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Roof Replacement in Apopka, FL
Need a roof replacement in Apopka, FL? Home Pros Roofing and Contracting is a licensed Florida roofing contractor based at 1935 Rafton Rd in Apopka, serving Central Florida since 2015. We replace shingle, metal and tile roofs on Apopka homes, from a worn out roof that keeps leaking to an older roof your insurance company is asking about.
Every replacement starts with a free roof inspection. We show you photos, tell you plainly whether a repair will do or a new roof makes more sense, and give you a written estimate before any work begins. Call 407-766-4388 any time, 24/7, or email [email protected].
New Roofs for Apopka Homes, Built for Florida Sun and Storms
Licensed Florida roofing contractor in Apopka since 2015. Shingle, metal and tile roofs. Available 24/7 at 407-766-4388.
What Apopka Homeowners Say About Home Pros
“Did an addition to the front of the house. The project was unbelievable! The way they made everything to perfection was top notch! Home pros is outstanding!”
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“Home pros Roofing and Contracting was very professional and did an outstanding job. They were on time and everything I asked of them was done professionally. Definitely would recommend De’ and Marcus.”
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A Free Inspection and a Written Estimate Before Any Work Begins
Before and After: Roof Replacements by Home Pros
- Residential roof replacement in Apopka
- Installed by a licensed Florida roofing contractor
- Shingle, metal and tile roofs built to the Florida Building Code
Find Home Pros Roofing and Contracting at 1935 Rafton Rd in Apopka. Our Google Business Profile shows our location, hours and what Apopka homeowners say about our work.
Why Homeowners Trust Home Pros
- Licensed Florida roofing contractor: CGC1527172 and CCC1332789
- Serving Central Florida since 2015
- Available 24/7 at 407-766-4388
- TAMKO Pro Certified Contractor and CertainTeed ShingleMaster
- Insurance roof inspection forms, such as Citizens, filled out by a licensed roofing contractor
- Member of The Good Contractors List
How a Roof Replacement With Home Pros Works
Here is how a roof replacement with Home Pros works, step by step:
Signs Your Apopka Roof May Need Replacing
Florida sun, heat, storms and tree debris wear a roof down over the years. Common signs a replacement may be due:
Soft spots or moisture damage in the roof decking
Algae and moss spreading across a shaded roof
Cracked, curling or brittle shingles across the roof
Leaks that keep coming back after heavy rain or storms
Not sure whether you need a new roof or a repair? A free inspection gives you a straight answer, with photos. Our guide to roof repair vs replacement in Apopka explains the tradeoffs.
When an Apopka Roof Needs Replacing
Apopka roofs take a beating. Strong sun and summer heat dry out shingles and sealants, and UV light slowly wears away the granules that protect them. Afternoon thunderstorms with wind driven rain are common all summer, and Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30.
Trees add to the wear. Many Apopka yards are shaded by live oaks and pines. Leaves and pine needles pile up in valleys and gutters and hold moisture, falling limbs crack tiles and puncture shingles, and constant shade lets algae and moss grow. Over the years, all of this wears a roof down to the point where repairs stop holding.
A replacement usually makes sense when:
- The roof leaks in more than one place, or the same leak keeps coming back after repairs.
- Shingles are curling, cracked or bare across large areas, or tiles are cracked and slipping in many spots.
- The decking is soft or sagging.
- Storm damage covers a large part of a roof section.
- Your insurer asks for a roof inspection or sends a non renewal notice on an older roof.
If the damage is limited, a repair may be all you need. See roof repair in Apopka.
Roof Replacement Permits in Apopka and Orange County
A roof replacement needs a building permit, and the office depends on where your home is:
- Inside Apopka city limits, permits come from the City of Apopka Building Safety Department at 120 E Main St, which takes applications through its OpenGov online portal. Neighborhoods such as Errol Estates are inside the city.
- Some homes with an Apopka mailing address are in unincorporated Orange County, where the Orange County Division of Building Safety issues roof permits through its Fast Track online system. The county asks for a recorded Notice of Commencement when the job is worth more than $5,000.
Home Pros confirms the jurisdiction for your address, pulls the permit and schedules the inspections. Your new roof is built to the Florida Building Code, 8th Edition (2023), which took effect statewide on December 31, 2023, including its wind requirements for the roof covering, underlayment and flashing. A permit also leaves a record of the work, which helps when an insurer or a buyer asks about your roof.
The 25 Percent Rule and Older Apopka Roofs
Section 706.1.1 of the Florida Building Code, Existing Building, limits roof repairs: not more than 25 percent of a roof or roof section can be repaired, replaced or recovered in any 12 month period unless the whole roof or section is brought up to the current code.
There is an important exception. If the roof or section was built, repaired or replaced under the 2007 Florida Building Code or a later edition, only the repaired portion has to meet the current code. In plain terms, an older roof with widespread damage may need a full replacement, while a newer roof can often be repaired in sections. Many established Apopka homes, including older houses near downtown, still have roofs installed before that code took effect.
We check your roof’s age and permit history before we recommend anything, and we explain which rule applies to your roof.
Shingle, Metal or Tile for Your Apopka Home
- Asphalt shingle: the most common choice for Apopka homes, with the lowest upfront cost of the three. Home Pros is a TAMKO Pro Certified Contractor and a CertainTeed ShingleMaster. See asphalt shingle roofing.
- Metal: metal panels shed rain fast, stand up well to wind and reflect more of the sun’s heat. See metal roofs in Apopka.
- Tile: concrete and clay tile suit many Florida home styles, but tile is heavy, so we confirm the roof framing can carry it. See tile roofs in Apopka.
Good attic ventilation matters with every material in Florida heat. During your free inspection we look at your home, your budget, your HOA rules if you have them, and code wind requirements, then recommend the roof that fits.
Older Roofs, the 15 Year Roof Law and Citizens Forms
Insurance is one of the biggest reasons Apopka homeowners call us about a new roof. Under section 627.7011(5), Florida Statutes, an insurer may not refuse to issue or renew a homeowners policy solely because of roof age when the roof is less than 15 years old. For a roof 15 years or older, the insurer must let you have the roof inspected by an authorized inspector before requiring a replacement, and it may not refuse coverage solely because of age if the inspection shows the roof has at least 5 years of useful life left.
As a licensed roofing contractor, Home Pros fills out insurance roof inspection forms, such as the Citizens Roof Inspection Form, with photos of each roof slope. If your insurer sends a non renewal notice, ask your agent exactly which forms they need. If your roof is near the end of its life, we tell you plainly and give you a replacement estimate. See our guide to a roof inspection for insurance and our page on roof insurance claims in Apopka.
Hurricane Season and Timing Your Roof Replacement
Many Apopka homeowners plan a replacement before hurricane season starts on June 1, but roofs are replaced in Florida all year. We plan tear off around the forecast and keep your home protected while the work is underway.
If a storm damages your roof before the new one goes on, call 407-766-4388. We are available 24/7, tarp the roof when it is safe, and then make a repair or move ahead with the replacement. See storm damage roof repair in Apopka and emergency roof leak repair in Apopka.
Be careful with anyone who knocks after a storm and pushes you to sign right away or to sign over your insurance benefits.
What Goes Into the Cost of a New Roof in Apopka
Every roof is priced on its own. The main factors are the size and pitch of the roof, the material, how many old layers come off, how much decking needs replacing, vents and flashing, and the permit. We do not quote a price without seeing the roof, and your written estimate lists each item.
For a closer look at these factors, read our roof replacement cost guide for Apopka. Want a ballpark number first? Try our instant online roof estimate, or ask about roof financing.
Roof Replacement Across Apopka Neighborhoods
From our shop on Rafton Rd we replace roofs all over Apopka: established homes in Errol Estates, the gated streets of Rock Springs Ridge, neighborhoods in the Wekiwa Springs area, homes around Lake Apopka and older houses near downtown. Many of these homes sit under mature oaks and pines, so tree debris and shade are a common reason the roofs here wear out.
We also replace roofs in nearby cities, including Orlando, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Altamonte Springs, Maitland, Winter Park, Sanford, Windermere and Longwood. See our main page on roof replacement in Orlando and Central Florida.
Home Pros Roofing and Contracting was approved for The Good Contractors List only after passing their rigorous vetting process. Very few Florida contractors meet that standard, which is why you will find so few of them listed. Qualifying work is backed by the list's $25,000 third party workmanship guarantee, free to homeowners, so you can hire with confidence. View our Good Contractors List profile.
Credentials, Financing and Your Next Step
Home Pros Roofing and Contracting is a TAMKO Pro Certified Contractor and a CertainTeed ShingleMaster, and we hold Florida licenses CGC1527172 and CCC1332789. You can look up both on the Florida DBPR license search. Roof financing is available for good, fair and bad credit through Service Finance and Foundation Finance. See roof financing.
Related services: roofing services in Apopka, roof repair, roof leak repair, roof inspection, free roof inspection in Apopka, storm damage roof repair, residential roofing, commercial roofing and our roofing FAQ.
Ready for a straight answer about your roof? Call 407-766-4388, email [email protected] or book a free roof inspection. Home Pros Roofing and Contracting, 1935 Rafton Rd, Apopka FL 32703.
Sources
- City of Apopka, Building Safety and Permitting
- Orange County, Roof Permit and Division of Building Safety
- Florida Building Commission, Florida Building Code
- Florida Building Code, Existing Building 2023, Section 706 (UpCodes)
- Florida Statutes, section 627.7011
- NOAA National Hurricane Center, Tropical Cyclone Climatology
- Citizens Property Insurance, Inspections
Roof Replacement and Related Roofing Services in Apopka
From a full tear off and new roof to repairs and inspections, Home Pros handles the whole job and explains every step in plain terms.
Not every roof needs replacing. If yours can be fixed, see roof repair in Apopka.
Not sure where to start? Book a free roof inspection in Apopka and get photos and a written estimate.
Roof Replacement FAQs for Apopka Homeowners
How much does a roof replacement cost in Apopka?
It depends on the size and pitch of your roof, the material you choose (shingle, metal or tile), how many old layers come off, how much decking needs replacing and the permit. Home Pros gives you a free roof inspection and a written estimate before any work begins, and our Apopka roof replacement cost guide explains each factor. Call 407-766-4388.
How long does a roof replacement take in Apopka?
Most homes take a few days once work starts, depending on the size of the roof, the material and the weather. The permit, material orders and the final inspection add time before and after, and we give you a schedule up front.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Apopka?
Yes. Inside Apopka city limits, the permit comes from the City of Apopka Building Safety Department through its OpenGov online portal. Homes in unincorporated Orange County go through the Orange County Division of Building Safety and its Fast Track online system. Home Pros confirms the jurisdiction for your address, pulls the permit and schedules the inspections.
What building code applies to a new roof in Apopka?
The Florida Building Code, 8th Edition (2023), which took effect statewide on December 31, 2023. It sets the wind requirements for the roof covering, underlayment and flashing, and the inspector checks the work against it.
What is the Florida 25 percent roof rule?
Under section 706.1.1 of the Florida Building Code, Existing Building, not more than 25 percent of a roof or roof section can be repaired, replaced or recovered in any 12 month period unless the whole roof or section is brought up to the current code. If the roof was built, repaired or replaced under the 2007 Florida Building Code or a later edition, only the repaired portion has to meet the current code.
Should I repair or replace my roof?
If the damage is limited to flashing, a pipe boot or a small area, a repair is often enough. Widespread wear, soft decking, leaks in more than one spot, damage past the 25 percent rule or an insurer asking about an older roof usually point to replacement. We inspect the roof, show you photos and recommend replacement only when a repair will not last.
Should I choose a shingle, metal or tile roof in Apopka?
All three work well in Central Florida when installed to the Florida Building Code. Asphalt shingle has the lowest upfront cost, metal sheds rain fast and reflects more of the sun's heat, and tile suits many Florida home styles but is heavy, so the framing must be checked. We help you weigh budget, home style, HOA rules and wind requirements.
My roof is over 15 years old. Will my insurance company drop me?
Not on roof age alone if the roof is in good shape. Under section 627.7011(5), Florida Statutes, an insurer may not refuse to issue or renew a homeowners policy solely because of roof age when the roof is less than 15 years old. For a roof 15 years or older, the insurer must let you have it inspected by an authorized inspector before requiring a replacement, and it may not refuse coverage solely because of age if the inspection shows at least 5 years of useful life left.
Can Home Pros fill out my Citizens roof inspection form?
Yes. As a licensed roofing contractor, Home Pros fills out insurance roof inspection forms, such as the Citizens Roof Inspection Form, with photos of each roof slope. If the roof is near the end of its life, we tell you plainly and give you a written estimate for a replacement.
When is the best time to replace a roof in Apopka?
Many homeowners plan a replacement before hurricane season, which runs June 1 through November 30. Roofs are replaced in Florida all year, and we plan tear off around the forecast to keep your home protected while the work is underway.
Do you offer financing for a roof replacement?
Yes. Home Pros offers roof financing for good, fair and bad credit through Service Finance and Foundation Finance. Ask about it when you get your written estimate.
A new roof is a big decision. Get a straight answer from a licensed local roofer, with photos and a written estimate.
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