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Whitmans Contracting & Roofing is a Houston contractor offering residential and commercial roofing, and also runs a sister company, Whitmans Restoration LLC, for fire, water and wind damage restoration. The company is GAF and CertainTeed certified and has been a BBB Accredited Business since December 2016, holding an A+ rating with the Bureau. It is also a member of the Houston Apartment Association and offers financing for larger projects.
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.
CompanyWhitmans Contracting & Roofing
InsuranceNot verified by us (we hold no certificate for this company — ask them for a current COI before signing)
RCAT statusNot listed
City/county registration
Voluntary registry in HoustonRoofer Registration Program. Joining is optional here, so not being listed is not a mark against a company.
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 Houston's own published registered-roofer list is years out of date, so it isn't cited here at all — confirm registration by contacting the city directly.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 CertifiedCompany-reported — ask to see the certificate
CertainTeed CertifiedCompany-reported — ask to see the certificate
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Frequently asked
Does Texas require a state license for roofing contractors?
No. Texas has no statewide roofing license. Trust is based on insurance coverage, business registration, and voluntary credentials such as manufacturer certification, not a government license.
Is Whitmans Contracting & Roofing insured?
The company's own marketing materials do not publish specific policy details online. Ask to see a current certificate of general liability insurance before signing any contract.
Is Whitmans Contracting & Roofing an RCAT Member or Licensed Roofing Contractor?
A search of the RCAT online directory did not return a listing for this company under that name. RCAT Member (paying dues) and Licensed Roofing Contractor (a separately earned credential) are not the same thing; ask the company directly which, if either, it currently holds.
Does Whitmans install impact-resistant Class 4 shingles for hail-prone areas?
As a GAF and CertainTeed certified contractor, Whitmans has access to Class 4 impact-resistant shingle lines from both manufacturers. Confirm current product availability and whether it qualifies for an insurance premium discount.
Does Whitmans handle insurance claims after storm or hail damage?
This is not detailed on the company's own site beyond general contracting and restoration services. Ask directly about their process for storm and hail insurance claims.
Does Whitmans pull permits for roofing work in Houston?
Texas has no statewide building code, so permitting is set city by city. Confirm with Whitmans and with the City of Houston who is responsible for pulling any required permit.
What roofing materials does Whitmans work with?
The company advertises GAF and CertainTeed certification but does not itemize specific shingle or material lines on its site. Ask for the specific product options for your project.
Is Whitmans Contracting & Roofing a BBB Accredited Business?
Yes. The BBB profile shows an A+ rating and accreditation since December 21, 2016.
What should I ask before signing a roofing contract with Whitmans or any Texas roofer?
Ask for a current certificate of insurance, confirm RCAT status, get the manufacturer warranty terms in writing, and confirm who pulls any required city permit.
What areas does Whitmans Contracting & Roofing serve?
The company is based in Houston and describes its service area as residential, commercial and multi-family projects throughout Texas, with its primary focus in the Houston market.
