaz· 6 months ago

I called Universal Roofing and Restoration for an urgent gutter repair the day before New Year’s Eve. And I had a wonderful and positive experience working with them. From start to finish, Jennifer took the time to explain the process and ensured I was comfortable and informed. The team (Alejandro and his friend) were punctual, professional, and trustworthy. They went beyond the call of duty to keep everything clean throughout the process and completed the repair on New Year’s Eve — that is less than 24 hours after I made the first call. Last but not least, everyone was very friendly and respectful, which made the whole experience stress-free. I definitely recommend Universal Roofing and Restoration to anyone in Houston needing gutter repair.

Billy Prophet· 7 months ago

Universal Roofing and restoration did a great job on my roof .I am glad I found them .Everything from the beginning of my inspection to the replacement of my roof was great . They were on time and professional. I recommend them for your roof replacement. Robert stayed in communication at all times.

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Frequently asked

Is Universal Roofing & Restoration licensed by the State of Texas?
Texas issues no state roofing licence and has no state roofing regulator, so no Texas roofer is state licensed. What you can check instead is current general liability and workers compensation insurance verified directly with the agent, association standing such as RCAT and the Houston Area Roofing Contractors Association, manufacturer certification such as the GAF listing, and any registration your city requires.
What does RCAT 'Member' status mean here?
The Roofing Contractors Association of Texas keeps two separate things. Plain membership means the company pays dues and belongs to the association. The Licensed Roofing Contractor credential (CRRL, RRL or CRL) is earned separately and appears with a licence number on the RCAT record. This company is listed as a member. That is a legitimate signal of trade engagement, but it is not the RCAT Licensed credential and it is not a government licence.
What does 'GAF Certified' actually get me?
GAF Certified is the entry tier of GAF's contractor programme, above an uncertified installer and below Master Elite. It means GAF has vetted the contractor for licensing where applicable, insurance and reputation, and allows the contractor to offer the GAF System Plus limited warranty on qualifying systems. Confirm at quote time that your specific roof is being built as a qualifying GAF system, because the enhanced warranty depends on which components are installed, not just on who installs them.
Do I have to pay my insurance deductible on a roof claim?
Yes. Under Texas Insurance Code Chapter 707 a contractor may not pay, waive, rebate or absorb your deductible, and may not advertise that it will. This company states the same thing on its own FAQ page. Any roofer offering to make your deductible disappear is proposing something illegal.
Will filing a hail or wind claim raise my premium?
Weather claims are usually treated differently from at-fault claims, but no contractor can promise you a rate outcome. Rate filings are regulated through the Texas Department of Insurance and carriers vary in how they treat frequency of claims across a policy. Ask your own agent about your own policy before you file, and treat any blanket guarantee about rates as marketing rather than fact.
Are impact-resistant Class 4 shingles worth it in the Houston area?
Houston takes less severe hail than North Texas but still gets damaging storms alongside high wind. Class 4 shingles are rated against the UL 2218 impact test and many Texas carriers offer a premium discount for them. Whether the payback works depends on your carrier's discount and your roof size, so get the discount amount from your insurer in writing before paying the upgrade.
How does a drone roof inspection differ from someone walking the roof?
A drone gives fast, safe, photographic coverage of slopes that are steep, fragile or hard to access, and it produces images you can keep for your claim file. It does not replace a hands-on check of flashing, penetrations, decking softness and attic ventilation. Ask for both the aerial imagery and a written report of what was found up close.
Do I need a permit to replace a roof in Houston?
Texas has no statewide building code enforcement, so this is set locally. Requirements inside the City of Houston differ from Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, the unincorporated parts of Harris County and each of the surrounding municipalities. Get it in writing from your contractor which permits and inspections your specific address needs and who is pulling them.
My HOA has to approve the shingle. Who handles that?
This company states on its own site that it contacts the HOA and submits material samples for approval as part of the job. Whoever handles it, get the approval in writing before the tear-off starts. Replacing a roof in a non-approved colour or profile is an expensive mistake to unwind.
What should I check before signing a storm-damage roofing contract?
Get a certificate of insurance directly from the agent, confirm the exact shingle line and accessories being installed, ask whether crews are employees or subcontractors, confirm who pulls the permit, get the workmanship warranty length and exclusions in writing, and read the payment schedule. If the contract is contingent on your insurer paying, Texas Business and Commerce Code Section 27.02 gives you three days to cancel after you learn the claim was denied in whole or in part.