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AfterTrusted Roof Replacement & Installation for Fort Myers Homeowners
A full Fort Myers Roof Replacement & Installation typically runs between $11,000 and $28,000 depending on square footage, material choice, and whether your existing roof needs a full tear-off. Most homes in Lee County are done with architectural asphalt shingles, but a growing number of homeowners are switching to metal because of how it handles hurricane season. TruePane Windows & Doors has served this community for over 42 years, and we bring the same standard to your roof that we bring to every window and door we set: if it’s not done right, we make it right. Call (239) 323-5522 for a free estimate. A live person answers, day or night.
Fort Myers roofs take a beating. Between the salt air off the Gulf, the afternoon thunderstorms that roll in from June through September, and the wind gusts that arrive without an invitation, a roof here doesn’t age like a roof in Ohio. That’s the reality we build around. Dale Kessler founded this company on a simple rule he keeps on the whiteboard: if the pane is not true, the job is not done. The same rule applies to every roof we replace. We’re not the cheapest bid in the room, and we won’t pretend to be. We’re the last call you’ll need to make.
We’re located in Fort Myers and our service area covers all of Lee County. You can reach us anytime at (239) 323-5522. No voicemail tree, no callback form, no regional call center. A real person picks up.
Key Takeaways
- A full roof replacement in Fort Myers runs $11,000 to $28,000 for most homes.
- Fort Myers building code requires wind mitigation and specific fastening patterns for roofs in high-velocity hurricane zones.
- TruePane registers both manufacturer warranty layers in writing before the truck leaves your driveway.
- Every roof replacement is covered by the 90-Day Done Right Promise.
- Call (239) 323-5522 for a free estimate. A live person answers 24/7.
What Our Roof Replacement & Installation Service Includes
Roof replacement is not a single task. It’s a sequence of decisions and inspections that determine whether your new roof lasts 12 years or 30. Here’s what we handle, and how we handle it.
Full Roof Tear-Off and Deck Inspection
Before any new roof goes on, the old one has to come off. In Fort Myers, most homes have a single layer of shingles over plywood decking, and that decking is where hidden problems live. We tear off to the deck and inspect every sheet. If we find rot around the eaves, soft spots near the valleys, or water staining from old leaks, we replace the bad wood before a single nail goes into the new roof. You’ll know exactly what we found and what it cost before we proceed, because we don’t hide change orders behind the work.
In neighborhoods like McGregor and Dean Park, where homes were built in the 1960s and 70s, we regularly find decking that’s never been exposed since the original build. That’s normal here. What matters is that we look at it, tell you what’s there, and fix it right.
Underlayment and Flashings
The shingles are what you see, but the underlayment is what keeps the roof dry. Fort Myers code requires a specific underlayment standard for hurricane zones, and we install synthetic underlayment that outperforms felt in humidity and heat. Flashings are the other quiet failure point. Chimneys, skylights, vent pipes, and wall intersections all need metal flashing that’s cut, bent, and sealed correctly. Most roof leaks in Fort Myers start at a flashing point, not a shingle. We flash every penetration with metal, not caulk.
Shingle and Metal Roof Installation
We install architectural asphalt shingles and standing seam metal roofs. Asphalt is the most common choice in Fort Myers, and for good reason: it’s cost-effective, handles wind well when fastened per code, and shakes off our daily sun without much fuss. Metal costs more up front but lasts 40 to 60 years and carries a Class 4 hail rating. We quote both side by side on paper so you can see the real numbers, not a sales pitch. We also follow the manufacturer’s nailing pattern exactly. A shingle nailed in the wrong place voids the wind warranty, and we’ve torn off too many roofs where that’s exactly what happened.
Roof Ventilation
A Fort Myers attic in August without proper ventilation is an oven that bakes your shingles from below and drives your air conditioning bill through the ceiling. We calculate intake and exhaust ventilation based on your attic’s square footage and install ridge vents, soffit vents, and baffles as needed. Proper ventilation extends shingle life and prevents the condensation that rots decking from the inside. It’s not an add-on. It’s part of the job.
Final Inspection and Manufacturer Warranty Registration
Before we leave, we walk the roof with you or your representative and point out what was done. We register both manufacturer warranty layers in writing and hand you the paperwork before the truck pulls out of the driveway. That’s the Keystone Standard. You’ll know exactly what the material warranty covers, what the workmanship warranty covers, and how long each lasts. No fine print that covers neither.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Brands We Service for Roof Replacement & Installation
We work with GAF, Owens Corning, and CertainTeed architectural shingle lines, and we’re an authorized installer for more than a dozen manufacturer lines in the window and door world, including PGT and Mr-Glass. That matters because it means we’re held to installation standards by the people who make the products, not just by our own word.
On the roofing side, we’ve installed hundreds of GAF Timberline roofs in Lee County and we know that line’s nailing requirements and warranty registration process cold. Owens Corning Duration is another line we recommend for coastal homes because of its wind performance. CertainTeed Landmark is a solid mid-range choice that balances cost and durability. We also handle metal roofing systems, including standing seam from multiple manufacturers. Whether you have a specific brand in mind or want a straightforward recommendation, we’ll quote the options side by side so you can compare what you’re actually paying for.
Note: TruePane Windows & Doors is a window and door specialist with deep hurricane-zone expertise. If you’re replacing a roof alongside impact windows or doors, we can coordinate the schedule so the opening work happens in the right order. Call (239) 323-5522 and we’ll walk you through it.
Signs You Need Roof Replacement & Installation Right Now
- Granules in your gutters. If you’re cleaning the gutters and finding piles of dark grit, your shingles are shedding their protective layer. That granule loss accelerates in Fort Myers heat, and it means the shingle’s UV protection is failing. Once it’s gone, the asphalt beneath breaks down fast.
- Curling or buckling shingles. Curling at the edges or buckling across the field means the shingle’s structure is failing, often from heat or trapped moisture. We see it most on west-facing slopes in Fort Myers that take the full afternoon sun. Buckled shingles also break the roof’s wind resistance, which matters in hurricane season.
- Daylight visible in the attic. Go into your attic on a sunny afternoon and turn off the light. If you can see daylight through the roof boards, water can get in. This is common in older Fort Myers homes where decking has warped or gaps have opened at the seams.
- Stains on interior ceilings or walls. A brown stain, even one that’s dry, means water has gotten through. By the time it shows on the drywall, it’s been working through the underlayment and decking for a while. The longer it sits, the more decking rots and the more the repair costs.
- Roof age over 15 years. Most architectural shingle roofs in Fort Myers last 15 to 20 years, not the 25 or 30 the manufacturer lists, because our heat and humidity age shingles faster. If your roof is pushing 15, you’re in the replacement window. Better to plan it than to be forced into it after a tropical storm.
Our Roof Replacement & Installation Process - Step by Step
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Free on-site estimate. We come to your home, measure the roof, inspect the existing installation, and listen to what you’ve been seeing. No charge. Then we hand you a written line-item quote on the spot. You’ll see material costs, labor, decking replacement allowance, ventilation work, and haul-away, all listed separately.
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Material selection and contract. We sit down with you and go through the options: shingle vs. metal, brand choices, color, warranty terms. We quote each side by side. Once you choose, we lock the price. The number on the contract is the number you pay unless we uncover structural damage that requires a change order, and we’ll show you that damage before we touch it.
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Permit pull and scheduling. We pull the permit with Lee County and schedule your start date. Fort Myers requires permits for roof replacement and inspections after the work is done. We handle both. Our team shows up on time, in uniform, background-checked, and ready to go.
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Tear-off, deck repair, and installation. We protect your landscaping and your driveway, tear off the old roof, repair any bad decking, install new underlayment and flashings, and then set the new roof. Most Fort Myers roof replacements take 2 to 4 days on site depending on the home’s size and the decking condition.
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Inspection, cleanup, and warranty registration. We walk the site with you, run a magnetic sweep for nails, confirm the roof passed inspection, and hand you your warranty paperwork with both layers registered in writing. Then we call you a week later to check in. The 90-Day Done Right Promise covers you. If it’s not right, we make it right, no arguing.
How Much Does Roof Replacement & Installation Cost in Fort Myers?
A typical Roof Replacement & Installation - Cape Coral job runs between $11,000 and $28,000. The most common job is a single-story 1,800 to 2,400 square foot home with architectural asphalt shingles, and that lands between $13,000 and $20,000. Metal roofs run higher, typically $22,000 to $35,000 for the same footprint, but they last two to three times as long and lower your cooling load in a Fort Myers summer. These are real numbers from jobs we’ve done in Lee County, not national averages.
What moves the price: roof pitch (steeper roofs cost more because they’re slower and more dangerous to work), decking condition (if we have to replace half the plywood, that’s a line item), the number of penetrations (chimneys, skylights, vents all add flashing work), and whether we’re tearing off one layer or two. The best way to avoid overpaying is to get a line-item quote that separates each cost so you can see what you’re buying. Our free estimates come that way. No lump sums, no hidden numbers, no change orders unless we show you the problem first. Call (239) 323-5522 and we’ll give you numbers on paper.
Roof Replacement & Installation Near Fort Myers - Our Service Area
We’re based in Fort Myers and we serve all of Lee County and the surrounding areas. That includes Roof Replacement & Installation in Cape Coral, Roof Replacement & Installation in Lehigh Acres, North Fort Myers, Estero, Bonita Springs, Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, San Carlos Park, Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, and Cypress Lake. Most estimates within Fort Myers can be scheduled within the week. For our full window and door work, start at our home page. Call (239) 323-5522 and we’ll tell you exactly when we can be at your door.
Serving Fort Myers, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Fort Myers 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 - Roof Replacement & Installation in Fort Myers
Roof replacement means tearing off the existing roof down to the decking and installing a new roofing system: underlayment, flashings, ventilation, and shingles or metal. A roof needs replacement when it’s over 15 years old in Fort Myers, when shingles are curling or shedding granules, when decking is rotting, or when leaks keep coming back after repairs. Replacement costs more than repair up front, but it’s the only way to fix a roof that’s reached the end of its service life. Call (239) 323-5522 and we’ll tell you honestly which one you need.
Most Fort Myers roof replacements take 2 to 4 days on site for a single-family home, depending on square footage, roof pitch, and how much decking needs replacing. The full process, including permit approval and the final Lee County inspection, typically runs 1 to 2 weeks from contract to done. Weather delays happen, especially during our summer afternoon storms, and we build that into the schedule. We’ll give you a written timeline before we start.
A typical Fort Myers roof replacement runs $11,000 to $28,000, with most asphalt shingle roofs on single-story homes landing between $13,000 and $20,000, and we also provide our Roof Replacement & Installation in Lehigh Acres. Metal roofs run $22,000 to $35,000 for comparable footprints. Your exact cost depends on square footage, pitch, decking condition, and material choice. Our estimates are free, written, and line-itemed. Call (239) 323-5522 for exact numbers.
We install GAF, Owens Corning, and CertainTeed shingle lines, plus standing seam metal roofing from multiple manufacturers. We quote brands side by side on paper so you can see the price difference and what each warranty covers. On the window and door side, we’re an authorized installer for PGT, Mr-Glass, and more than a dozen other manufacturer lines. Call (239) 323-5522 and we’ll walk you through the options.
Yes. If a storm has torn shingles off or water is coming into your home, call (239) 323-5522 and a live person will answer, 24 hours a day. We’ll tell you what to do to limit the damage and we’ll get a crew out as soon as possible. For homes that need a full replacement right away, we’ll work with your insurer and get the paperwork moving. We’ve done it for years in Fort Myers.
Every roof we install comes with two warranty layers: the manufacturer’s material warranty and our workmanship warranty, and we register both in writing before the truck leaves your driveway. That’s the Keystone Standard. You’ll get a document stating exactly what’s covered, for how long, and by whom. On top of that, every job carries the 90-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not right, we make it right, no paperwork fights and no arguing.
Clear the driveway so we can stage materials, move vehicles away from the work zone, and take down anything fragile on interior walls because hammering sends vibration through the house. Cover items in the attic with a sheet if you’re concerned about dust. We’ll protect your landscaping with tarps and walk the property with you before we start. A week out we’ll send you a checklist so nothing gets missed.
Schedule Your Roof Replacement & Installation Service in Fort Myers Today
Call (239) 323-5522 and you’ll get a live person, not a recording. We’ll schedule your free estimate, measure your roof, and hand you a written quote on the spot. No pressure, no obligation, and no surprise line items later. We’ve served Fort Myers for over 42 years, and we plan to be here in thirty more. If the roof is not true, the job is not done. Let’s get it done right.
Written by Dale Kessler, Owner at TruePane Windows & Doors, serving Fort Myers since 2008.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose TruePane Windows & Doors
Impact systems engineered to design pressures up to +/-100, matched to your wind zone - your openings hold when the storm arrives.
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Monitoring services run $30-90 a month. Laminated impact glass resists forced entry around the clock, with no subscription.
Florida homeowners average around 25% savings on the windstorm portion of their policy after protecting every opening - some homes qualify for more.
A full impact package upgrades curb appeal, buyer confidence and appraised value in one project.