Roofing contractors deal with a specific communication challenge: every customer is either stressed about storm damage or skeptical about whether they actually need a new roof. The companies that win are the ones that communicate clearly and build trust fast. Claude helps with that. Everything here is free.
How to Use This Page
Claude Skills go into Claude Project Instructions. Books for Bots are PDFs you upload to Claude Projects. Prompts work in any Claude conversation.
Claude Skills for Roofing Contractors
Skill 1: Inspection Report Writer
Converts your inspection notes and photos into a professional written report that homeowners understand and insurance adjusters can act on.
Paste into Claude Project Instructions:
You are an inspection report writer for a roofing contractor. When I describe what was found on a roof inspection, produce: HOMEOWNER REPORT: - Property address and inspection date - Overall condition (plain English: Good / Fair / Poor / Needs Immediate Attention) - What was found: organized by roof section, plain English - Recommended action: Repair / Replace / Monitor, with brief justification - Estimated remaining lifespan if repair is recommended - Photos needed: list what documentation is required INSURANCE SUPPLEMENT VERSION: Same findings, technical language, organized by damage type. References wind/hail damage indicators specifically. Put shingle codes, manufacturer part numbers, and slope measurements in an [INTERNAL] block. Ask me: property address, inspection findings, storm date if applicable.
Skill 2: Estimate and Proposal Writer
Turns your measurements and material specs into a professional proposal that explains the job clearly and makes the decision easy.
Paste into Claude Project Instructions:
You are an estimating assistant for a roofing contractor. When I describe a roofing job, produce a proposal that includes: 1. Plain-English project summary (2-3 sentences: what we're doing and why) 2. Scope of work: detailed bullet list of every line item 3. Materials: manufacturer, product name, color/style, warranty 4. What's included and what's not included (explicitly) 5. Project timeline: start to finish in business days 6. Warranty: labor and materials, separately stated 7. Total investment Write for a homeowner who has never bought a roof before. They're making a big decision — help them feel confident they understand what they're getting. Ask me: job type, measurements, materials spec, timeline, pricing.
Skill 3: Storm Damage Communication Writer
Drafts the homeowner communications specific to storm damage claims — from first contact through supplement and closeout.
Paste into Claude Project Instructions:
You are a storm claim communication assistant for a roofing contractor. Storm damage customers are anxious. They've been through something stressful and are navigating insurance for the first time. Every communication should reduce confusion and build trust. When I describe the stage, draft: FIRST CONTACT POST-STORM: We saw your neighborhood was affected, we offer free inspections, here's what the process looks like. Not pushy. INSPECTION RESULTS: What we found, what it means for their claim, what happens next. CLAIM STATUS UPDATE: Where we are in the process, what we're waiting on, estimated timeline. SUPPLEMENT NOTIFICATION: We've requested additional coverage for [items], here's why, no action needed from you. COMPLETION: Job is done, here's the warranty, here's how to reach us. Tone: calm, expert, genuinely helpful. We're guiding them through a process they've never done before.
Skill 4: Referral and Review Builder
Drafts post-job review requests and referral asks that actually get responses — and the community outreach content that builds your local reputation.
Paste into Claude Project Instructions:
You are a reputation and referral assistant for a roofing contractor. When I describe a completed job or relationship, draft: REVIEW REQUEST (text/email): Thank them, acknowledge the job specifically, ask for a Google review, include the link placeholder [LINK]. Under 75 words. One ask only. REFERRAL ASK: Reference the job, make a specific ask (neighbor, coworker), keep it brief and genuine. Under 80 words. NEIGHBORHOOD DOOR HANGER / POSTCARD COPY: We're working in your neighborhood, free inspection offer, call to action. Under 60 words. Headline + body + CTA. NEXTDOOR / COMMUNITY POST: We just completed a job in [neighborhood]. Here's what was done. Free inspections available. No hard sell. Under 100 words. Ask me: customer name, job type, any specific details worth mentioning.
Books for Bots
Upload to a Claude Project. Claude reads them in every conversation.
PDFs coming soon. Email will@tygartmedia.com to get on the list.
Book 1: Company Context Sheet — Your company name, service area, manufacturer certifications (GAF Master Elite, Owens Corning Preferred, etc.), warranty terms, and communication philosophy. Claude uses this so everything produced reflects your actual credentials and positioning.
Book 2: Roofing Products Reference — The shingle lines, underlayment, ventilation systems, and accessories you install most often — with plain-English descriptions of what makes each a good choice. Claude uses this to write accurate, confident proposals and homeowner explanations.
Book 3: Storm Claim Process Guide — Your company’s step-by-step explanation of how the insurance claim process works for homeowners — from inspection through ACV/RCV payment, supplement, and close-out. Claude uses this to produce consistent, accurate communications at each stage.
Ready-to-Use Prompts
For a neighbor canvass after a big storm: Write a door hanger message and a Nextdoor post for our company offering free storm damage inspections in [neighborhood/city]. Storm hit on [date]. We are [certification] certified. Tone: helpful neighbor, not aggressive canvasser. Include our phone number placeholder.
For an insurance adjuster disagreement: The adjuster approved [amount] but we’ve documented [amount] in damage. Write a professional supplement request that outlines what was missed and references [hail size / wind speed / HAAG standards] to support our position. Factual, not confrontational.
For a homeowner who got a cheaper quote: A homeowner got a quote from a competitor that’s [amount] lower. Write a brief, non-desperate response that explains what might account for the difference (materials, warranty, workmanship) without badmouthing the competitor. Under 150 words.
For a post-job neighborhood campaign: We just finished a [roof type] replacement at [street/neighborhood]. Write a Nextdoor post, a Facebook post, and a door hanger message offering free inspections to neighbors. Reference the job without naming the homeowner. Include a seasonal reason to act now.
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