A homeowner in Northdale called us last summer after getting three estimates for shingle roof installation. All three contractors gave her different shingle brands, different warranties, and wildly different prices. She didn’t know who to trust or what she actually needed. That situation is more common than it should be.
We walked around the outside of the roof and described in about 20 minutes or so what we found, what we had to do, and why we had to do it. No mystery. No pressure. She went with us for the two days it took to do the job. That’s how you do a shingle roof installation.
We have been installing shingle roofs in Tampa since 1996. Asphalt shingle roofs are the most common type of roof found in Tampa and the rest of Hillsborough County. We are familiar with the many brands of shingles, the local building codes, and the needs of shingle roofs in Tampa.
Shingle Roof Installation
A shingle roof installation isn’t just slapping shingles on top of whatever is already there. Done right, it starts with a proper tear-off, a full inspection of the decking for soft spots or rot, installation of the right underlayment for Florida’s climate, proper ice and water shield at vulnerable areas, drip edge on all edges, and then the shingles themselves installed to the manufacturer’s specifications.
In Tampa, we use shingles rated for high-wind resistance. The Florida building code is strict about wind ratings for a reason. A shingle that works fine in a mild climate can fail in the kind of storms that roll through Tampa Bay every summer. We only install shingles that meet or exceed Florida’s wind resistance requirements for Hillsborough County.
We install shingle roofs for homeowners throughout Tampa, Brandon, Valrico, Riverview, Lutz, Land O Lakes, and the Wesley Chapel area. Most installs are completed in one day for an average-sized home, sometimes two days for larger or more complex rooflines.
Roof Replacement
The same reasons hold true for most shingle roof replacements in Tampa. Roofs of this type are 15 to 20 years old. The shingles may be curled up, cracked or are even losing their granules. Insurance companies may require an inspection or the full replacement of a roof as a condition to renew the policy. Finally, severe damage caused by a storm may no longer be cost-effective to repair.
We replace shingle roofs throughout Hillsborough County. We do complete jobs from start to finish with our own crew, as opposed to subcontractors. That way, when something goes wrong with a job, we can fix it with our own people as opposed to having to search for someone and argue with them.
We use the roof replacement as an opportunity to check your attic for proper ventilation. In Tampa, poorly ventilated attics can reduce the life of your shingle roof by years. This is because heat builds up under the deck of your home and accelerates the aging of your shingle roof from below. We evaluate your attic ventilation on every roof replacement and will inform you of any needed upgrades.
Shingle Roof Repair
Many of the calls we receive involve repair of shingle roofs rather than replacement. Often a storm will strip a few shingles, or a rubbing place will cause a section of flashing around a chimney or vent pipe to leak. Occasionally, a small area of the roof will be struck by a falling branch or tree. These problems can be repaired if the rest of the roof is in good shape.
When big storms roll through Tampa neighborhoods such as Seminole Heights, Carrollwood and Town ‘n’ Country, many homeowners wake up to find that they have lost shingles from their roofs. We can usually come out to evaluate the problem by the end of the day and can oftentimes put a “band-aid” on the roof to protect it until the proper materials can be obtained for a complete repair.
One of the toughest parts of repairing a shingle roof is finding the right color shingle to match the old shingles. The color of shingles fades over time and most shingle manufacturers discontinue their product lines within 5-7 years. We do our best to match the color and let you know up front if we don’t have an exact match for you.
Roof Inspection
We perform shingle roof inspections for homeowners, buyers, and sellers throughout Tampa Bay. If you’re buying a home in Brandon or Westchase with a 12-year-old shingle roof, you want to know exactly what you’re inheriting before you close.
Our roof inspection starts at the surface of the shingles and includes checks for curl, crack, blister, granule loss and softness. We then inspect the various flashings, including those at the roof peaks (ridge caps), valleys, and skylights, as well as gutters, fascia, and any penetrations through the roof such as pipes and vents. Many leaks start at these locations.
We conduct the same type of inspections that are required by insurance companies. In Florida, for example, shingle roofs require a 4-point inspection or a wind mitigation report. We can provide you with the necessary documentation and highlight any potential problems before the insurance company’s inspector arrives.
Storm Damage Restoration
Tampa Bay can have some pretty harsh weather years. High winds can pull shingles off, hail can cause cracks in shingles, and debris can cause holes in roofs. After named storms, we see a lot of damage to shingle roofs throughout the Tampa Bay area.
We restore property from the aftermath of storms and document roof damage to submit a claim to your insurance company. We take before pictures and detailed descriptions and provide itemized estimates. We can work directly with your insurance adjuster. We are a local, family-owned business with experience since 1996. Not a fly-by-night crew that drives in from out of state to capitalize on a hurricane and are gone in 6 months.
If you suspect your shingle roof has suffered damage in a recent storm, we can inspect it with you and help you decide whether to file a claim with your insurance company or not. It’s easy to file a claim that doesn’t come to fruition, thereby increasing your rates. We’d like to give you the real scoop first.
Emergency Roof Repair
A late July storm removes a section of shingles from your roof and you can’t wait a week for return calls. We offer Emergency Roof Repairs and respond to leaks and other serious damage that expose the roof deck 24/7.
Service calls in New Tampa, Riverview and Fish Hawk are not unusual after a severe weather event. We can provide emergency tarping service to close up damage to a shingle roof until an appropriate time to make permanent repairs. By covering the damage in a timely fashion, you can limit the damage inside your home and keep your insurance claim as small as possible.
Don’t wait for an emergency with your roof. Water entering the decking can make its way through the attic insulation and into the ceilings. Given the high humidity of Florida, mold issues can develop quickly. Call us and we will send someone out to protect your roof.
Tile Roof Installation
For homeowners who are replacing a shingle roof in Tampa and are looking to upgrade to a tile roof, we can provide you with a quote for tile roof installations as well and go over all of the details and options with you.
Replacing shingles with tile is not as easy as switching materials. The weight of the tile requires a roof structure assessment to confirm that it can handle the added weight. We assess your roof as part of our estimate process to avoid any surprises during the job.
Even if your home in South Tampa, Palma Ceia or Carrollwood is suitable for tile and you plan to stay in the home for a number of years, it is worth getting a detailed comparison estimate for shingle roofing versus tile roofing to help you make a smart choice.
Tampa’s Shingle Roofing Contractor Since 1996
Palm Roofing has been installing shingle roofs in Tampa for almost 30 years. We know the houses in our area, the weather, and the products that work in this state. We install roofs in Northdale, Riverview, Seminole Heights, and Wesley Chapel. We travel to these locations to do our work right.
You can contact us by phone or by filling out our contact form for a free roof inspection and estimate. We come out, inspect the roof, explain our findings to you, and give you a straightforward price. No pressure and no surprises!
