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Broward County · ZIP codes 33301, 33304, 33308, 33312, 33315, 33316

Roofing contractor in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Roof repair, roof replacement and wind mitigation inspections in Fort Lauderdale. We handle the permit with the City of Fort Lauderdale Development Services Department.

CountyBroward County
Population182,760 residents (2020 Census)
ZIP codes33301, 33304, 33308, 33312, 33315, 33316
Building departmentCity of Fort Lauderdale Development Services Department
700 NW 19th Avenue
Wind zoneBroward High-Velocity Hurricane Zone · 170 miles per hour design wind speed
Official city websitewww.fortlauderdale.gov
Where Fort Lauderdale is and who lives here

Roofing in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Fort Lauderdale is the county seat of Broward County, on the Atlantic coast, with the Intracoastal Waterway and a network of canals running through the city.

Fort Lauderdale has 182,760 residents according to the 2020 Census. Well-known areas include Las Olas, Victoria Park, Rio Vista, Coral Ridge, Harbor Beach and Sailboat Bend.

Homeowners associations: Homes on canals, islands and near the beach.

Incorporated in 1911 and known as the Venice of America for its canals, Fort Lauderdale is a coastal city with waterfront homes, islands and beach neighborhoods.

Salt air corrodes common fasteners, so we specify corrosion-resistant fasteners and careful flashing for coastal and waterfront homes.

Aerial view of a metal roof
Codes and permits

Building codes and roof permits in Fort Lauderdale

Broward County is inside Florida’s High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, which covers Broward and Miami-Dade counties. Roof work follows the Florida Building Code, including the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone provisions for roofing, and the design wind speed for Broward County is 170 miles per hour. Roofing products used in this zone need product approval, such as a Miami-Dade County Notice of Acceptance.

In Fort Lauderdale, roof permits are handled by the City of Fort Lauderdale Development Services Department, located at 700 NW 19th Avenue. For current application and fee information, visit the city’s official website, www.fortlauderdale.gov.

Our office is in Fort Lauderdale. Waterfront properties here are exposed to salt air, so we pay close attention to fasteners and flashing.

1. We prepare the file

Measurements, roof system and product approvals your building department asks for.

2. We submit and follow up

We submit the application to the City of Fort Lauderdale Development Services Department and answer the reviewer’s questions.

3. Inspections and final approval

We coordinate the required inspections until the permit is closed.

Roof types

Roof types in Fort Lauderdale

Common roof types in Fort Lauderdale include corrosion-resistant marine metal, flat roofs and concrete tile.

We also offer wind mitigation inspections: we measure the roof by satellite, inspect it in person and document the roof covering, roof deck attachment, roof-to-wall connection, roof shape, secondary water resistance and opening protection.

Recent work

Roofing work across South Florida

Real photos from our jobs: metal, tile and flat roofs.

Black metal roof seen from above
Metal roof · aerial view
Crew installing red tile on a roof
Tile installation · aerial view
Crew working on a flat roof
Flat roof · crew on site
Frequently asked questions

Roofing questions in Fort Lauderdale

Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Fort Lauderdale?

In most cases, yes. A roof replacement generally requires a permit from the City of Fort Lauderdale Development Services Department. We prepare and submit it for you.

Where is the building department in Fort Lauderdale?

The City of Fort Lauderdale Development Services Department is at 700 NW 19th Avenue. The city’s official website is www.fortlauderdale.gov.

Which ZIP codes in Fort Lauderdale do you serve?

We serve Fort Lauderdale, including the ZIP codes 33301, 33304, 33308, 33312, 33315, 33316.

Do you work with homeowners associations in Fort Lauderdale?

Yes. If your community has roof guidelines, we prepare the documents your association asks for before work begins. Homes on canals, islands and near the beach.

Which roof types are common in Fort Lauderdale?

Common roof types here include corrosion-resistant marine metal, flat roofs and concrete tile.

Is the inspection free?

Yes. The inspection is at no cost to the homeowner.

Contact

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Call: (954) 821-2288
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