Asphalt Shingle Roofing in Central Florida
The most popular Central Florida roofing choice — 130+ mph wind rated and warranted up to 50 years.
Architectural Shingle Roofing for Central Florida Homes
Architectural asphalt shingles are the most popular roofing material in Central Florida — and for good reason. They offer the best balance of cost, durability, storm resistance, and curb appeal of any roofing system available for residential homes. Sun State Solar and Roofing installs premium architectural shingles rated for 130+ mph winds with manufacturer warranties up to 50 years, on homes across Seminole, Orange, Volusia, and Lake counties.
Modern architectural (or "dimensional") shingles use multiple laminated layers that mimic the look of wood shake or slate, but at a fraction of the cost and weight. Algae-resistant top layers prevent the dark streaks that used to appear on Florida roofs after a few years. And the wind ratings on today's premium shingles stand up to anything short of a major hurricane.
Joe McKenna personally manages every shingle reroof we do. You get direct phone access, photo updates at every stage, and meticulous job-site cleanup — including magnetic nail sweeps and landscape protection that our customers consistently call out in reviews.
What's Included in a Sun State Shingle Reroof
- Complete tear-off of existing roofing down to deck
- Decking inspection and replacement of any rotted or damaged plywood
- Synthetic underlayment (upgraded over standard felt)
- Premium ice-and-water shield in valleys and around penetrations
- New metal drip edge on all eaves and rakes
- New step flashing, valley flashing, and pipe boots
- Premium architectural shingles (130+ mph rated, manufacturer warranty 30-50 years)
- Ridge ventilation and ridge cap shingles
- Magnetic nail sweep, landscape protection, full debris removal
- Final walk-around and written warranty documentation
Our Process
Every shingle reroof follows the same proven process — designed to minimize disruption to your home and deliver a roof that holds up:
- Free on-site estimate. Joe or a senior team member climbs the roof, documents the existing condition with photos, and provides a written quote with detailed scope.
- Material selection. We walk you through shingle color and product options — manufacturer samples on-site so you can see what they look like in your home's actual lighting.
- Schedule and prep. Permits pulled, dumpster delivered, landscape protection installed before any tear-off starts.
- Tear-off and decking inspection. Existing roof removed; decking inspected and any damaged plywood replaced.
- Install. Underlayment, ice-and-water shield, drip edge, flashing, shingles, ridge cap — all installed to manufacturer spec.
- Cleanup and final walk. Magnetic nail sweep around the entire perimeter, debris hauled, final walk with you before we leave.
Why Central Florida Homeowners Pick Sun State
- Direct line to Joe — owner-operator on every project
- Photo updates at every stage of the install
- Premium 130+ mph rated architectural shingles only
- Insurance claims handled end-to-end
- Magnetic nail sweep and landscape protection on every job
- Workmanship warranty backed by a state-certified contractor
Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement and New Installation
Most of our shingle work is asphalt shingle roof replacement: tearing off a roof that has reached the end of its 20-25 years and putting on a new one. The same system goes on new construction and additions, where an asphalt shingle roof installation is scheduled around the builder. The full process is on our roof replacement and roof installation pages.
Asphalt roofing in Central Florida is the value choice: most reroofs run $9,000-$18,000 and finish in 1-2 days. If you plan to stay in the home for decades, compare it against metal roofing, which costs more upfront but lasts 50+ years. If only part of the roof is damaged, a color-matched shingle repair may be all you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
They balance cost, durability, and storm resistance better than any other Florida-suitable material. Modern architectural shingles carry 130+ mph wind ratings, 30-50 year manufacturer warranties, and look great on virtually every home style.
Florida building code requires shingles rated to the wind zone of your county. We install 130+ mph rated architectural shingles as our standard, and higher ratings on coastal projects.
Properly installed architectural shingles last 20-25 years in Central Florida. The harsh sun and humidity shorten northern lifespans, but modern algae-resistant shingles hold up well.
Most Central Florida shingle reroofs run $9,000-$18,000 for a typical single-family home. Pricing depends on roof size, slope, decking condition, and removal needs.
For partial repairs we color-match as closely as possible, but exact matching on weathered shingles is rarely perfect. We will show you the options before proceeding.
Most asphalt shingle reroofs are completed in 1-2 days, including tear-off, decking inspection, underlayment, and finished install.
Of the roofs that make sense on a Florida home, asphalt shingle is the least expensive. Most Central Florida reroofs run $9,000-$18,000, against $20,000-$45,000 for metal and $25,000-$55,000 for tile. Cheapest upfront isn't always cheapest overall, though: shingle lasts 20-25 years here, while metal and tile last 50+.
Shingles are sold by the square, which covers 100 square feet of roof, and architectural shingles usually come three bundles to a square. A 1,000 sq ft house has more than 1,000 sq ft of roof once pitch and overhangs are counted, plus waste for cuts, hips and ridges. We measure the roof itself before ordering.
"The level of professionalism and care that Joe McKenna and his team provided me was extraordinary! I know my roof install was done properly and will last me for many years to come. If I ever have the need for roof repair or replacement again, I know I will call Sun State Solar and Roofing first!"
"Joe is very helpful and knowledgeable about his business."
"Sun State Solar and Roofing made the entire roofing replacement process incredibly smooth and stress-free. They handled everything — inspections, insurance, and all the details. They sent pictures at each stage and kept me updated on every step, which gave me peace of mind. If you're in Central Florida and looking for top-notch roofing, I highly recommend them."