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Licensed & Insured · CGC1533024 · CCC1334177
Roof Repair · Sanibel, FL
Sanibel and Captiva are still repairing and rebuilding years after Hurricane Ian, and island properties face stricter codes than the mainland. We repair to current standards, coordinate around causeway access, and give you a written quote before we start.
Factory-certified installer of the systems insurers recognize
Why Repair Timing Matters
Sanibel took a direct hit from Hurricane Ian, and much of the island is still mid-repair. A roof that was patched quickly in the aftermath may not meet current island building codes, and small gaps left from that work widen fast in the heat and humidity that follow every Southwest Florida rainy season.
Sanibel and Captiva enforce stricter wind and flood provisions than mainland Lee County, on top of Florida’s standard 25 percent rule. On a roof permitted before March 2009, repairing more than 25 percent of a section forces that whole section up to current code. SB 4-D exempts roofs permitted from March 2009 onward.
Water intrusion behind lifted flashing or displaced tile follows gravity into the deck, then the ceiling. On an island still recovering from major storm exposure, small unresolved damage is more likely to compound at the next event, not less.
What a Fort Myers inspection can unlock
Is It Time?
If you are seeing any of these on your Sanibel roof, repair is likely the right call.
A single source, not widespread damage across the roof.
Localized damage that has not spread further.
Worth confirming, not assuming.
Younger roofs are almost always better candidates for repair than replacement.
Our inspection confirms whether your roof qualifies for a like-for-like repair.
Not sure which camp you are in? A free inspection gives you a straight answer.
What we actually do
We carry the materials and certifications for every common repair on Sanibel and Captiva properties, including older homes built before the island’s current code. Leak repair starts by tracing the source rather than the symptom. That matters on pre-Ian homes, where corroded flashing around chimneys and skylights is a common culprit.
Wind and storm damage gets repaired quickly, with photo documentation for your insurer when the damage is claim-worthy. Cracked or slipped tile is reset only once the underlayment beneath is confirmed sound. Curling, missing, and impact-damaged shingles are replaced with code-compliant material.
Moisture-compromised decking is replaced, never covered over, and soffit or fascia damage is repaired before an open soffit invites pests or further water intrusion. For active leaks, we tarp immediately and coordinate crew access around causeway timing, so your property is not left exposed longer than necessary.
Every Repair Includes Body
What We Check
Every repair inspection on Sanibel is built to answer the three questions that decide what happens next.
A straight answer on whether the damage is contained enough to repair, or whether the roof has reached the end of its life.
Emergency work done after Ian was often temporary by design. We confirm whether it meets the island's standard today.
Photo documentation of every flagged area, ready to submit for a new or reopened claim.
Why We Are the Right Call
A repair is a smaller invoice than a replacement, which is why some contractors quietly steer you toward the bigger job. If a repair will hold, we say so, and we put it in writing.
On Sanibel that judgement also has to account for the island’s stricter code, and for whatever was patched in a hurry after Ian. We check both before we quote, not after.
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE
Serving Since
Fort Myers, Southwest Florida
Meet the team
"Florida sun, salt air, and 130 mph gusts will find any shortcut you took on a roof. We do not take shortcuts. That is the whole job."
Owner | Florida Roofing and Gutters | Licensed CGC1533024 | CCC1334177
Founded by Tri-Town Construction and based in Fort Myers, our team has protected Southwest Florida homes and businesses for nearly 20 years.
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How A Repair Works
From the first call to the final inspection, you always know what is happening and what comes next.
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A free 12-point inspection, photographed damage, and a written quote, including confirmation of island code requirements.
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Once approved, our own factory-certified crew is scheduled around causeway access timing.
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The repair is completed to code, never by a subcontractor.
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A second inspection confirms the fix, with documentation provided for any Hurricane Ian or ongoing storm claim.
Beat the renewal cycle
If your Sanibel roof was patched quickly after the storm, a free inspection confirms whether it meets today’s standard.
Costs vary with scope, materials, and access. The most reliable way to get an accurate number is a free 12-point inspection and written quote before any work starts.
Yes, in most cases. Sanibel and Captiva enforce wind and flood provisions stricter than mainland Lee County, and we confirm what applies to your property before starting.
Yes. Emergency post-storm patches are often temporary by design. A free inspection tells you whether that patch still meets current code or needs proper repair.
It depends on your policy and claim history. We document current damage clearly, which supports a claim whether it is new or tied to a prior event.
We schedule crew arrival and material delivery around causeway timing as part of normal planning, so it does not add delay to your repair.
Ready to get started?
Tell us a little about your roof and we will be in touch to schedule your inspection, or call us now at 239-966-7663.
Licensed CGC1533024 and CCC1334177 · Locally owned and operated · Nearly 20 years in Southwest Florida
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