Roofing Blog
Practical roofing guidance for Florida homeowners — from inspections and repairs to hurricane prep.
Understanding Florida’s 25% Roofing Code Rule: What St. Petersburg & Pinellas Homeowners Must Know After a Storm
After a storm in St. Pete or Pinellas, Florida’s 25% roofing rule can turn a repair into a full code-required replacement. Here is how the rule works, who pulls Largo and St. Pete permits, and how to spot out-of-state storm chasers.
Architectural Shingles vs. Standing Seam Metal: What is the Best Roofing Material for Homes in St. Petersburg & Largo?
Comparing architectural shingles and standing seam metal for St. Pete and Largo homes: Pinellas replacement cost ranges, salt-air and ventilation issues, 110–130 mph vs 140+ mph wind ratings, and how metal can lower summer A/C bills.
Is Your Insurance Forcing a Roof Replacement in Pinellas County? Here is What Largo & St. Pete Homeowners Need to Know
Got a Citizens or private-carrier letter about a 15-year-old roof in Pinellas County? Florida’s 15-year rule is not an automatic replacement order. Here is how a remaining-useful-life inspection, a 4-point, and wind mitigation can protect coverage in Largo and St. Pete.
Pinellas County Home Repair Loan Program
The Home Repair Loan Program in Pinellas County offers entirely forgiving loans up to $75,000 for important repairs including windows, HVAC, and roofs.
2026 Hurricane Tracker: Where to Get the Best Local Info
The internet becomes noisy when a storm moves into the Gulf. Homeowners in Pinellas County need to know the specific effects of the wind and surge on our peninsula; "general" info is insufficient.