All Phase Construction USA | Licensed: CCC-1331464 (Roofing Contractor) & CGC-1526236 (General Contractor) | Phone: (754) 227-5605 | 590 Goolsby Blvd, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Roof Replacement Cost in Florida (2026)

A full roof replacement in Florida runs roughly $6,500 to $45,000 in 2026, depending on the material you choose, the size and pitch of your roof, and whether your home sits inside the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ). All Phase Construction USA is a dual-licensed roofing and general contractor (CCC-1331464 & CGC-1526236) serving Broward County and Palm Beach County from our Deerfield Beach headquarters, and we quote every roof line-by-line so you can see exactly what drives the number.

2026 Roof Replacement Cost by Material

Ranges below are for a typical 2,000-square-foot single-family roof, installed to South Florida code:

MaterialCost per sq ftTypical totalLifespan
Asphalt shingle$4.50–$9.00$6,500–$16,00015–25 years
Concrete / clay tile$8.00–$21.00$12,000–$38,00040–75+ years
Metal (standing seam / exposed fastener)$7.00–$23.00$15,000–$45,00040–70 years
Flat / low-slope (TPO, PVC)$4.00–$10.00$8,000–$20,00020–30 years

These totals include tear-off of the old roof, new underlayment, code-required components, labor, and permits. They do not include structural repairs that only become visible once the old roof is removed — more on that below.

What Actually Drives Your Price

  • Roof size (squares). Roofing is priced per 100-square-foot "square." A larger footprint or a steep, cut-up roof with many valleys, hips, and penetrations costs more per square to install.
  • Material and profile. Shingle is the entry point; tile and metal cost more up front but last far longer. Clay tile and standing-seam aluminum sit at the top of the range.
  • Tear-off and disposal. Florida's heat and moisture rarely allow a "roof-over," so budget for full removal and haul-off — typically $1–$3 per square foot.
  • Decking condition. Rotted or delaminated plywood/board decking is common on older roofs and can't be assessed until tear-off. Replacement typically runs $2–$5 per square foot for the affected area.
  • Permits and inspections. Every re-roof in Broward and Palm Beach requires a permit and multiple inspections; fees generally run $200–$500.

The HVHZ Cost Premium (15–25%)

Broward County is a legal High-Velocity Hurricane Zone. Palm Beach County is not, though we voluntarily build Palm Beach roofs to the same specification. HVHZ code adds roughly 15–25% to a comparable roof because it mandates:

  • Full-coverage secondary water barrier — a self-adhering peel-and-stick membrane bonded across the entire deck.
  • Enhanced fastening — ring-shank nails, tighter nailing patterns, and six nails per shingle versus four in non-HVHZ areas.
  • Tested, approved assemblies — every material must carry a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA) or Florida Product Approval rated for our wind zone.
  • Stricter plan review and inspection — dry-in, in-progress, and final inspections on every job.

The upside: an HVHZ-spec roof is engineered for 175–180 mph design winds and is far more resilient in a major storm.

Why a Dual-Licensed Contractor Saves You Money

A standard roofing license (CCC) only covers the roof covering. When tear-off reveals damaged trusses, failed roof-to-wall connections, or rotted fascia, a roofing-only contractor has to bring in a separate general contractor — adding cost and delay. Because we hold both the roofing (CCC-1331464) and general contractor (CGC-1526236) licenses, we handle the structural work and the roof under one contract, one crew, and one warranty. No change-order surprises from a second trade.

Get an Exact Number for Your Roof

Every roof is different. Use our free Roof Cost Calculator for an instant ballpark, or call (754) 227-5605 for a free in-person measurement and a written, line-item quote. Prefer to read first? See our Broward County and Palm Beach County replacement guides, or our 2026 tile roof cost guide. Weighing a repair against a replacement? Our guide to Florida's 25% roof rule explains when a partial repair triggers full code compliance.