The Roofing Operating System Podcast: America’s Top-Rated Podcast for Roofing Software & Scalable Growth #24 - Top 3 Roofing Business Models That Actually Scale | Allen Mick Breaks It Down
Which Roofing Business Model Will Work Best for Your Market?
In this episode of The Roofing Operating System Podcast, host Nick Peret (Founder of Better Boss) is joined by roofing strategist and multi-market operator Allen Mick to unpack the top 3 roofing business models that contractors use to build profitable, scalable companies.
From residential retail to commercial service to storm restoration, Allen walks through each model's pros, pitfalls, margins, and operational challenges—plus how to choose the right model (or hybrid approach) based on your goals, market, and skill set.
Whether you're just getting started or refining your current company, this episode gives you the roadmap to pick and scale the right roofing business model.
💡 What You’ll Learn:✅ The major differences between retail, storm, and commercial roofing models
✅ Which model gives you recurring revenue vs. big paydays
✅ How to match your business model to your local market & personal strengths
✅ What startup roofers should avoid when choosing their path
✅ How to combine models without wrecking your workflow or margins
✅ Why your business model is your brand—and how to own it
00:00 Intro – Allen Mick on Roofing Business Models
01:20 The Power of Choosing the Right Model
03:12 Retail Model – What Works + What to Watch For
07:40 Commercial Roofing – Recurring Revenue Strategy
11:33 Storm Restoration – High Risk, High Reward
14:52 Blended Models – Can You Really Do It All?
17:21 Business Structure vs. Market Dynamics
19:03 Avoiding Common Pitfalls When Scaling
23:10 Final Tips for Picking Your Roofing Path
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💥 That’s a wrap on another episode of The Roofing Operating System™—America’s top-rated podcast for roofing software and scalable growth.
If today’s insights sparked just one idea to scale smarter or grow faster, imagine what a full strategy could do for your business.
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Until next time—build better, lead stronger, and scale like a boss.