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Roofing Contractors in Fort Myers, FL
FEMA rates hurricane risk in Lee County Very High. The median home in Fort Myers was built in 2001, so a typical original roof there is now about 25 years old.
Compare the 39 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Fort Myers on their public records: half have been in business 11 years or more and 18 hold a roofing manufacturer certification.
A listing isn't an endorsement. ARCO accredited contractors are marked.
- Contractors in the registry
- 39
- Median years in business
- 11
- Average customer rating
- 4.6 / 5
Profiles with contact details on file
Half have been in business at least this long; 28 with recorded dates
Mean of 20 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded
All 39 roofing contractors in Fort Myers
Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.
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Roofing conditions in Fort Myers
Homes in Fort Myers
- Median year built
- 2001
- Built before 1980
- 24.3%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 49.1%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year.
Severe weather reported in Lee County
- Hail 1 inch or larger
- 5 reports
- Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
- 4 reports
- Tornadoes
- 14 reports
Most recent large hail: June 25, 2025 (1-inch)
Reported to NOAA, July 2021 through June 2026. Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live nearby; most wind speeds are estimated. Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database.
Natural hazard risk in Lee County
- Hail
- Very Low
- Strong wind
- Relatively Moderate
- Tornado
- Relatively Moderate
- Hurricane
- Very High
FEMA National Risk Index ratings compare this county with other U.S. counties. This product uses the Federal Emergency Management Agency's National Risk Index dataset API or downloadable datasets but is not endorsed by FEMA. The Federal Government or FEMA cannot vouch for the data or analyses derived from these data after the data have been retrieved from the Agency's website(s). National Risk Index v1.20.0 (December 2025), retrieved October 15, 2026.
Roof replacement permits in Fort Myers
Permit required
Roof repairs and new roofs both need a permit. On homes valued at $300,000 or more built before March 2002, a reroof must usually include upgraded roof-to-wall connections under a building permit, and a roof inspection affidavit is required before final inspection.
Roofers must register with the city. Roofers must be actively registered with the City of Fort Myers, with current license and insurance on file.
City of Fort Myers: Roofing Trade Permits Checklist
Verified October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
Florida rules that apply
Roofers must hold a Florida license
Florida licenses roofing contractors through the DBPR. A state-certified roofer (license number starting CCC) can work anywhere in Florida; a registered roofer (starting RC) only where they hold local competency. Look up the license number before you sign.
Florida DBPR: Construction Industry Licensing
Verified October 2026
Storm-damage roof contract protections
Roofers can't offer gifts, cash or to waive your deductible for an inspection or insurance claim. After a declared state of emergency, you can cancel a roof contract signed within 180 days of the event, without penalty, within 10 days or before work starts.
Florida Statutes s. 489.147 (Florida Senate)
Verified October 2026
The 25% roof repair rule
If your roof was built or last replaced under the 2007 Florida Building Code or later, repairing or replacing 25% or more of it only requires the repaired part to meet current code, not the whole roof. Older roofs may still need full replacement to current code.
Florida Statutes s. 553.844 (Florida Senate)
Verified October 2026
Hiring a roofer in Fort Myers: common questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Fort Myers?
Yes. Fort Myers requires a permit to replace a roof. Roof repairs and new roofs both need a permit. On homes valued at $300,000 or more built before March 2002, a reroof must usually include upgraded roof-to-wall connections under a building permit, and a roof inspection affidavit is required before final inspection. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
Do roofers need a license in Florida?
Florida licenses roofing contractors through the DBPR. A state-certified roofer (license number starting CCC) can work anywhere in Florida; a registered roofer (starting RC) only where they hold local competency. Look up the license number before you sign. Source: Florida DBPR: Construction Industry Licensing, verified October 2026.
How often is large hail reported around Fort Myers?
NOAA received 5 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Lee County from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on June 25, 2025 (1-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.
How old are homes in Fort Myers?
The median home in Fort Myers was built in 2001, and 24.3% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).
How long have Fort Myers roofing companies been in business?
Half of the 28 Fort Myers contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 11 years or more. 15 have at least 10 years of history and 10 have at least 20. The longest-running is Latite Roofing, at 83 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.
Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Fort Myers roofers hold?
18 of the 39 Fort Myers contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: Owens Corning (12), GAF (7), TAMKO (3), IKO (2), and Malarkey (1). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.
How do Fort Myers roofers rate with customers?
20 of the 39 contractors have public customer ratings, with a median of 4.9 out of 5. 5 have 100 or more reviews. Ratings are combined across review sites and weighted by review count.