Why This Matters

Getting your roofing details right means more accurate proposals, cleaner BOMs, and fewer surprises on the jobsite.

Admins can add and manage roofing material types directly in the database. These material types can be enabled or disabled, which controls whether they appear as selectable options in proposals. Follow the steps below to add a roofing material type.

What You'll Need

Admin access to SubcontractorHub
A web browser (Chrome or Edge recommended)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1

Click "Manage Database", then select "Database."

Step 2

Click "Roofing," then select "Material Types."

Step 3

Click "Add" or "Import From Superadmin." Note: If importing from Superadmin, a pop-up will appear. Click "Yes" to proceed.

Step 4

After clicking "Add", enter the Name and Parent Label.

Step 5

Click "Add" to save the material type. Note: The material type will be added to the list and will appear in the "Materials" section of the proposal. It can be enabled or disabled. If disabled, it will not be available as an option in proposals.

Additional Screenshots

These additional screenshots show the complete workflow:

Pro Tips

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🔄 Automate when possible: Pair this feature with automations to reduce manual work.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Solution
I don't see this option	Make sure you have Admin access. Some features require specific permissions.
Changes aren't saving	Try refreshing your browser and make sure you clicked Save before navigating away.
Something looks different from the screenshots	SubcontractorHub updates regularly. The feature works the same way — the layout may just look slightly different.

Last updated: 2026-07-23 · Source: How to Add Roofing Material Types