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Roofing

Roofing Options for Florida Homes

Review roof repair and replacement options for your home through a clear consultation and coordination process.

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What it is and why it matters

What It Is & Why It Matters

Nova Structa helps homeowners review roofing repair and replacement options, including shingle, tile, metal, and flat roof projects. Roofing work is performed by independent Florida licensed contractor(s).

Roofing is an important part of protecting your home.

A roof assessment can help identify visible wear, storm-related concerns, ventilation needs, material options, and project considerations for your Florida home.

  1. 01Visible wear and storm-related concerns
  2. 02Ventilation needs
  3. 03Material options for your home and neighborhood requirements
  4. 04Project scope, timing, and financing options where available

Shingle, tile or metal

One Home, Three Roofs

Tap a material to put it on the house. Each one shows its typical life, how it fared in Hurricane Ian, and the insurance line that applies.

Read: Best Roofing Materials for Florida Homes in 2026
The same Florida home with a charcoal standing seam metal hip roofStanding seam metal
40 to 70+ yrsStanding seam life, per manufacturer Englert. Source

Roofs with damage in Hurricane Ian

Around 12% had damage in Ian, mostly from debris off nearby structures. IBHS

Good to know
Concealed fasteners, long life, and panels that solar can clamp to without drilling.
Insurance
Citizens' threshold for hard roofs like metal is 50 years. Citizens

Roof age and Florida insurance

How Old Is Your Roof, Really?

In Florida, a roof's age shapes what an insurer may ask for. Slide to the year your roof was last fully replaced and pick its material.

When to replace your roof
12years old

About 60% of a typical 20-year shingle roof life used, roughly 8 years left on paper. Source

  • Under 15 years: a Florida insurer may not refuse to write or renew your policy solely because of the roof's age. Fla. Stat. 627.7011

  • Under Citizens' 25-year line for shingle roofs. Citizens asks for documentation of at least 5 years of remaining life on shingle roofs over 25 years and hard roofs over 50. Citizens

  • Roof age counts from the last time 100% of the roof was built or replaced.

How It Works

From assessment request to project coordination, a clear process for reviewing roofing options.

Your roof

  1. 01

    Step 1

    Roof Assessment Request

    Start with a request to review visible roof concerns, roof age, roof type, photos, and project needs.

  2. 02

    Step 2

    Project Options & Estimate Review

    Review available roof material options, estimated project scope, timing, and financing options where available.

  3. 03

    Step 3

    Permitting & Project Preparation

    Required permits, preparation, and project steps are coordinated according to local requirements and the written project documents.

  4. 04

    Step 4

    Installation by Independent Licensed Contractor(s)

    Roofing installation and regulated construction work are performed by independent Florida licensed contractor(s). Final materials, system details, and installation scope are identified in the written project documents.

  5. 05

    Step 5

    Final Review & Written Warranty Information

    Project closeout and warranty information are provided according to the written project and warranty documents. Warranty coverage varies by manufacturer, contractor, product, and project.

Project closeout

Features & Benefits

Cutaway of a roof assembly: rafter, plywood deck with ring-shank nails, peel-and-stick underlayment and a standing seam metal panel
  1. 01

    Florida Roofing Options

    Review roofing material options designed for Florida weather conditions and your home’s project needs.

  2. 02

    Material and Ventilation Review

    Roofing materials, ventilation, and project design can be reviewed during the assessment process.

  3. 03

    Curb Appeal Options

    Review styles, colors, and materials that may fit your home and neighborhood requirements.

  4. 04

    Roof Type Options

    Options may include shingle, tile, metal, or flat roofing depending on your home and project scope.

  5. 05

    Written Warranty Information

    Manufacturer and workmanship warranties, where offered, are governed by the written warranty documents.

  6. 06

    Financing Options May Be Available

    Financing, where available, is provided by third-party financing providers and is subject to credit approval.

After a storm

Know the Rules Before You Call Anyone

Nova Structa is not a public adjuster and does not interpret insurance policies or negotiate claims.

Roofs and Florida insurance
  1. 1 yr

    To give notice of a claim

    Notice of a new or reopened claim must reach your insurer within 1 year of the loss. For hurricanes, the date of loss is landfall. Fla. Stat. 627.70132 (2026)

  2. 18 mo

    For a supplemental claim

    Supplemental claims must be reported within 18 months. Fla. Stat. 627.70132 (2026)

  3. No AOB

    Since January 1, 2023

    Policies issued since then cannot assign post-loss benefits to a contractor. Fla. Stat. 627.7152(13) (2026)

  4. Red flag

    Gifts for an inspection

    Florida law bars contractors from offering anything of value for a roof inspection or a claim, or offering to pay or waive your deductible. Fla. Stat. 489.147 (2026)

Why Nova Structa for Roofing?

Nova Structa helps homeowners review roofing options, project needs, financing structures, and warranty information through a streamlined consultation and coordination process.

A roofer's gloved hands folding the seam of a new standing seam metal roof panel with a hand seamer
  • Warranty Information

    Product and workmanship warranties, where offered, are governed by the written warranty documents provided for the project.

  • Installation by Independent Licensed Contractor(s)

    Roofing installation and regulated construction work are performed by independent Florida licensed contractor(s).

  • Project Coordination Support

    Nova Structa helps coordinate intake, consultation, project review, and handoff steps.

  • Florida Roofing Options

    Review roofing options for shingle, tile, metal, or flat roof projects based on your home and project scope.

  • Manufacturer Options

    Available products and manufacturers vary by project. Final materials and warranties are identified in the written project documents.

Roofing Project Visuals

Review example visuals showing different roofing conditions and project types. Actual project scope, materials, timeline, cost, and results vary by home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do solar panels have to put holes in a metal roof?
Not on a standing seam metal roof. The mounting hardware clamps onto the raised seam itself, so the roofing panel is never drilled and no new penetration is created. On other roof types, including shingle and most exposed-fastener metal, mounts do penetrate the roof deck and are flashed and sealed as part of the installation. Which method applies to your home depends on the roof type and the final system design, and is identified in the written project documents.
Do I need a new roof or just a repair?
Roof repair or replacement depends on roof age, visible condition, leaks, storm-related concerns, material type, and inspection findings. A roof assessment can help review available options.
How long does a roofing project take?
Project timelines vary based on roof size, materials, permitting, weather, scheduling, inspections, and local requirements.
Can you help with insurance claims?
Nova Structa is not a public adjuster and does not interpret insurance policies or negotiate insurance claims. Homeowners are responsible for communicating with their insurer or retaining a licensed public adjuster where appropriate.
What roofing types can be reviewed?
Roofing options may include shingle, tile, metal, or flat roofing depending on your home, roof condition, project scope, and contractor availability.
Is financing available?
Financing, where available, is provided by third-party financing providers and is subject to credit approval. Rates, terms, fees, monthly payments, total cost, and any security interest or filing are disclosed in the financing agreement.
Drone view of a white Florida home with a charcoal standing seam metal roof at blue hour, its windows and landscape lights glowing

Ready to Review Your Roofing Options?

Get a free assessment for your home. Nova Structa can help you review roof repair or replacement options, available financing structures, and written warranty information.