About Us
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About Us
© Copyright | Hometown Roofing & Exteriors | All Rights Reserved | Crafted By sMaac Digital
Project Manager
Eli Bruns
Eli Bruns serves as a dedicated Project Manager at Hometown Roofing & Exteriors. A graduate of Grace College with a degree in Exercise Science, Eli was also a standout member of the college baseball team. Originally from New Palestine, Indiana, he developed a strong work ethic and love for teamwork early on while playing high school baseball.
Eli brings that same drive and energy to the roofing industry, where he thrives on the hustle and variety each day brings. He genuinely enjoys building relationships with homeowners and guiding them through the process of improving and protecting their homes.
Project Manager
Eli Bruns
Eli Bruns serves as a dedicated Project Manager at Hometown Roofing & Exteriors. A graduate of Grace College with a degree in Exercise Science, Eli was also a standout member of the college baseball team. Originally from New Palestine, Indiana, he developed a strong work ethic and love for teamwork early on while playing high school baseball.
Eli brings that same drive and energy to the roofing industry, where he thrives on the hustle and variety each day brings. He genuinely enjoys building relationships with homeowners and guiding them through the process of improving and protecting their homes.
Project Manager
John Keefe
John is a newer face in the roofing industry, bringing just under a year of experience to the field. Prior to this career shift, he spent over 30 years as a retail manager, with a strong focus on outdoor recreation and sporting goods.
A lifelong baseball enthusiast, John enjoys watching, coaching, and once played the game himself. He and his wife, Carrie, are actively involved in their local youth baseball league in Hancock County, where they dedicate much of their time to volunteering. Their commitment to the community has been passed down to their three sons, all of whom have grown up playing in the league, umpiring, volunteering, and even coaching.
Outside of work and baseball, John enjoys spending time outdoors fishing and hunting with his family.
Project Manager
John Keefe
John is a newer face in the roofing industry, bringing just under a year of experience to the field. Prior to this career shift, he spent over 30 years as a retail manager, with a strong focus on outdoor recreation and sporting goods.
A lifelong baseball enthusiast, John enjoys watching, coaching, and once played the game himself. He and his wife, Carrie, are actively involved in their local youth baseball league in Hancock County, where they dedicate much of their time to volunteering. Their commitment to the community has been passed down to their three sons, all of whom have grown up playing in the league, umpiring, volunteering, and even coaching.
Outside of work and baseball, John enjoys spending time outdoors fishing and hunting with his family.
Painting Foreman
Keenan Darby
Keenan Darby is a seasoned painting foreman based in Indianapolis with over 20 years of expertise in carpentry, drywall installation, and interior/exterior painting. Throughout his career, he has worked on a diverse range of projects, from simple leak repairs to full-scale interior renovations. His commitment to quality craftsmanship and attention to detail have earned him a reputation for excellence in the industry. Darby’s passion for his craft and dedication to customer satisfaction drive him to consistently deliver exceptional results on every job he undertakes.
Painting Foreman
Keenan Darby
Keenan Darby is a seasoned painting foreman based in Indianapolis with over 20 years of expertise in carpentry, drywall installation, and interior/exterior painting. Throughout his career, he has worked on a diverse range of projects, from simple leak repairs to full-scale interior renovations. His commitment to quality craftsmanship and attention to detail have earned him a reputation for excellence in the industry. Darby’s passion for his craft and dedication to customer satisfaction drive him to consistently deliver exceptional results on every job he undertakes.
Gutter Specialist
Michael Phelps
Michael, a native of New Palestine and current resident of Fishers, has been immersed in the gutter industry for over 14 years. Specializing in crafting custom residential gutter systems and guards, Phelps has honed his expertise to perfection. Following his passion, Phelps graduated from Marian University in 2014, equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in his field. However, his dedication to his work doesn’t overshadow his commitment to family. Outside of work, Phelps cherishes spending quality time with his wife and two children, finding joy and fulfillment in their company.
Gutter Specialist
Michael Phelps
Michael, a native of New Palestine and current resident of Fishers, has been immersed in the gutter industry for over 14 years. Specializing in crafting custom residential gutter systems and guards, Phelps has honed his expertise to perfection. Following his passion, Phelps graduated from Marian University in 2014, equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in his field. However, his dedication to his work doesn’t overshadow his commitment to family. Outside of work, Phelps cherishes spending quality time with his wife and two children, finding joy and fulfillment in their company.
Head Of Production
Obdulio Garcia
Obdulio, an Indianapolis resident, is the mastermind behind the exceptional roofing work at Hometown Roofing & Exteriors. With 24 years of experience managing roofing crews, he specializes in steep slope shingle, agricultural metal, and standing seam metal applications. His expertise ensures that every project upholds the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship. When he’s not overseeing roof installations, Obdulio enjoys flipping houses, indulging in landscape architecture, and traveling with his daughters.
Head Of Production
Obdulio Garcia
Obdulio, an Indianapolis resident, is the mastermind behind the exceptional roofing work at Hometown Roofing & Exteriors. With 24 years of experience managing roofing crews, he specializes in steep slope shingle, agricultural metal, and standing seam metal applications. His expertise ensures that every project upholds the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship. When he’s not overseeing roof installations, Obdulio enjoys flipping houses, indulging in landscape architecture, and traveling with his daughters.
Project Manager
Matt Evans
Matt, an Army veteran and a graduate in criminal justice, combines his military discipline with his local community insights as a project manager. Before joining Hometown Roofing & Exteriors, Matt’s diverse experience included roles in the sheriff’s department and corrections.
A Pendleton local, he values the connections he makes through his work, offering help and guidance to residents with their construction needs. Family and community are cornerstones of Matt’s life outside of work.
Project Manager
Matt Evans
Matt, an Army veteran and a graduate in criminal justice, combines his military discipline with his local community insights as a project manager. Before joining Hometown Roofing & Exteriors, Matt’s diverse experience included roles in the sheriff’s department and corrections.
A Pendleton local, he values the connections he makes through his work, offering help and guidance to residents with their construction needs. Family and community are cornerstones of Matt’s life outside of work.
Project Manager
Johnny Hill (SGT, Ret.)
A Greenfield, IN native, Johnny’s life has been a testament to service and community. After graduating from Cathedral High School in 2000, where he excelled in soccer and community service, Johnny joined the US Army in 2003. His distinguished military career includes four combat tours, culminating in his retirement in 2016.
Transitioning to civilian life, he found his calling in the restoration industry in 2022, where his passion for serving others continues. Johnny, now helping homeowners with their roofing and exterior needs, brings a strong sense of integrity to every project. He cherishes his time back in Greenfield with his seven children.
Project Manager
Johnny Hill (SGT, Ret.)
A Greenfield, IN native, Johnny’s life has been a testament to service and community. After graduating from Cathedral High School in 2000, where he excelled in soccer and community service, Johnny joined the US Army in 2003. His distinguished military career includes four combat tours, culminating in his retirement in 2016.
Transitioning to civilian life, he found his calling in the restoration industry in 2022, where his passion for serving others continues. Johnny, now helping homeowners with their roofing and exterior needs, brings a strong sense of integrity to every project. He cherishes his time back in Greenfield with his seven children.
Operations Coordinator
Maggie Higgins
Maggie, hailing from Chicago, is the operational backbone of Hometown Roofing & Exteriors. With studies in biology and pre-med from Butler University and Marian University, she transitioned into becoming a full-time Xactimate professional.
Her nine years in the restoration industry, handling claims of varying complexity across the country, bring invaluable expertise to the team. As a New Palestine resident, Maggie’s downtime includes exploring new brunch spots with friends, indulging her three dogs, and traveling whenever the opportunity arises.
Operations Coordinator
Maggie Higgins
Maggie, hailing from Chicago, is the operational backbone of Hometown Roofing & Exteriors. With studies in biology and pre-med from Butler University and Marian University, she transitioned into becoming a full-time Xactimate professional.
Her nine years in the restoration industry, handling claims of varying complexity across the country, bring invaluable expertise to the team. As a New Palestine resident, Maggie’s downtime includes exploring new brunch spots with friends, indulging her three dogs, and traveling whenever the opportunity arises.
Owner | Founder
Derek Higgins
Derek, a graduate of New Palestine High School and alumnus of Butler University and Marian University, is the driving force behind Hometown Roofing & Exteriors. With a background in education and extensive experience as a project manager, estimator, and licensed insurance adjuster, Derek founded the company on a fundamental principle: putting homeowners first.
His journey in the industry, combined with a decade-long experience, shapes the company’s ethos of integrity and quality service. Outside of his professional realm, Derek is a family man who loves spending time with his wife, Maggie, and their three dogs. He is actively involved in youth leagues and enjoys kayaking at Lake Monroe.
Owner | Founder
Derek Higgins
Derek, a graduate of New Palestine High School and alumnus of Butler University and Marian University, is the driving force behind Hometown Roofing & Exteriors. With a background in education and extensive experience as a project manager, estimator, and licensed insurance adjuster, Derek founded the company on a fundamental principle: putting homeowners first.
His journey in the industry, combined with a decade-long experience, shapes the company’s ethos of integrity and quality service. Outside of his professional realm, Derek is a family man who loves spending time with his wife, Maggie, and their three dogs. He is actively involved in youth leagues and enjoys kayaking at Lake Monroe.