A metal roof installed properly down here is one of the best long-term decisions you can make for a Homestead property. It stands up to hurricane wind, it doesn’t bake apart under the south-Dade sun, and it can outlast two or three asphalt roofs. Here’s what installing one with us actually looks like.
What metal roof installation is
Installation means putting on a complete new metal roofing system — not just panels, but everything underneath and around them. That includes a sound deck, a high-temperature underlayment, properly detailed flashing at every valley, wall, and penetration, and the finished metal panels fastened to engineered wind loads. On a Homestead home, every layer of that assembly has to meet Miami-Dade’s HVHZ requirements, and the products have to carry a Notice of Acceptance.
When you need it
You’re a candidate for a new metal roof if you’re building or adding on, if you’re putting metal over a structure that’s never had it, or if your existing roof is worn out and you want to step up to something that lasts. Large-lot ranch homes, farm and barn structures in the Redland, and post-Andrew subdivision houses all come to us for first-time metal installs.
Our process
We start with a free inspection — we get on the roof, check the condition of the deck and the existing details, and take exact measurements. Then we lay out your system options and put a written quote in your hands. Once you approve it, we pull the Miami-Dade permit, schedule the work, and install to HVHZ standards. When the panels are on and the details are sealed, we walk the finished roof with you and leave your property clean.
System options
- Standing seam — concealed fasteners, fewer penetrations, excellent near the coast.
- Metal shingle / tile-look — classic curb appeal with metal durability.
- 5V-crimp — a clean, traditional Florida panel for homes and outbuildings.
- Ribbed structural panel — economical, tough coverage for large and ag roofs.
We’ll help you weigh look, longevity, and cost so the system fits both the building and your budget.
What’s included
Your install includes tear-off or prep as needed, deck inspection and repair where required, underlayment, flashing and trim, the finished metal system, the Miami-Dade permit, cleanup, and a final walk-through. We also hand back the documentation you’ll want for insurance and wind mitigation.
Homestead-specific factors
Three things shape every Homestead install. First, HVHZ and NOA: products and methods must be Miami-Dade approved, no exceptions. Second, the 175 mph reality: we engineer fastening and edge details for the wind this coast sees. Third, the lots: many properties here are large with big roof areas or multiple structures, so we plan material, labor, and timeline accordingly.
Timeline
Most residential installs run a few days on the roof once materials are staged, though large-lot homes, complex rooflines, or multiple structures take longer. Permitting and the city inspection add time on either end. We’ll give you a realistic schedule with your quote — not a number designed to win the job.
Installation FAQs
Do I need a permit to install a metal roof in Homestead?
Yes. Roofing in Miami-Dade requires a permit and a city inspection, and we handle that for you as part of the job.
Can a metal roof really be rated to 175 mph?
Yes — properly engineered and fastened systems carry HVHZ wind ratings up to 175 mph. The rating depends on the full assembly being installed to its approval, which is exactly why proper installation matters.
Can you install metal over my existing roof?
Sometimes, depending on the structure and what’s already up there, but in HVHZ work a clean tear-off is often the right call so the deck and details can be inspected and brought up to code. We’ll tell you which makes sense after the inspection.
Is a metal roof too heavy for my house?
No. Metal is generally lighter than concrete tile and comparable to or lighter than a layered asphalt roof, so weight is rarely a concern.
CTA: Get a free inspection and a written quote. Call (305) 767-7681.