Full tear-off and replacement. The only way to reset your roof clock — and the only way to qualify for the GAF Golden Pledge warranty.
When it is time to replace
- Your roof is 20+ years old
- Multiple leaks or repairs in the last year
- Visible shingle curling, granule loss, or exposed nail heads
- Storm damage beyond a spot repair
- You are selling the house and want to max value
What a full replacement includes
A real replacement is a tear-off, not a layover. We strip the old system down to bare decking, then inspect every sheet of plywood before anything new goes on. Rotten or delaminated decking gets replaced — in Florida humidity that is common enough that we price for it honestly up front rather than surprising you mid-job.
- Complete tear-off and disposal of the existing roof
- Deck inspection, re-nailing to current code, and replacement of damaged sheathing
- Secondary water barrier and premium synthetic underlayment
- New flashing, pipe boots, drip edge, and valley metal — never reused
- Balanced ridge and soffit ventilation
- Magnet sweep of the entire property, twice
How long it takes
Most single-family Tampa Bay homes are a one to three day job once the crew is on site, weather permitting. Tile and stone-coated metal take longer than asphalt. The longer part is usually permitting and inspection scheduling with the county, which we handle and keep you updated on.
What it costs
Cost depends on square footage, pitch, how many layers are coming off, decking condition, and material. Rather than a made-up number, we wrote a full breakdown of Tampa Bay pricing: the complete guide to roof replacement costs in Tampa. If the number is the obstacle, we also offer financing.
Choosing your material
Architectural asphalt shingle is the default and it is a good roof when installed correctly. But if you plan to stay in the house, look hard at stone-coated metal, which carries far better wind performance and can outlive two asphalt roofs, or concrete and clay tile if that is the look your neighborhood calls for.
Why replace with Allstar
We are one of the only Master Elite contractors in Tampa Bay who can offer the full Golden Pledge® warranty. That means 25 years of workmanship coverage — and if we ever disappear, GAF guarantees it.
Not sure you need a full replacement yet? A repair may be the right answer, and we will say so if it is.
Recent Roof Replacement Projects Across Tampa Bay
Riverview Roof Replacement Job Completed This Spring
In April we completed a full roof replacement for a homeowner in Riverview. The old roofing was removed down to the deck, giving us a chance to inspect the sheathing before laying new underlayment and flashing. From there our crew set the new roofing system section by section until the whole deck was covered. We finished with a full cleanup and walked the property with the homeowner before closing out the job.
March Roof Replacement Job in Polk County
This Polk County home got a full roof replacement in March, start to finish with one crew. We tore off the old roofing, went over the deck before covering it back up, and installed a new system built for what Florida throws at it. Debris got hauled off before we left, so the homeowner isn't stuck with leftover materials or a half-finished yard.
March Roof Replacement Job in St. Petersburg
A St. Petersburg homeowner called us for a full roof replacement, and we got it done in March. Tear-off came first, then a look at the deck before we moved on to underlayment, flashing, and the new roofing system. Every job follows that same order for us. By the time we left, the roof was sealed up tight and the yard was clear of debris.
February Roof Replacement Job in Polk County
This Polk County home got a full roof replacement in February, start to finish with one crew on site. We tore off the old roofing, went over the deck before covering it back up, and put on a new system built for what Florida throws at it. Once the install was done, we cleared the yard of debris and left the property the way we found it.
February Roof Replacement Job in Polk County
In February, our crew took on a full roof replacement for a home in Polk County. We stripped off the old roofing, checked the deck for solid footing, and put down a new roof system built to handle Florida's weather. Once the install was finished, we cleared the debris and swept the yard before heading out. The homeowner is left with a roof that's ready for whatever comes next.
New Roof Installed for Polk County Homeowner
By February we had this Polk County home stripped down to bare decking and ready for a new roof. Our crew handles replacements the same way every time: pull the old material, check the deck for soft spots, then build the new system layer by layer. Once the final course was down, we swept the property clean and left the homeowner with a roof set up to handle whatever Florida throws at it.
New Year, New Roof Replacement for This Clearwater Home
For this January job in Clearwater, our crew tackled a full roof replacement from start to finish. After stripping the old shingles down to the deck, we checked the substrate for soundness, rolled out fresh underlayment, and installed the new roofing system section by section. Cleanup stayed ongoing throughout, and we closed out with a walk-through so the homeowner could see the finished work firsthand.
Pasco County Roof Replacement Wrapped Up in January
This January our crew took on a full roof replacement for a home in Pasco County. We stripped the old material off, went over the deck, and rebuilt from there with new underlayment, flashing at the valleys and penetrations, and a shingle system suited to the local climate. Once the last row was set, we hauled off debris and handed the homeowner a finished roof.
Riverview, FL · April 2023
