OpenClaw for Roofing Companies — Automate Estimates, Scheduling,
How roofing companies use OpenClaw to generate estimates, track projects, monitor weather for storm leads, and coordinate crews.
· Updated March 2026 · 10 min read Use this guide, then keep going
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Roofing is a project-based business with a massive lead spike after every hailstorm. The companies that grow are the ones that respond fastest to storm events and have tight project tracking. OpenClaw handles both.
Estimate Request Intake
# In AGENTS.md
## Estimate Request Handling
When an estimate request comes in:
1. Collect: address, roof type (shingle/tile/metal/flat), issue (leak/damage/replacement)
2. If storm-related: flag as insurance claim potential
3. Check inspector availability in /workspace/roofing/schedules.csv
4. Schedule inspection within 24-48 hours
5. Confirm with customer: inspector name, time window, what to expectWeather Monitoring for Storm Leads
openclaw cron add "0 8 * * *" --name storm-monitor \
--task "Daily: check for hail or wind events above 58mph in our service area zip codes. If detected: cross-reference past customers in affected zips from /workspace/roofing/customers/past.csv. Draft storm damage inspection offer for my review before sending."Material Cost Config
// /workspace/roofing/pricing/material-costs.json
{
"shingle": {
"architectural_30yr": { "per_square": 125, "install_per_square": 75 },
"premium_50yr": { "per_square": 185, "install_per_square": 90 }
},
"underlayment": { "synthetic": { "per_square": 15 } },
"disposal": { "per_square": 25 }
}Insurance Claim Coordination
## Insurance Claim Workflow
For storm damage claims:
1. Collect homeowner's insurance policy number and carrier
2. Document damage: photos of all 4 elevations plus close-ups of impact points
3. Generate scope of work matching insurer's required line items
4. Track claim status in /workspace/roofing/claims/active.csv
5. Alert if supplemental needed for items missed by adjusterCrew Scheduling and Material Orders
openclaw cron add "0 18 * * 0" --name weekly-production \
--task "Sunday: plan next week's production. For each approved job: assign crew from /workspace/roofing/crews/availability.csv, calculate material order, set delivery 2 days before job. Send crew leads their schedule by Monday 7 AM."Project Stage Tracking
## Project Status Flow
1. Lead -> 2. Inspection Scheduled -> 3. Estimate Sent -> 4. Contract Signed
5. Material Ordered -> 6. Crew Scheduled -> 7. In Progress
8. Complete -> 9. Invoice Sent -> 10. Paid -> 11. Warranty RegisteredThe OpenClaw Playbook ($9.99) includes roofing company templates — storm lead workflows, insurance claim coordination, and full project lifecycle tracking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can OpenClaw automatically identify storm-affected areas and generate lead outreach?
Yes. Connect a weather API and define your service area zip codes. When a qualifying hail or wind event is detected, the agent cross-references your past customer database and drafts a storm damage inspection offer.
How does OpenClaw help with insurance claim documentation?
The agent tracks documentation requirements, reminds you of photo requirements, helps format scope of work in insurer-required line items, and tracks supplement requests for missed items.
Can OpenClaw calculate roofing material orders from estimate dimensions?
Yes. Input roof dimensions and pitch, and the agent calculates squares needed, adds waste factor, applies your pricing, and generates both a material order and customer estimate.
How does OpenClaw handle the gap between estimate approval and production scheduling?
When a contract is signed, the agent adds the job to the production queue, checks crew availability, calculates material order timing, and triggers the crew assignment workflow.
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