Metal roofs are the most expensive, but you get the bang for your buck- they last up to 50 years, and are the most hurricane resistant. Tile roofs are the next most expensive, and fare greater with foam adhesive than nailed-on or screwed-on tile. Followed by shingle & flat roofs which are the least expensive. Honesty, not much once the hurricane has arrived. You should be looking at preventative maintenance. You should know how old your roof is. A metal roof is a 50 year roof, tile is 25-30, shingle roofs last 17-20 years, and flat roofs, if maintained every 5 years like recommended, should be good for 20+ years.
Every roofing company must be Florida licensed, but less than 8% are State Certified roofing contractors. Not only is Hammerhead Florida State Certified, but we are also factory certified by the roofing manufacturers. Few roofing contractors are certified by the product manufacturers as having completed professional installation certifications for full adherence to stringent South Florida hurricane uplift prevention procedures and techniques. Because we represent multiple roofing manufacturers, we are able to select those specific roofing products and systems that provide the absolute best in quality, durability, and protection for your roofing project.
It is a common misconception that shingle roofs cannot perform well in South Florida. Shingle roof failures in Florida are primarily due to poor workmanship or improper ventilation. Improper installations exist in a high percentage of roofs across the Country, but those other climates are more forgiving than our own. The most important factors affecting the lifespan are ventilation and proper installation, in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. A properly installed shingle roof will deliver many years of trouble-free service, even in the hot, stormy areas of Palm Beach, Broward and Dade Counties, Florida.
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