Legacy, Leadership & Roofing with Jeanne Boyd Curtis
Aug 26, 2025
In this episode of Building Dallas, Chris sits down with Jeanne Boyd Curtis, President & CEO of Boyd Bone Dry Roofing and current President of the Roofing Contractors Association of Texas (RCAT). Jeanne’s story is about more than roofs — it’s about family legacy, women leading in male-dominated industries, and why integrity still matters most.
From growing up in a West Texas lumberyard to leading one of North Texas’s most respected commercial roofing firms, Jeanne shares how her faith, family, and lifelong love of learning continue to shape her leadership.
Whether you’re a homeowner, builder, or fellow roofer, this episode is packed with insights on collaboration, licensing reform, and building businesses that last for generations.
Key Highlights
[“The Most Important Part of the Roof Is the People Underneath It”]
A powerful lesson Jeanne’s father taught her on a roof — reminding us that construction is ultimately a service industry built to protect lives, not just structures.
[Family Legacy in Roofing]
Jeanne represents the fourth (and maybe fifth) generation in construction. She shares how her grandfather’s lumberyard, her father’s storm work, and her own 20+ years in education all prepared her for leadership at Boyd Roofing.
[Women in Roofing: Breaking Barriers]
As RCAT President and a leader in National Women in Roofing, Jeanne opens up about entering a male-dominated trade and how women can thrive by “rolling their shoulders back, holding their heads high, and learning everything they can.”
[Why Licensing in Texas Matters]
Texas is one of the few states where roofing contractors don’t need a license. Jeanne explains RCAT’s push for statewide licensing, why it protects homeowners, and what it will take to make progress in Austin.
[Integrity and Collaboration Over Competition]
From visiting other roofing companies to partnering across associations, Jeanne believes the industry is strongest when contractors share openly instead of guarding secrets.
Why This Episode Matters
Roofing isn’t just shingles and flashing — it’s trust, safety, and legacy. In a state where roofing can feel like the Wild West, Jeanne’s perspective is a reminder that strong companies are built not only on technical skill but on character, ethics, and service.
This conversation shows Dallas–Fort Worth homeowners and builders what to look for in a contractor, while inspiring industry peers to raise the bar together.
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Related Topics
Women in construction
Roofing legacy businesses in Texas
Roofing regulation and licensing reform
RCAT and NTCRA membership
Commercial vs. residential roofing
Trade schools & roofing career paths
Quote to Remember
“The most important part of this roof system is the people underneath it.” — Gary Don Boyd (Jeanne’s father)
About Building Dallas
Building Dallas tells the stories shaping North Texas — one brick, one business, one big idea at a time. Presented by Arrington Roofing, proudly serving Dallas-Fort Worth for over 40 years.
Learn more about Jeanne & Boyd Roofing
🌐 Boyd Bone Dry Roofing
📸 National Women in Roofing
Links
🏢 Organizations / Companies
Boyd Bone Dry Roofing (Jeanne’s company) → https://bonedry.com/
Roofing Contractors Association of Texas (RCAT) → https://rcat.net
North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA) → https://ntrca.com
National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) → https://www.nrca.net
Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) → https://www.mrca.org
Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) → https://wsrca.com
National Women in Roofing (NWIR) → https://www.nationalwomeninroofing.org
📚 Books Mentioned
Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer → https://practicingtheway.org
