Jose Palma
Jose Palma started his roofing career in Minnesota as a helper before stepping up to a full roofer just a year later. He spent his early years traveling the northern states with a hail-chasing crew, then moved to Texas in 2003 to work as a subcontractor. After more than five years in South Florida specializing in stone-coated metal roofing, Jose returned to Lubbock in 2009.
Jose Palma
Founder, Roofing Subject Matter Expert, Roof Tech
Location: Lubbock, Texas
About Jose:
Jose Palma is a Founder and the Roofing Subject Matter Expert at Roof Tech, where he manages the in-house installations with a strong focus on efficiency and quality. With extensive experience in the West Texas roofing industry, Jose ensures that every project meets the highest standards of craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
Professional Highlights:
- Operational Leadership: Oversees all in-house installations, ensuring timely and precise execution.
- Industry Expertise: Brings extensive experience in the roofing industry, particularly in the unique climate and conditions of West Texas.
- Quality Focus: Committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality in every project.
- Customer Satisfaction: Dedicated to ensuring customer satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and excellent service.
Personal Philosophy:
Jose believes in the importance of efficiency, quality, and building strong relationships with clients through exceptional service and reliability.
The Amazing Team Behind Roof-Tech
Our team has a combined experience in the roofing industry of more than 80 years. Our team leverages this experience to deliver you incredible results at a fair price. We also ensure fantastic communication and are never more than a phone call (or text) away.
Chad Carlisle was born and raised in Ransom Canyon attending Roosevelt High School and Texas Tech. He brings 9 years of roofing expertise to the table and 35 years business experience in Lubbock as the former owner of Carlisle Motors and Flex Fitness Centers.
Born and raised in Lubbock, Sam Seaver attended Frenship High School and Texas Tech University. Over the past decade, he has built and operated multiple businesses across West Texas, with interests spanning commercial roofing, retail franchising, and commercial real estate. As Co-Founder of Roof-Tech, Sam has helped grow the company from the ground up into one of the most recognizable roofing brands in the region.
Stephanie Howerton was born and raised in Lubbock attending Lubbock High School and South Plains College. She combines her 32 years of extensive experience in management, aviation, and the roofing industry with a commitment to exceptional customer service.
With deep roots in West Texas, Steven Dorsey has been involved in construction and development since the age of 16. Now 49, his career spans a wide range of expertise — from framing and roofing to home building and land development. Steven began his entrepreneurial journey by founding Dorsey Framing and Roofing, laying the foundation for a lifetime in the trades.
Dakota Cook is a Lubbock native who has built his life around hard work, family, and the outdoors. He is married with two kids and takes pride in providing for his family while staying involved in the things he loves most. Dakota has been in the roofing industry since 2021, backed by a strong construction foundation that started back in his junior high and high school years.
John Dyck was raised in Seminole and brings 14 years of construction experience to the team, including 9 years in project management. He's committed to delivering quality work, clear communication, and the kind of attention to detail that keeps every project on track from start to finish.
Linsy Dunagin was born and raised in West Texas and graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in Agriculture and Applied Economics. She began her career with RoofTech at the Lubbock office before transitioning to the Midland location, where she lives with her husband and 7-year-old son. As one of our managers, Linsy also runs the company's social media and marketing. She loves the construction business and the chance to help her team and homeowners every day.