Roofing Guide

Roof Replacement, from the deck up.

A complete tear-off and a brand-new, hurricane-rated roof system: permitted, inspected, and backed by our workmanship warranty.

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South Florida home with a new terracotta tile roof and palm trees
HVHZ-rated
Miami-Dade NOA verified
ScopeFull tear-off to the deck
Timeline4–6 weeks, permit to final
On the roofUsually 1–3 days
WarrantyLifetime workmanship on most installs
Roof replacement: the old roof comes off to the deck, then the deck, underlayment, and new roof go back on 1 · DECK 2 · UNDERLAYMENT 3 · NEW ROOF BUILT BACK UP, LAYER BY LAYER Full tear-off to the deck. Nothing is buried under the new roof.

How it works

Every layer, done right.

  1. 1

    Full tear-off. Every layer of old material comes off down to the deck. We never roof over an old roof.

  2. 2

    Deck inspection. Every sheet of plywood is checked by hand, and soft or rotted panels are replaced.

  3. 3

    HVHZ-rated system. Self-adhered underlayment and your new shingle, tile, or metal roof. Every layer Miami-Dade NOA approved.

The good stuff

Why homeowners replace with Haven

A closed permit, every time

We pull the permit, schedule every inspection, and hand you a closed permit. No open permits left on your title.

Insurance savings

After the job closes we coordinate a wind mitigation inspection. A new HVHZ-rated roof can meaningfully lower your premium.

Built to last

Most installs carry a lifetime workmanship warranty, backed by our dedicated crews.

Tile roof being torn off a South Florida home before replacement
Trapped moisture under an old roof rots a deck from the inside. That's why every replacement starts with a full tear-off.

Where it shines

Time to replace when…

The roof is past its rated lifeRot in several deck areasWidespread storm damageRepairs keep repeatingBuying or selling a homeInsurance renewal issues

If your roof is under 15 years old and the deck is solid, a targeted repair may be all you need, and we'll tell you so. When the system is past its life or the deck shows widespread rot, replacement is the better investment.

Choosing

Shingles, or tile and metal?

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Shingles

  • 130–150 mph NOA-rated lines
  • 25–30 year lifespan
  • Lower entry cost
  • Widely accepted by HOAs
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Tile or Metal

  • 150–180+ mph ratings
  • 40–50+ year lifespan
  • Higher cost, better long-term value
  • Best insurance treatment
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Questions

Good questions, straight answers.

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Most roof replacements in Miami-Dade go from permit application to final inspection in 4 to 6 weeks. The permit review itself takes 5 to 10 business days, and tear-off and install on a standard home usually wraps in 1 to 3 days.

HVHZ stands for High Velocity Hurricane Zone. Miami-Dade and Broward counties are designated HVHZ under the Florida Building Code, so every product in the roof (underlayment, shingles, tile, metal, fasteners, and adhesives) must carry a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA) or Florida Product Approval.

Yes, if the damage was caused by a covered event like a hurricane or windstorm. Documentation matters more than ever, so Haven photographs every layer of damage (deck, underlayment, and surface) before filing.

Yes. Roof replacement is a permitted scope of work in every city in Miami-Dade and Broward. Haven pulls the permit on your behalf, files all required documents, and closes it out at the end of the job.

Free estimate

Let's talk about your roof.

A Haven estimator inspects the roof surface and the deck underneath, confirms your wind zone, and gives you an honest recommendation with itemized pricing. No cost, no pressure.

  • Permits and inspection handled for you
  • Dedicated, long-tenured install crews
  • Financing available
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General information based on current Florida Building Code requirements and Haven's field experience. Product approvals, sizes, costs, and timelines vary by home and municipality. Your free estimate confirms the details for your project. Verify any contractor's license at myfloridalicense.com.