7 Roofing Startup Tips From Expert Roofers Over 10 Million [Video]

Building a successful roofing business from the ground up is a journey. Many roofing company owners start alone, wearing every hat from installer to sales rep to bookkeeper.

• But growing into a profitable, team-run business is not only possible—many have done it and shared insights to help others achieve the same.
• Here, we explore expert tips directly from successful roofing entrepreneurs and outline practical steps to help you scale sustainably.

Several of these tips are from roofers past 10 million including amazing Hook Agency clients Sam Stilley, Amstill Roofing and Dan Young, Young Construction.

1. Start with a Strong Foundation: Vision and Culture

Having a clear vision is the starting point for any successful business. For many in the roofing industry, this clarity only comes after trial and error. Austin Taylor, a roofing business owner, calls this step “the baby” stage: “Your business is like a baby—you have to think of what you want it to grow up to be, then …