Florida Roofing Blog

Articles written from work our crews actually perform in Florida: how materials hold up in this climate, what storm damage looks like, how the insurance documentation process works, and what current code requires on a re-roof.

Materials and systems

Metal roofing in Florida — complete guide
Standing seam metal roofing explained
Clay vs. concrete tile in Florida
Impact-resistant shingles — worth it in Florida?
Flat roof options for Florida homes

Storm, damage and insurance

Hurricane-proof roofing for coastal Florida
Signs your Florida roof needs attention
Roof warranties in Florida, explained
How salt air affects coastal Florida roofs

Installation and code

Florida building codes for residential roofing
Roof tear-off vs. overlay in Florida
Roof underlayment — synthetic vs. felt
Roof decking replacement in Florida
Why roof flashing matters in Florida

Maintenance and efficiency

Florida roof ventilation and why it matters
Attic insulation and its connection to your roof
Tile roof maintenance in Florida
Best roof colors for the Florida climate
Solar panel compatibility with Florida roofs

O'Brien Contracting — Florida roofing contractor, license CCC1335947. Call (239) 919-4485.