What Johnson Roofing does

Johnson Roofing, Inc. is a third-generation, family-owned commercial and residential roofing contractor headquartered in Waco, Texas, operating since 1941 across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. The company delivers roof installation, repair, replacement, coatings, and inspection services to a customer base spanning hospitals, university campuses, military installations, federal and state government facilities, industrial sites, retail properties, and individual homeowners. Notable technical capabilities include a UL Certified Sheet Metal Department (one of only 28 such credentialed contractors nationwide), ISO 9001 compliance achieved in 2022, and a 0.84 EMR safety record supported by Johnson Roofing University (JRU), an in-house training program covering NRCA-standard installation, manufacturer-specific systems, management, and safety. The commercial business is supplemented by Johnson Roof Management (JRM), a recurring preventative-maintenance program with photo-documented inspections.

The company's revenue model is anchored on one-time commercial and residential project contracts priced via quote-based free estimates, with a growing recurring layer from JRM maintenance subscriptions. Go-to-market is primarily direct-to-consumer and direct-to-institution via field-based sales teams and estimators, complemented by a website lead channel, word-of-mouth referrals, and industry-association presence (RCAT, NRCA, Associated General Contractors of America). Distribution is service-based, delivered on customer sites across the I-35 corridor. The company operates a fleet of more than 150 vehicles and equipment units handled by over 50 certified operators, with headcount fluctuating between 75 and 95 based on seasonal demand. In February 2026, TopBuild Corp announced an agreement to acquire Johnson Roofing — which generates approximately $29 million in annual revenue — and integrate it into its existing Progressive Roofing commercial platform.

Name

Johnson Roofing

Legal name

Johnson Roofing, Inc.

Website

https://jroof.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1941

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Johnson Roofing is a third-generation, Waco, Texas-based commercial and residential roofing contractor founded in 1941, serving hospitals, universities, military installations, government facilities, and homeowners across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma with installation, repair, and recurring maintenance services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Roofing Services

NAICS

Roofing Contractors (238160)

SIC

Sheet Metal Work (3444)

akta.pro primary industry

Roof Installation & Replacement (HSAPAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Roof Inspection, Preventive Maintenance & Tune-Ups (HSAGAKAH), Flashing, Edge Metal & Roof Accessories (IMADAFAJ)

Keywords

• Commercial roofing services
• Residential roofing services
• Roof repair and maintenance
• Roof installation contractors
• Roof management programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Waco

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Commercial Roofing Services: Full-service commercial roofing including installation, repair, and maintenance for hospitals, college campuses, military installations, industrial facilities, retail stores, and government facilities. Projects span Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma.
2. Residential Roofing Services: Services include emergency response, storm damage repair, residential roof inspections and repair, new construction, residential roof replacements, and energy efficiency consultations.
3. Johnson Roof Management (JRM) Maintenance Program: Ongoing roof management and preventative maintenance program with custom planned inspections and preventative maintenance, extending roof life and uncovering problems before they become costly.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Johnson Roofing is a third-generation roofing contractor delivering installation, repair, coatings, inspection, and preventative maintenance services for commercial and residential properties across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. The company operates a UL Certified in-house sheet metal fabrication shop and a recurring Johnson Roof Management maintenance program. Its in-house Johnson Roofing University formalizes career training for field crews in roofing installation, manufacturer-specific systems, safety, and management.

Product overview

Johnson Roofing is a full-service roofing company offering a portfolio of residential and commercial roofing services. The core offerings consist of Commercial Roofing Services (installation, repair, and maintenance for commercial projects across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma) and Residential Roofing Services (emergency response, storm damage repair, inspections, new construction, and replacements). These core services are complemented by Johnson Roof Management, a preventative maintenance program with photo-documented inspections and budget planning, and Johnson Roofing University, an internal training program for employee development in roofing techniques, safety, and management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Johnson Roof Management (JRM): Expanded service and maintenance program for roof management, launched in April 2021
• Johnson Roofing University (JRU)

Products and services

• Commercial Roofing Services Full-service commercial roofing installation, repair, and maintenance for hospitals, college campuses, military installations, industrial facilities, retail stores, and government facilities across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. Includes TPO, EPDM, PVC, built-up, modified bitumen, sheet metal, liquid rubber, and metal wall panel systems.
• Residential Roofing Services Residential roofing services including emergency response, storm damage repair, inspections, new construction, roof replacements, and energy efficiency consultations for homeowners. Covers asphalt shingles, metal roofing, slate, clay/concrete tile, rubber slate, built-up roofing, stone-coated steel, green roof, and solar tiles.
• Johnson Roof Management (JRM) Maintenance Program Recurring preventative roof management program featuring custom planned inspections (spring and fall), photo-documented assessments, written reports, and budget planning to extend roof life expectancy for commercial property owners.
• UL Certified Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication In-house custom sheet metal fabrication services for roofing projects, including flashings, trim, and architectural sheet metal, certified by Underwriters Laboratory to fabricate materials to higher quality standards and affix the UL Label.

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TopBuildcoreOthers · 26 February 2026TopBuild announced agreement to acquire Johnson Roofing in February 2026. Johnson Roofing generates approximately $29 million in annual revenue and will join TopBuild's existing subsidiary Progressive Roofing under the commercial roofing services platform.
• Roofing Contractors Association of Texas (RCAT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJohnson Roofing is licensed by RCAT (License #03-0188). Bill Johnson was RCAT President in 1980 and from 1996-98. Sherri Johnson McDonald was RCAT President in 2018, making them the sole parent-child past presidents. Sherri continues to serve on RCAT's Board of Directors.
• National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJohnson Roofing is a member of NRCA, which serves as a voice of the construction industry and offers continuing education resources.
• Associated General Contractors of America Central Texas ChaptercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJohnson Roofing is a member and has been recognized for safety achievements. The association serves as a voice of the construction industry.
• Texas Historical CommissionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJohnson Roofing worked closely with the Texas Historical Commission during the McLennan County Courthouse restoration project, ensuring compliance with historic preservation standards.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Progressive Roofing: Commercial roofing contractor that will become Johnson Roofing's sibling company under TopBuild after the announced February 2026 acquisition. Operates a similar commercial/institutional roofing model across a multi-state footprint.
• CentiMark Corporation: One of the largest commercial roofing and floor-coating contractors in North America, headquartered in Canonsburg, PA. Directly comparable to Johnson Roofing in commercial reroofing, service, and emergency leak repair across healthcare, education, and government customers.
• Tecta America: National commercial roofing contractor with a similar service mix (installation, repair, maintenance, coatings) across institutional and government customers. Directly comparable in scale and customer profile.
• Baker Roofing Company: Family-owned residential and commercial roofing contractor based in Raleigh, NC with similar size and operating model to Johnson Roofing, including a focus on storm-damage repair and multi-generational leadership.
• Flynn Group: Large multi-trade contractor with a substantial North American roofing division serving commercial, institutional, and industrial customers. Closely comparable service mix and customer profile.
• Greenwood Industries: Commercial roofing, sheet metal, and wall-panel contractor serving institutional, government, and industrial customers across multiple US regions. Comparable in service breadth and customer mix to Johnson Roofing.
• Bone Dry Roofing: Multi-state residential and commercial roofing franchise with a strong Midwest footprint and similar mix of installation, repair, and storm-damage services. Comparable scale and customer-facing model.
• Roofing Corp of America: Private-equity-backed commercial roofing consolidator with a national footprint of branch operations. Directly comparable in service mix and consolidator-driven growth strategy that mirrors the path Johnson will follow under TopBuild.

Broad incumbents

• Tremco Roofing: Division of RPM International offering roofing materials, installation, maintenance, and weatherproofing services broadly across North America. Overlaps with Johnson's commercial and institutional work as part of a much wider product and services portfolio.
• TopBuild Corp: Public building-products company (insulation, gutters, roofing components, and roofing services) acquiring Johnson Roofing. Overlaps through its roofing-services platform but operates a much broader portfolio across many geographies.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/jroof1941
• Xx.com/JROOF1941

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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