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More often than not, yes – but thankfully not always. If requesting insurance coverage on your commercial roof that is more than 15 years old, insurance providers are required to carry out an inspection before refusing coverage. Fortunately for business owners, the age of the roof is no longer reason enough to allow an insurance […]

This rule is a legal stipulation that any roof over the age of 15 years must be inspected and re-certified to meet current code requirements. Upon reaching a 15 year lifespan, an advanced commercial roofing professional must inspect the roof and be satisfied that it has a minimum of five more years of operation left. […]

To make a long story short, yes. To legally operate as a roofing contractor in the state of Florida, you are required to obtain what is known as a roofing contractor’s license. This is obtained from the Department of Professional Regulation (DBPR) via the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB). When choosing the professional (or professionals) […]

The average range for a roof replacement in Florida is between $11,000 and $30,000, depending on the size and materials used. The most common cost sits at around $15,000 for many commercial roofing companies. Whilst these figures act as a guide, each and every roof is different. From the square footage of the property to […]

This rule previously stated that if more than 25% of a roof in Florida needed to be repaired, then the entire roof must be replaced in order to maintain compliance with building codes. However – there is good news on this topic! In May 2022, the regulations were altered to state that if the remainder […]

There are a lot of factors that determine when a roof in Florida needs to be replaced, including the commercial re-roofing materials used. For example, a shingle roof may only last around 15-20 years, whereas more robust tile or stone roofing can last as long as 40 years. In Florida, many insurance companies are now […]