We're Not Just Roofing Contractors. We're Guardians.
Big Chief Roofing was built on a simple idea: protect what matters most to the people in our community. Just as Native American chiefs stood as protectors of their tribes—planning for seven generations ahead and caring for those in need—we protect your home, your savings, and your peace of mind. We're not here to chase storms and disappear. We're here to be the roofing company Southwest Missouri can count on for decades.
Protect the Tribe
In Native American culture, the chief wasn't the person who took the most—they were the one who gave the most. They protected their people from threats, provided for families in need, and made decisions that honored seven generations to come.
That's the spirit we built this company on.
Every roof we install protects a family. Every insurance claim we fight recovers money that stays in a local household. Every financing plan we create keeps retirement savings intact. We're not just replacing shingles—we're standing guard over what you've spent 20, 30, 40 years building.
We chose the name Big Chief because it represents a responsibility we take seriously: be the protectors our community deserves. When storms hit, we show up. When insurance companies play games, we fight back. When families can't afford a roof, we give them one anyway.
This isn't just business. It's a calling to serve, protect, and strengthen the communities we call home.
Tyler Arnold
Three Values That Guide Everything We Do
Protect Those Who Trust Us
A warrior's first duty is protection. When you call Big Chief, you're not getting a salesman—you're getting a guardian for your home and your financial security. We protect you from storm damage, from insurance company games, from contractors who disappear, and from decisions that would drain your retirement. Your roof is your shield. We make sure it's strong enough to last decades.
Make Decisions Together, Not For You
Tribal councils didn't dictate—they gathered wisdom, presented options, and let families choose their path. We do the same. We'll show you what your roof needs, what insurance covers, what gaps exist, and what financing options bridge those gaps. Then you decide. No pressure. No manipulation. Just honest information from people who respect your intelligence.
Build for the Long Term
Native American leaders asked, "Will this decision serve our people seven generations from now?" We ask the same about every roof we install. We don't cut corners to boost today's profit. We use materials that last 30+ years. We train crews to do it right the first time. We build relationships that outlast projects. When your grandkids need a roof in 2055, we want them calling the same company you trusted.
Profit With Purpose & How We Give Back
In tribal communities, those who prospered had a responsibility to care for those who struggled. Success wasn't measured by what you accumulated—it was measured by how you lifted others up. We run a profitable business, but profit isn't the point. Serving our community is. That's why we've committed to giving back in three specific ways:
Give-Back Initiative 1: 1% For Our Communities
We give 1% of our total revenue back into Southwest Missouri communities through local ministries, nonprofits, and initiatives that improve lives around here. When you hire Big Chief, you're not just protecting your home—you're funding youth programs, supporting families in crisis, and strengthening the fabric of our communities. Every quarter we invest back into Taney, Stone, Christian, Greene, Lawrence, and Barry Counties.
Give-Back Initiative 2: No Kid Goes Hungry
No child should sit in a cafeteria worried about whether they can eat lunch. We partner with local schools throughout our service area to pay off school lunch debt for kids whose families are struggling. It's a small thing that makes a huge difference. Kids can focus on learning, not hunger. Parents get one less stress. Communities get stronger.
Give-Back Initiative 3: Roofs For Families In Need
A couple times a year, we give away complete roof replacements to families who desperately need them but have zero way to afford them. Single moms. Veterans. Elderly folks on fixed incomes. Families dealing with medical crises. We don't do it for publicity—we do it because it's right. If you know a family in our service area who needs a roof and can't afford one, nominate them. We'll take care of it.
The Bottom Line: We believe business should make communities stronger, not just bank accounts bigger. Every roof we install funds programs that help your neighbors. That's the tribal way—prosperity shared is prosperity multiplied.
Six Ways We Earn Your Trust Every Single Day
We Live Here. We're Not Going Anywhere.
Our office is in Branson, Missouri. Tyler and the team live in the communities we serve—Branson, Springfield, Ozark, and everywhere in between. Our kids go to local schools. We shop at local businesses. We attend local churches. When we say "we'll be here in 20 years," we mean it. This isn't a storm-chasing operation—this is our home.
Manufacturer-Certified, Not Hardware Store Certified
Atlas doesn't hand out Pro status to anyone with a truck and a ladder. They vet companies for technical expertise, business practices, and long-term stability. This certification means your 50-year warranty is backed by a large corporation AND a local contractor who'll be here to honor it. That's the kind of accountability storm chasers can't offer.
Reputation We Protect Fiercely
Our Better Business Bureau rating wasn't earned in one storm season—it was built over years of doing exactly what we said we'd do. Every review. Every resolved concern. Every warranty honored. We protect our reputation like it's our most valuable asset, because in a small community, it is. One bad roof can destroy years of trust. We don't let that happen.
$4.5M+ Recovered Annually For Local Families
Insurance companies count on homeowners not knowing what to look for. They lowball estimates, call damage "cosmetic," and skip line items that are 100% covered. We've recovered over $4.5 million in insurance claims every single year by sitting with adjusters, documenting everything properly, and filing supplements when needed. You're not fighting alone—you've got a warrior who knows the battlefield.
Bridge The Gap Without Draining Savings
About 40% of our customers have insurance cover most of their roof but there's a gap—a deductible, depreciation, or upgrades. Our financing model bridges what insurance doesn't cover so you keep your nest egg intact. Whether it's $189/month or a different plan, we find a path that works. You shouldn't have to choose between a safe roof and financial security. With us, you get both.
Roofs That Save You Money For 30 Years
Most contractors replace your roof with the same shingles that failed last time. We specialize in Class 3 & 4 impact-resistant shingles that reduce hail damage by 70-80% and qualify you for 15-25% insurance discounts. That's $200-$400 saved every single year for 30+ years. The upgrade pays for itself in 5-7 years, then you keep saving for decades. That's not an upsell—that's smart protection.
Why We Show Up Every Day
If you asked Tyler why he started Big Chief Roofing, he won't give you some polished elevator pitch about market opportunities or business growth.
Tyler realized the roofing industry had a trust problem—and Southwest Missouri families deserved better. They deserved contractors who stayed local. Who fought insurance companies instead of pocketing quick cash. Who offered financing that protected savings instead of demanding payment upfront. Who gave back to communities instead of just extracting profit.
So he built Big Chief Roofing on Native American values—protection, service, long-term thinking, and caring for those in need. Not because it's trendy. Because it's right. Every roof we install protects a family the way Tyler protects his own family. Every insurance claim we fight recovers money that stays in local households. Every family we help through financing keeps their retirement intact.
We show up because your home isn't just a building—it's your shelter, your wealth, your legacy. And just like the chiefs who came before us, we take protecting it seriously. That's why we're here. That's why we'll still be here in 2045. That's why we give away roofs to families in need even when there's no profit in it.
Because some things matter more than money. And protecting the tribe is one of them.
The Guardians Behind Big Chief Roofing
Meet the local family that's been protecting Southwest Missouri homes and fighting for our neighbors' financial security.
Erin Arnold
Erin coordinates Big Chief's community giving initiatives—the 1% revenue commitment, school lunch debt payments, and free roofs for families in need. She's the heart behind our "profit with purpose" mission and the reason we actually follow through on giving back instead of just talking about it.
Bo Arnold
Bo is Tyler's self-appointed right-hand man and future roofing expert. He's been "helping" since he could walk, which mostly means pointing at shingles and asking "Why?" approximately 600 times per job.
Peyton Arnold
Peyton is Big Chief's unofficial morale officer and official snack enthusiast. She's mastered the art of climbing things she shouldn't, sharing snacks she doesn't want to share, and providing entertainment during long office days.
Ella Arnold
Ella is Big Chief's newest team member and the reason everyone's running on significantly more caffeine than usual. She's mastered the art of needing something at 2am, 3am, and 4am—which Tyler swears is "excellent training for emergency roof leak calls."