Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement in South Florida

An asphalt shingle roof replacement removes the old roofing down to the deck and installs a new roofing system. It’s the right fit when a roof has worn out across the whole surface, not just in one spot. This guide covers what the job includes, how it runs step by step, how wind ratings work in South Florida, and what drives the price. Use it to get organized before you request a quote.

What an Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement Includes and Who It Is For

A replacement removes the existing roofing down to the roof deck and installs a new system on top of it. A repair fixes one damaged area. An overlay lays new shingles over old ones, which hides the deck from view. A replacement lets the crew inspect and repair the deck before the new roof goes on.

Watch for these signs that a roof may need replacement:

• Granules collecting in gutters or at the downspouts
• Curling, cracked, or missing shingles across several slopes
• Leaks that return after each repair
• Daylight showing through the deck from the attic
• Storm damage that spans much of the roof

This job fits aging roofs, roofs with more than one layer, and owners pairing roof work with impact windows or solar.

If a storm caused the damage, timing matters. Under Fla. Stat. § 627.70132, a claim is barred unless notice reaches the insurer within 1 year after the date of loss. A supplemental claim is barred unless notice comes within 18 months. For hurricanes, the date of loss is the day the storm made landfall.

What Is Included in the Scope of Work

A complete scope covers tear-off, deck inspection, edge metal, underlayment, and new shingles, all written into one estimate.

• Tear-off and disposal of existing shingles and underlayment, with each layer removed.
• Deck inspection, with any rotted or damaged decking priced as its own line before work moves forward.
• Underlayment and drip edge at the eaves and rakes.
• Starter strip, flashing at valleys, walls, and roof penetrations, and ridge cap.
• Ventilation components, which help control heat and moisture in Florida attics.
• Daily debris cleanup, a magnetic sweep of the yard for nails, and warranty terms in writing.

Partial work has rules too.

Scope items matter more than the total on the page. They show what the crew will actually do.

Asphalt Shingle Wind Ratings in South Florida: What to Check

A wind rating means something only when the product approval and the installed system both match your location. Florida regulates roofing products for wind. Under Fla. Stat. § 553.842, a product may not be marketed as hurricane or windstorm protection, or as impact protection from wind-borne debris, unless it is approved under that section or the local approval section.

Under Fla. Stat. § 553.8425, a product with a certification mark, label, or listing from an approved certification agency needs no further documentation to show code compliance.

A shingle’s wind rating is only part of the picture. The nailing pattern and deck attachment also decide how the roof holds.

Ask for these items in your estimate:

• The product name and manufacturer
• The approval number, listing, or certification mark
• The nailing pattern and starter strip specified
• Whether the approval covers your county and location

Put the answers in writing so the approval matches the product on the roof. The Miami-Dade County roofing permits page lists them.

What Drives the Cost of an Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement

Price follows the roof’s measured area, pitch, layers, deck condition, and access. It does not follow the size of the house alone.

Roofers measure in squares, and one square covers 100 square feet of roof. Roof area is larger than the house footprint once pitch and overhangs are counted.

• Number of layers to remove, since each layer adds tear-off labor and disposal.
• Deck repairs, priced only after the inspection.
• Shingle product and wind rating.
• Valleys, dormers, skylights, and penetrations, which need more flashing and time.
• Access, including steep pitch and tight lots.
• Permit and inspection fees, listed separately because each jurisdiction sets its own.

A written, itemized estimate shows each of these lines after the on-site inspection. You can check how each one was measured.

The Replacement Process and Timeline, Step by Step

The work moves through five stages, from a free consultation to final cleanup.

1. Free consultation and on-site inspection. Our first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.
2. Written estimate. It lists scope, product and wind rating, warranty terms, and permit items. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.1425, residential repair contracts must include a written statement explaining the owner’s rights under the Florida Homeowners’ Construction Recovery Fund. This applies unless labor and materials total $2,500 or less.
3. Permit. Under Fla. Stat. § 553.79, it’s unlawful to repair or alter a building without first getting a permit, unless another law provides otherwise. Under Fla. Stat. § 553.79, a local enforcement agency must post its procedures for processing, reviewing, and approving submitted building permit applications on its website.
4. Tear-off and deck work. Old roofing comes off, and the deck is inspected. Approved decking repairs happen before new underlayment goes on.
5. Installation and final inspection. The crew installs underlayment, flashing, and shingles, then schedules the final inspection and cleans up.

Permit review, weather, and deck repairs can change the schedule. Ask for the projected timeline in writing.

Why Choose ASP Superhome for Your Roof Replacement

ASP Superhome handles roof replacement alongside related home projects, so the work can be coordinated.

• Inspection first. Our team measures the roof, documents the deck and penetrations, and explains findings before any scope is set.
• Itemized estimates. Product, wind rating, nailing, and permit items appear as separate lines you can review.
• Related work from one provider. Roof repair, metal roofing, tile roofing, impact windows, impact doors, solar panels, solar battery backup, and kitchen remodeling.
• Service areas. Miami, Kendall, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Naples, and Fort Myers.

Our team can walk through each line of the estimate before you decide anything. You can also discuss related projects in one conversation.

Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement FAQ

Short answers to common questions about this job.

Ready to Talk About Your Roof?

If a leak showed up after a storm, or a ceiling stain appeared overnight, you may be weighing a full replacement while you sort out insurance paperwork or a parent’s home. Request a quote or book a free estimate, and our team will inspect the roof and put every line in writing.