I don't put names on a list just because someone asked me to.
When a client, a realtor, or anyone in my network asks me for a recommendation, whether that's a lender, a financial advisor, or a contractor, that referral is attached to my name. If things go sideways, that's on me. So I'm careful about who I vouch for, and I take my time getting there.
Matt Werling, owner of Regenesis Roofing & Restoration in Cedar Park, is on that list.
Here's why.
Two Guys in Industries Nobody Trusts
I'm a mortgage broker. Matt is a roofer. If you want to talk about industries that have earned a bad reputation, we're both in them.
There's no shortage of horror stories on either side. Lenders who bury fees in the fine print. Roofers who show up after a hailstorm, push an insurance claim that doesn't hold up, and disappear before the check clears. Both industries have people in them who figured out how to win by taking advantage of people who don't know better.
Matt and I met about a year ago through a shared idea, building something in the community, a networking group for local business owners who actually wanted to do things the right way. Life got busy, the idea never got off the ground, but we stayed in contact. We'd see each other in passing. The respect was there. We just hadn't had a real conversation yet.
We finally sat down for lunch at the new Willy's that opened up near us. An hour later, I knew exactly who he was.
We weren't there to vet each other. It was just lunch. But when you're building a referral network, you're always listening, not for the right answers, but for how someone talks about what they do and why they do it.
Matt didn't talk much about roofing at first. He talked about his community, his family, the business leadership group he's part of where faith and accountability actually go together. He's an active member of Journey Bible Fellowship in Leander. His roots here are real.
That kind of thing doesn't come up because someone rehearsed it. It comes up because it's just who they are. And that's exactly what I was looking for, even if neither of us called it that.
How He Runs His Business
Matt started Regenesis Roofing because he spent years watching homeowners get taken advantage of after storms. He knew the playbook. He'd seen it run. And he chose not to run it.
Central Texas gets hammered, hail, wind, ice storms that show up every other year and leave a trail of damaged roofs behind them. Every one of those storms is an opportunity for a roofer with loose ethics to swoop in, stir up fear, push an insurance claim whether it's warranted or not, and collect a check. Some of them are very good at it.
Matt is very good at knowing when not to do that.
He told me about situations where he looked at a roof, saw what actually needed to be fixed, and did exactly that. A repair, not a replacement. Don't file a claim. Here's what it costs. That's all you need.
He could have sold a twenty-five thousand dollar roof. The damage was there if you looked at it a certain way. Some roofers would have. Matt made a different call, because at the end of the day his job is to protect you, the homeowner, not to pad his ticket.
He personally oversees every project Regenesis takes on. He's there for the inspection before work starts. He's there for the final walkthrough when it's done. He doesn't send a crew and check out.
When a claim is made, he's in your corner, making sure nothing gets missed and that you understand every step of the process. But he's not out there pushing claims that don't need to be filed. He's not going to run up a job at the cost of your future premiums. That's not why he's there.
He Doesn't Cut Corners. Ever.
You can read on his website that he only puts materials and workmanship on your home that he would use on his own. After sitting across from him for an hour, I can tell you that's not something someone wrote for him. That's just how he thinks.
He's been doing this for over 10 years. He's insured. Texas doesn't currently require roofing licenses, and when it does, he'll have it. He's also working toward becoming an Owens Corning preferred contractor, a milestone he just became eligible for this month. The credentials are being built the right way, on his own timeline, not just for the sake of a logo on a truck. But credentials don't tell you whether someone actually gives a damn about the work. The conversation did.
There are plenty of companies out there treating your roof like a punchline. Matt is not one of them. He's not a franchise. He's not a storm chaser with a 1-800 number pulling into your neighborhood after every hail event. Just a guy with a family, rooted in this community, who got tired of watching his neighbors get taken advantage of and decided to do something about it.
That's what his faith points him toward. That's what his track record reflects. And that's exactly the kind of person I want on my trusted partners list.
What This Means for My Clients
Here's the practical part.
I'm a mortgage broker in Central Texas. A significant portion of my work involves homes where the roof condition matters, for the appraisal, for the lender's requirements, for the transaction to close. When a roof issue comes up during a purchase or a sale, it can stop everything.
In those situations, you need a roofer who understands more than roofing. You need someone who gets that there's a closing date, a lender, a buyer, a seller, and a realtor all depending on things moving forward. Someone who can assess what's actually needed, communicate clearly, and figure out a path that works for everyone.
Matt gets that. He's willing to work with the realities of a real estate transaction, including timing around closing and how payment gets structured when a seller needs the work done to proceed. That kind of flexibility comes from someone who understands partnership, not just transactions.
I'm still building my footprint in this area, but I know without question that when I send someone his way, he won't let me down. Not because he told me that, but because of how he operates every day whether anyone's watching or not.
Regenesis Roofing Serves Cedar Park, Leander, Round Rock, Georgetown, and the Greater North Austin Area
Matt and his team serve Cedar Park, Leander, Round Rock, Georgetown, Liberty Hill, and the broader North Austin area.
If you're in his service area and you need a roofer, whether that's a free inspection after a storm, hail damage repair, or a full roof replacement, I'm telling you to call him.
You can reach Regenesis Roofing at (512) 674-5979 or visit regenesisroofing.com to schedule a free roof inspection.
If You're a Realtor or a Fellow Broker
If you work in real estate and you need a roofing partner you can trust to handle things professionally, keep transactions on track, and not blow up a deal over something that doesn't need to be blown up, Matt is worth a conversation.
My job is to make the people I work with look good. I wouldn't put his name here if I didn't believe that's exactly what he'd do for you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Regenesis Roofing & Restoration
Does Regenesis Roofing help with insurance claims?
Yes. When a claim is made, Matt and his team are in your corner. They make sure nothing gets missed and walk you through every step of the process. They're also straightforward about what's actually needed and won't push a claim that isn't in your best interest.
What areas does Regenesis Roofing serve?
Regenesis Roofing serves Cedar Park, Leander, Round Rock, Georgetown, Liberty Hill, and the greater North Austin area.
Is Regenesis Roofing insured?
Yes. Regenesis Roofing & Restoration LLC is fully insured in Texas. Matt Werling has over 10 years of experience in hail damage repair, roof replacement, and storm restoration. Texas does not currently require roofing licenses, and when that changes, he'll have it. He's also actively working toward becoming an Owens Corning preferred contractor.
What makes Regenesis Roofing different from other roofers in Cedar Park?
Matt started Regenesis specifically because he saw how often homeowners were taken advantage of after storms. He personally oversees every project, won't push claims that don't need to be filed, and only uses materials on your home that he would use on his own.
Can Regenesis Roofing work within a real estate transaction timeline?
Yes. Matt understands the mortgage and real estate process and can work with the timing and structure of a transaction, including situations where payment coordination around closing is needed.
How do I get a free roof inspection from Regenesis Roofing?
Call (512) 674-5979 or visit regenesisroofing.com to schedule your free roof inspection. Available Monday through Friday 7am to 6pm, Saturday through Sunday 9am to 5pm, and 24/7 for emergencies.
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Ben Eddy is an independent mortgage broker and founder of Colt Lending, powered by Edge Home Finance, LLC (NMLS #891464). Licensed in Texas, Oklahoma, and Tennessee. This post reflects Ben's personal experience and opinion. It is not a paid endorsement.
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