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Flat & low-slopeFree roof inspection with deck photos before we talk money - GAF and Owens Corning certified installation
Trusted Roof Installation for Miami Homeowners
A new roof in Miami typically costs between $8,500 and $22,000 for a standard single-family home, depending on the material you choose and the size of your roof. Shingle roofs run $8,500 to $14,000 on average, standing seam metal runs $18,000 to $35,000, and tile roofs start around $18,000 and can exceed $45,000 on larger homes in neighborhoods like Pinecrest or Coral Gables. Mercer Roofing Co Miami, led by Grant Whitlock, has installed roofs across Miami-Dade since 2000, and every project starts the same way: a written price before any work begins, and a technician whose name and photo you receive before we ever knock on your door. Call (850) 753-2996 to schedule a free estimate.
Shingle Roof
A Shingle Roof is the most common roofing system in Miami because it balances upfront cost, wind resistance when installed to Miami-Dade code, and a lifespan that stretches 20 to 30 years with proper ventilation. Grant Whitlock and the Mercer Roofing Co Miami team install architectural and 3-tab shingles from manufacturer-recognized brands including GAF, CertainTeed, and Owens Corning, with most Roof Installation - Miami projects running between $8,500 and $14,000 for a typical 1,500 to 2,200 square foot roof. The price includes tear-off of the old roof, new underlayment, flashing, and a written guarantee on the full installation. For homeowners in West Little River or Tamiami, a shingle roof remains the fastest path to a watertight home without stretching the budget into metal or tile territory.
High-Wind Shingle Systems
Miami-Dade County requires shingle roofs to meet high-velocity hurricane zone standards, which means sealed decking, ring-shank nails, and specific nailing patterns that most out-of-town crews skip. We install every shingle roof to code because the inspection will fail if we don’t, and a failed inspection costs you weeks of delay. Our written price includes the permit, the inspection, and the photographs we take of the underlayment before the shingles go on.
Shingle Tear-Off and Decking Repair
Most Miami homes built before 1994 have decking that was never sealed to the rafters, so part of a shingle roof replacement often includes re-nailing or replacing decking. We show you what we find when we peel back the old shingles, and we put the repair cost in writing before we proceed. No surprises on the invoice, because every change gets approved by you first.
Styles & brands we work with
Standing Seam Metal Roof
A Standing Seam Metal Roof is a concealed-fastener metal roof system where the seams run vertically from ridge to eave, and the fasteners are hidden under a raised seam rather than screwed through the face of the panel. Mercer Roofing Co Miami installs standing seam metal roofs for Miami homeowners who want a 40 to 50-year roof that shrugs off hurricane-force winds and reflects heat in July, with typical installations running $18,000 to $35,000 depending on roof complexity, panel gauge, and whether we’re installing over the existing roof or tearing off first. In neighborhoods like Palmetto Bay and Sunny Isles Beach, standing seam is the roof that survives the next storm and never rusts at the cut edges because we use factory-trimmed panels, not field cuts.
Heat-Reflective Metal Systems
Miami’s summer sun punishes a dark roof, and a standing seam metal roof with a reflective Kynar finish cuts attic temperatures by 30 to 50 degrees by reflecting solar radiation instead of absorbing it. That translates into lower cooling bills from June through October, which is the same reason warehouses and commercial buildings across Doral and Sweetwater switched to metal years ago. We’ll show you samples of coated steel and aluminum panels in your preferred color before you commit to anything.
Metal Roof Underlayment Standards
In a high-velocity hurricane zone, the underlayment under a metal roof matters as much as the metal itself because wind-driven rain finds every gap. We install a self-adhered high-temperature underlayment that seals around the fasteners as they penetrate, which is the same approach used on commercial TPO roofs in Miami. The underlayment is photographed before the panels go on so you have proof of what’s under your roof.
Tile Roof
A Tile Roof in Miami means either clay or concrete tile, the roofing material you see on Spanish and Mediterranean-style homes from Coral Gables to Opa-locka, and it’s the most durable option short of a slate roof. Mercer Roofing Co Miami installs and repairs tile roofs throughout Miami-Dade, with a full tile roof replacement typically running $18,000 to $45,000 depending on tile profile, roof pitch, and whether the underlying decking needs remediation. Tile roofs in Miami regularly last 50 years or more when the underlayment is done right, and that’s where most contractors cut corners that don’t show up for a decade. If you’re considering roof installation in Miami, tile deserves a hard look if you want the last roof you’ll ever buy.
Tile Underlayment and Flashing
The tile itself is decorative in one sense: the waterproofing layer is the underlayment, and in Miami-Dade that means a two-ply hot-mopped or self-adhered system that holds up to 130 mph wind-driven rain. We replace underlayment on tile roofs far more often than we replace the tiles, because the tiles often outlive the waterproofing beneath them. When we install a tile roof, we include the underlayment specification in your written price and photograph it before the first tile goes down.
Tile Roof Ventilation
A tile roof needs the same ridge and soffit ventilation as a shingle roof, but the channels have to work around the tile profile, and too many Miami tile roofs have no intake ventilation at all. That’s why attics under tile roofs in Pinewood and Miami Lakes hit 140 degrees in August and cook the underlayment from above. We size the ventilation to the attic volume and tile profile, not just to whatever the last crew did.
Roof Ventilation
Roof Ventilation is the system of intake and exhaust vents that lets hot, humid air escape your attic instead of baking your shingles, underlayment, and ceiling insulation all summer long. Mercer Roofing Co Miami installs and upgrades roof ventilation on every roof we touch, with ventilation upgrades typically running $600 to $2,200 depending on the number of vents, the attic configuration, and whether we’re adding ridge vent, soffit vents, or both. In Miami’s climate, a poorly ventilated attic shortens the life of any roof system by a decade or more, and it’s the single most common cause of premature shingle failure we see in neighborhoods like Tamiami and West Little River.
Attic Intake and Exhaust Balance
Ventilation only works when intake and exhaust are balanced, which means soffit vents pulling air in at the eaves and a ridge vent or box vents letting it out at the peak. Too many Miami roofs have ridge vent and no soffit intake, which means the ridge vent pulls air from inside the living space instead of the outside. We calculate the net free area for both the intake and the exhaust and write the numbers on your quote so you can see the math.
Humidity and Mold Prevention
Miami’s humidity is the enemy of every roof deck, and a sealed attic with no airflow turns condensation into mold in as little as eight months. We see this constantly in homes built in the 1960s and 1970s in neighborhoods like Fountainebleau and Miami Lakes, where the original roof had no ventilation at all. A proper ventilation system fixes the root cause, not just the mold on the surface.
Roof Flashing Installation
Roof Flashing Installation is the process of installing and sealing the metal pieces that protect the joints and penetrations of your roof: where the roof meets a wall, a chimney, a skylight, a vent pipe, or a valley. Mercer Roofing Co Miami installs roof flashing as part of every roof replacement and as a standalone repair, with flashing replacement on a typical chimney or wall intersection in Miami running $450 to $1,800 depending on the material and the extent of the damage. The flashing is where most Miami roofs leak, and it’s the first thing we check when water shows up on a ceiling. For context on what’s involved, see our guidance on roof installation in Fountainebleau.
Chimney and Wall Flashing
A chimney flashes against the roof with step flashing, counter-flashing, and a cricket or saddle on the high side, and every one of those pieces has to lap in the right order or water walks right over it. We replace old roofing cement patches with real step flashing and a proper reglet cut into the mortar for the counter-flashing. The written price includes painting the exposed flashing to match your existing trim unless you tell us otherwise.
Pipe Boots and Vent Flashing
Vent pipe boots and bathroom fan flashing look simple but they’re the source of a huge share of Miami roof leaks because the rubber gasket dries out in the sun and cracks in as little as five years. We install lead or high-grade synthetic boots that outlast the roof itself. If you’re seeing water stains on the ceiling directly under a vent pipe, the flashing is usually the culprit, and the fix is often under $500.
TPO Roofing Installation
TPO Roofing Installation is the installation of a single-ply thermoplastic polyolefin membrane, the most common flat and low-slope roofing material in Miami’s commercial and multi-family market, and it’s increasingly used on residential additions and flat-roof sections. Mercer Roofing Co Miami installs TPO roofing on low-slope residential roof sections throughout Miami, with typical residential TPO installations running $7 to $10 per square foot installed, or roughly $7,000 to $15,000 for a typical flat roof section on a home or duplex. TPO is white, which reflects heat, and it’s welded at the seams with hot air, not glued with adhesives that fail in Miami’s rain.
Seam Welding and Leak Prevention
TPO stands or falls on the quality of the seam welds, because the membrane itself rarely fails, but a cold lap or a contaminated seam will leak within the first year. We probe every seam with a blunt tool after welding to confirm the weld is solid, which is the same seam-inspection technique used on commercial TPO roofs across Doral and Sweetwater. We photograph every seam before and after welding so you have a record of the work.
TPO for Residential Flat Sections
Many Miami homes from the 1950s and 1960s in neighborhoods like Miami Lakes and Pinewood have flat roof sections over carports, additions, or porches that were originally built with tar and gravel. TPO is the modern replacement that actually holds up, and it’s far less expensive than re-framing the roof to add slope. We’ll tell you honestly if your flat section has enough pitch for TPO or if you need a different approach, and the estimate is free either way.
Brands We Service
We install and repair roofs from every major shingle and metal manufacturer, and we carry specific certifications and warranties that only come from training directly with the manufacturers. Our team has installed Atlas StormMaster shingles on dozens of Miami homes because the product is designed specifically for high-wind coastal zones and holds up better to Miami’s summer storms than a standard architectural shingle. If you have an Atlas roof, we know the exact underlayment and nail pattern the Atlas warranty requires, and we install to that standard every time.
We also work extensively with IKO and GAF products, including IKO’s Cambridge architectural line and GAF’s Timberline HDZ series, both of which we’ve installed across Miami Gardens and Fountainebleau through our Roof Installation in Miami Gardens. For metal roofs, we work with standing seam systems from multiple manufacturers and can match your existing panels if a section ever needs replacement. Whether you have IKO, Atlas, GAF, or any other make, we can help, and we’ll tell you honestly if your current roof was installed to the manufacturer’s spec or not.
See the difference
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- Water stains on your ceiling. A brown ring or stain on the ceiling means water is getting through the roof and pooling above the drywall. The longer it sits, the more of the roof deck and insulation it damages, and the repair cost climbs every week. Call us, and we’ll trace the leak to the exact penetration or flashing point.
- Granules in your gutters. Asphalt shingles shed ceramic granules as they age, especially after Miami’s afternoon thunderstorms. A heavy layer of granules at your downspouts means the shingles are losing their UV protection and will soon start curling and cracking. If you see this on a roof older than 15 years, start planning for replacement before the next hurricane season.
- Daylight visible in the attic. If you can see sunlight coming through the roof deck from inside your attic, water can get through those same gaps. Pinholes and cracks in the decking are a sign the roof is beyond patching and the decking itself may need replacement. This is common in Miami homes built before the current code was adopted in 1994.
- Curling or missing shingles after a storm. Shingles that are curling at the edges or that blew off entirely leave the underlayment exposed to Miami’s driving rain. One missing shingle is a repair. Twenty missing shingles and curling across the field is a signal the roof is near the end of its life. We’ll tell you honestly which one you have, and the estimate is free.
- A roof older than 20 years. Most asphalt shingle roofs in Miami last 20 to 25 years maximum, and less if the attic was never ventilated properly. If your roof is over 20 years old, you’re operating on borrowed time, and a full replacement scheduled on your timeline is always cheaper than an emergency replacement after a storm. Schedule a free inspection and we’ll give you a written report with photos.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Free on-site inspection and written estimate. We come out, walk the roof, inspect the decking, flashing, and ventilation, and we take photos of everything we find. You get a written line-item price that breaks out materials, labor, permits, and disposal. The price is the price. We don’t start work until you approve every line.
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Material selection and color confirmation. We bring sample boards and material specifications to your home and walk you through the options for shingle color, metal gauge, or tile profile. You choose based on real samples, not a website photo. We write the exact product names and colors into your contract so there’s no substitution on install day.
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Permit, tear-off, and decking inspection. We pull the permit from Miami-Dade County and schedule the inspection. On the day of install, we tear off the old roof and inspect the decking underneath. If the decking has rot or separation, we show you the damage in person and get your written approval before we replace any plywood.
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Underlayment, flashing, and roof covering installation. We install the underlayment to Miami-Dade hurricane code, photograph it, and then install your shingle, metal, or tile system exactly to manufacturer spec. Every technician on the crew is background-checked and badged, and you’ll know every name before they arrive on your property.
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Final inspection, cleanup, and 365-Day Done Right Promise. We walk the roof with you, inspect the job against the written scope, and clean up every nail, shingle, and scrap from your yard using magnetic sweepers. Your written guarantee and warranty documents are in your hand before we leave. If anything isn’t right within 365 days, we come back and make it right, free.
How Much Does Roof Installation Cost in Miami?
A typical shingle roof installation in Miami runs $8,500 to $14,000 for a standard single-family home, while a standing seam metal roof runs $18,000 to $35,000, and a tile roof runs $18,000 to $45,000 depending on tile type and roof complexity. TPO on a flat residential section runs $7 to $10 per square foot installed. Those prices include tear-off, underlayment, flashing, permits, and disposal, but they shift with the pitch and height of your roof, the condition of the decking, and whether you’re adding ventilation or skylight work. The biggest cost variables are roof size, material choice, and decking condition, which is why a written estimate after an inspection is the only way to know your real number. To avoid overpaying, get the price in writing before any work starts and refuse any contractor who won’t put the line items on paper. Our free estimate includes a full written breakdown, photos of your roof, and a fixed price that doesn’t change without your signed approval. Call (850) 753-2996 to schedule yours, and see our home page for more on how we work.
Our Service Area Near Miami
Mercer Roofing Co Miami installs roofs across Miami-Dade County, from roof installation in Miami Gardens to Tamiami, Doral, West Little River, Miami Lakes, Palmetto Bay, Sunny Isles Beach, Pinewood, Opa-locka, and Sweetwater. We schedule installations throughout the county and we’ll give you a written estimate within 48 hours of your call. If you’re in Fountainebleau or the surrounding area, we cover that side of the county as well.
Serving Miami, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Miami area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions About Roof Installation in Miami
Roof installation is the complete process of installing a new roof system on a home, including tear-off of the old roof, decking repair or replacement, underlayment, flashing, ventilation, and the final roof covering such as shingles, metal, or tile. In Miami, roof installation must meet Miami-Dade County high-velocity hurricane zone building codes. Mercer Roofing Co Miami handles the full process, including pulling permits and scheduling the county inspection. Call (850) 753-2996 for a free written estimate.
A typical shingle roof installation on a single-family Miami home takes one to three days once the permit is approved and materials are delivered. Standing seam metal and tile roofs take three to seven days depending on the roof’s complexity and the tile or panel profile. The permit approval from Miami-Dade County usually takes one to two weeks, and we’ll give you a specific schedule in writing before we start.
A shingle roof installation in Miami typically costs between $8,500 and $14,000, a standing seam metal roof between $18,000 and $35,000, and a tile roof between $18,000 and $45,000 depending on size and material. TPO roof sections run $7 to $10 per square foot installed. Every estimate from Mercer Roofing Co Miami is a written line-item quote, so you know the exact price before any work starts. Call (850) 753-2996 to schedule a free estimate.
Yes, we install and repair roofs from IKO, Atlas, GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, and other major manufacturers, and we know the specific installation requirements each manufacturer demands for warranty coverage. Our team has installed IKO Cambridge and Atlas StormMaster shingles across Miami, and we can tell you if your current roof was installed to the manufacturer’s spec. If you have an existing roof and need a repair, we can match most shingle lines still in production.
For emergency roof repairs and storm damage response, we answer the phone with a live person 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year. A new roof installation is a planned project that requires permits and scheduling, so it isn’t an emergency service, but we can provide temporary protection if your roof is actively leaking and we’ll walk you through the next steps. Call (850) 753-2996 any time, day or night, and you’ll speak to a real person.
Every roof installation from Mercer Roofing Co Miami includes our 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing: if the work isn’t right within a year, we make it right, free. Every repair also carries a written guarantee, and if a repair we made fails, the second visit is free. Your manufacturer’s warranty on the materials is separate and we’ll register it for you and put the documents in your hand before we leave.
Move vehicles out of the driveway and away from the house, remove items from walls and shelves that could shake loose during tear-off, and cover items in the attic to keep out dust. We handle the rest, including protecting your landscaping, setting up tarps, and cleaning the property with magnetic sweepers at the end of every workday. We’ll give you a written preparation checklist before your install date so nothing catches you by surprise.
Schedule Your Roof Installation Service in Miami Today
Call (850) 753-2996 and you’ll get a live person, not a voicemail, and a free written estimate for your roof installation in Miami. We’ll send you the name and photo of the technician before they arrive, and every price goes in writing before a single nail is driven. Founded in 2000 and held to the Threshold Verified standard, Mercer Roofing Co Miami is the call that covers your home and your peace of mind.
Written by Grant Whitlock, Owner at Mercer Roofing Co Miami, serving Miami since 2000.