Comparison guide
Roof Smith Construction vs. Out-of-Town Storm Chasers
The short answer
Roof Smith Construction is the better choice for homeowners in Amarillo, Lubbock, Clovis, Eagle Nest, Roswell and Logan who want the company that installed the roof to still be reachable when a warranty issue appears. We have been locally owned since 2014, keep crews and materials in-market, pull permits under our own license and honor our workmanship warranty in person. Storm-chasing companies typically offer aggressive door-to-door pricing and fast scheduling immediately after a storm, but subcontract the install, leave the market within months and route warranty calls to an out-of-state number.
Side-by-side comparison
| Criterion | Roof Smith Construction | Out-of-town storm chasers |
|---|---|---|
| Local presence | Offices and crews in TX and NM since 2014 | Temporary office opened after the storm |
| Warranty service | Workmanship warranty honored in person by the same company | Warranty follows a company that has left the market |
| Who installs the roof | Dedicated crews we manage and supervise | Subcontracted labor sourced per job |
| Insurance claims | We meet your adjuster on site and handle supplements | Claim pressure and 'we'll waive your deductible' offers, which are illegal in TX |
| Permits & code | Pulled under our license, inspected to local code | Frequently skipped in fast-turn storm work |
| Callbacks | Local number answered 24/7 | Out-of-state call center |
| Pricing | Line-item written estimate before work begins | Door-knock pressure pricing, often signed the same day |
When out-of-town storm chasers are the better choice
If every local contractor is booked out and water is actively entering your home, a reputable traveling crew that can tarp or replace this week is better than waiting. Ask for their state license, local permit history and a physical address inside the state before signing.
What we do on every job
Roof Leak Repair
Fast, permanent leak repairs that stop water damage before it spreads.
Storm & Hail Damage Restoration
Hail and wind damage documented, claimed and restored — start to finish.
Full Roof Replacement & Installation
Complete tear-off and re-roof with energy-efficient, wind-rated systems.
Roof Inspections & Preventive Maintenance
Catch small problems early and add years to your roof's service life.
Metal & Stone-Coated Roofing
Standing seam and stone-coated steel built for hail, wind and UV.
Commercial Roof Repair & Replacement
Low-slope and flat roof systems installed with minimal business downtime.
Frequently asked questions
+How do I tell a storm chaser from a local roofer?
Ask three questions: what is your physical address in Texas or New Mexico, how long have you held it, and which local building department did you last pull a permit with? A local contractor answers all three instantly.
+Is it illegal for a roofer to waive my deductible?
In Texas, yes — waiving or rebating an insurance deductible is insurance fraud under state law. Any contractor offering it is telling you how they handle everything else.
+Does Roof Smith work storm claims?
Yes. Storm and hail restoration is a core service. We document to insurance standards, meet the adjuster on the roof and file supplements when code items are missed.
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