How much does a new roof cost in South Florida in 2026?
Republic prices full roof replacements by the roofing square (1 square = 100 sq ft of roof surface), with jobs starting at $10,000: architectural shingle is $700 per square installed, concrete tile is $1,075 per square, standing-seam metal is $1,125 per square, clay tile is $1,175 per square, flat roof (non-insulated) is $700 per square, and flat roof with an insulated system is $1,300 per square. On a typical 25-square (2,500 sq ft) pitched roof, that equals $17,500 for shingle, $26,875 for concrete tile, $28,125 for metal, and $29,375 for clay tile.
What is a roofing square, and how many squares is my house?
One roofing square equals 100 square feet of actual roof surface. Because roofs have pitch (slope), garage bays, covered patios, and eaves, a home's roof surface is usually 20% to 35% larger than its air-conditioned floor area. For example, a 1,800 sq ft single-story ranch typically measures 22 to 25 roofing squares (2,200–2,500 sq ft of roof).
Why do Republic's roofing jobs start at $10,000?
We only perform full, permitted roof replacements and new roof installations under Florida roofing license CCC1337395—we don't offer roof repairs. Every project includes city/county permits, HVHZ product approvals, dump trailer haul-away, full tear-off to the wood deck, 8d ring-shank re-nailing, a sealed secondary water barrier, and a 10-year labor warranty (5–10 years on flat roofs), making $10,000 our minimum job.
How much does a concrete tile vs. clay tile roof cost in South Florida?
At Republic, a concrete tile roof costs $1,075 per square installed (Eagle Roofing), while a clay tile roof costs $1,175 per square installed (Santafe clay tile made in Colombia). On a 25-square roof, concrete tile is $26,875 and clay tile is $29,375—a $2,500 difference. Both carry a 25–30 year South Florida service life and our 10-year labor warranty.
How much does a standing-seam metal roof cost in Miami-Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach?
A standing-seam / architectural metal roof costs $1,125 per square installed at Republic (Englert and Metal Alliance)—$22,500 for 20 squares, $28,125 for 25 squares, or $33,750 for 30 squares. Metal lasts 40+ years in South Florida and is protected against arbitrary HOA denial by Fla. Stat. §720.3035(6) when it conforms to the board's adopted style and color specifications.
How much does a flat roof replacement cost?
A non-insulated flat roof is $700 per square installed and an insulated flat roof system is $1,300 per square installed (with roofing jobs starting at $10,000). Every flat roof is custom-quoted after a free on-site measure based on roof size, drainage, and the Polyglass low-slope membrane assembly, and includes a 5–10 year labor warranty.
Does Republic offer roof repairs?
No. We install and replace roofs—we don't offer roof repairs. Focusing 100% on full tear-off roof replacements and new installations lets us stand behind the entire deck, secondary water barrier, flashings, and covering with our 10-year labor warranty on shingle, tile, and metal roofs (5–10 years on flat roofs).
What is included in Republic's per-square roof price?
Our per-square price is a complete installed replacement: city/county permit fees, complete tear-off of the existing roof to bare wood, FBC 2023 8d ring-shank deck re-nailing, a sealed secondary water barrier (peel-and-stick), HVHZ underlayment, the new shingle/tile/metal/flat covering, new drip edge, valley metal, pipe boots, vents, dump trailer disposal, magnetic nail sweep, and our labor warranty.
What happens if rotted plywood decking or fascia is found during tear-off?
Because wood rot underneath old felt can only be seen once the tear-off is complete, our written contract states transparent per-sheet plywood sheathing and per-linear-foot fascia replacement allowances upfront. Our crew photographs any damaged wood during tear-off before replacing it so every board meets FBC nailing standards.
How long does a roof replacement take from permit to final sign-off?
Once on the roof, physical installation takes 1–3 days for architectural shingle and 3–5 days for tile or metal roofs (flat roof timelines depend on roof size and membrane system). Before tear-off begins, city or county permit review usually takes 1–4 weeks.
What is Florida's 25% roof rule under §553.844(5)?
Under Fla. Stat. §553.844(5), if a roof was built or replaced to the 2007 Florida Building Code or later, only the damaged part has to be replaced to current code, even when it's 25% or more of the roof. Older pre-2007-code roofs can still need the whole section replaced.
How much will a new roof lower my Florida homeowners insurance?
A full FBC-compliant re-roof upgrades key roof questions on Florida Form OIR-B1-1802 (Rev. 04/26): Roof Covering (Question 4), Roof Deck Attachment (Question 5), and Secondary Water Resistance (Question 8), alongside Roof-to-Wall Attachment (Question 6) and Roof Geometry (Question 7). Under Fla. Stat. §627.0629, insurers must offer wind-mitigation discounts for these features.
Can I use the My Safe Florida Home $10,000 grant for a roof?
Yes. Under Fla. Stat. §215.5586, eligible Florida homesteads (built before 2008, insured value $700,000 or less) can receive $2 for every $1 spent up to $10,000 for qualifying wind-mitigation improvements, including secondary water resistance, roof-to-deck attachment, and roof-to-wall connections. You must receive grant approval before signing a contract or starting work.
What financing options are available for a new roof?
We offer $0-down roof financing (subject to credit approval) through Sunlight Financial, Service Finance, Upgrade, and Renew Financial, including 12-month no-interest-if-paid-in-full plans, 10 years at 6.99% APR ($116.06/mo per $10,000 financed—about $162/mo on a $14,000 shingle roof or $312/mo on a $26,875 concrete tile roof), and 20 years at 8.99% APR.
Which counties and brands does Republic work with for roofing?
We install and replace roofs in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties only (in Martin, St. Lucie, and the Gulf Coast we offer windows and doors only). We work with Polyglass, Owens Corning, GAF, Englert, Metal Alliance, TAMKO, Eagle Roofing, and Santafe clay tile (made in Colombia).