What does the cryptic crossword clue "Roofing contractor, say left in middle of row (5)" mean?

The definition is "Roofing contractor, say". The wordplay uses charade, container. L (synonym of "left") + TIER (synonym of "row") [container: "in middle"]; definition: "Roofing contractor, say" The answer is TILER.

Roofing contractor, say left in middle of row (5)

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