Standing seam & metal shingle roofs
Metal Roof Installation in The Villages, FL
Metal roof installation with NB Roofs covers the whole roof system: tear-off, deck repairs, underlayment, flashing, trim and either standing seam panels or metal shingles, fastened the way the system's Florida approval requires. NB Roofs is a locally owned State Certified Roofing Contractor (License CCC1328686) serving The Villages and six Central Florida counties.
- State Certified Contractor
- Locally Owned
- Financing
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What we do
Metal Roofing Services: Installation, Replacement and Repair
NB Roofs installs new metal roofs, switches homes from shingles to metal, and repairs existing metal roofs for homeowners in The Villages and across Central Florida.
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Metal Roof Installation
Metal roof installation covers the full roof system: the deck, underlayment, trim, flashing and panels. Each part comes from the same approved system, so the panels can be fastened the way that approval and the Florida Building Code require.
- Standing seam panels or metal shingles
- Trim and flashing matched to the panel system
- Final check and cleanup of metal scraps
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Metal Roof Replacement
A metal roof replacement takes off the old roof, shingle or worn metal, so the deck can be checked and repaired before the new metal roof goes on. Many homeowners make the switch from shingles to metal at replacement time.
- Tear-off down to the roof deck
- Decking replaced where it is soft or damaged
- Help choosing a panel style and color
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Metal Roof Repair and Maintenance
Metal roof repair covers backed-out fasteners, worn washers and sealant, loose trim, damaged flashing and storm damage. Catching these early keeps water from reaching the decking under the panels.
- Find where water gets in, not just where it shows
- Fasteners, seams and flashing checked
- Straight advice when a repair stops making sense
What a metal roof inspection looks at
- Fasteners and seams: backed-out screws, worn washers, and seams or clips that have shifted.
- Finish and cut edges: scratches, chalking and rust spots, often where panels were cut.
- Flashing and trim: sealant at pipe boots and walls, ridge cap and edge trim, and debris in valleys.
Metal roofing terms
- Standing seam
- Panels joined at raised seams, with fasteners hidden under them
- Clip
- A hidden bracket that holds a standing seam panel to the deck
- Exposed fastener
- A panel screwed through its face with a sealing washer
- Gauge
- Metal thickness; a lower gauge number means thicker metal
- Finish
- The factory coating that gives the panel its color
- Ridge cap
- The trim that covers the peak where two slopes meet
NB Roofs services
Our Roofing Services
Roofing services for homeowners in The Villages, Leesburg and across Central Florida.
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Roof Replacements
Full tear-off and a new roof system.
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Shingle Roofs
Shingle roof installation, replacement and repair.
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Metal Roofing
Metal roofs for Central Florida homes.
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Flat Roofs
Flat and low-slope roof services.
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Leak Repair
Find the source of a leak and fix it.
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Storm Damage
Roof repair after wind and storm damage.
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Roof Coating
A protective coating for a roof that is still sound.
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Solar Vents
Solar-powered attic ventilation.
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Standing seam and other options
What is a standing seam metal roof?
A standing seam metal roof is made of long metal panels that run from the ridge to the eave and lock together at raised seams. The clips or fasteners sit under the seams, out of the weather, which is the main difference from exposed-fastener panels screwed through their face.
Standing seam metal roofs
Long panels with raised, locked seams and hidden clips. The fastening sits under the seams, so there are fewer screw heads exposed to sun and rain.
Metal shingles
Smaller interlocking metal pieces laid in overlapping rows, for a layered look closer to a traditional shingle roof.
Exposed-fastener panels
Ribbed panels screwed through the face with sealing washers. The screws and washers need checking over the life of the roof.
Trim, flashing and underlayment
Ridge caps, edge trim, flashing and underlayment are part of the approved system and are matched to the panels you choose.
Installation details
How is a metal roof installed?
A metal roof is installed from the edges in: trim and valley flashing go on first, then the panels are fastened with the clip spacing and screw pattern the approved system calls for, and the ridge and roof openings are closed last.
Measure each roof section
Standing seam panels run in one piece from ridge to eave, so each section of the roof is measured for panel length.
Tear off and check the deck
The old roof comes off and soft or damaged decking is replaced, so the panels have a flat, solid base.
Underlayment for metal
The underlayment goes on as the panel manufacturer specifies. Metal panels get hot in the Florida sun, and many systems call for a high-temperature underlayment.
Edge trim and valley flashing
Drip edge, rake trim and valley flashing are installed before the panels, so each panel laps over them and sheds water.
Panels, clips and seams
Panels are fastened with the clip spacing or screw pattern in the system's approval, and the seams are locked together.
Ridge, openings and cleanup
Ridge cap and flashing around pipes and vents close the roof. Metal shavings are swept off, because left on the panels they can rust and stain the finish.
Metal roof lifespan
How long does a metal roof last in Florida?
InterNACHI's life expectancy chart lists 40 to 80 years for metal roofing as a guideline. In Central Florida, where a metal roof falls in that range depends on the finish, the fasteners and seams, and how the roof is kept up after storms. Each manufacturer also publishes the expected life of its own system.
Finish and coating
The factory finish protects the metal from sun and moisture. Scratches and cut edges are where rust usually starts, so they are sealed or touched up as the manufacturer directs.
Fasteners and seams
Hidden clips on standing seam roofs stay out of the weather. Exposed screws have rubber washers that wear with sun and heat, and they are checked and replaced over the life of the roof.
Storms and upkeep
Debris in valleys, bent trim and loose flashing after a storm let water in under sound panels. A check after a major storm keeps small problems small. See storm damage roof repair.
Why NB Roofs
Why choose NB Roofs for a metal roof?
Nieves & Baker Roofing is a locally owned roofing company with its office in Leesburg, a short drive from The Villages.
State Certified Roofing Contractor
Florida license #CCC1328686, which you can look up on the Florida DBPR license search.
Owners in the trade since 2000
The owners have worked in the roofing trade since 2000, and the NB Roofs office was established in 2019.
Local office in Leesburg
The office at 1014 W Dixie Ave serves The Villages and six Central Florida counties.
Starting estimate online
The online estimate tool on this page gives a starting figure, and the final price follows an on-site roof assessment.
Financing available
Financing through Hearth can help spread out the cost of a new roof. View financing.
More than metal
NB Roofs also installs shingle roofs and flat roofs, so you can compare options with one contractor.
Cost and value
How much does a metal roof cost in Florida?
The cost of a metal roof in Florida depends on the roof's size, pitch and layout, the type of metal roof, the panel gauge and finish, tear-off and deck repairs, and the trim and flashing details. NB Roofs prices each metal roof after an on-site roof assessment.
Financing is available, and the online estimate tool gives a quick starting point. Comparing metal with shingles? Read metal roof vs shingles in Florida.
What affects the cost of a metal roof?
- Roof sizeThe total area of the roof.
- Pitch and layoutSteep slopes, valleys and extra roof sections.
- Metal roof typeStanding seam panels or metal shingles.
- Gauge and finishPanel thickness, coating and color.
- Tear-off and deckRemoving the old roof and repairing damaged decking.
- Trim and detailsRidge caps, edge trim, flashing, skylights and vents.
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Questions
Metal Roof Questions from The Villages Homeowners
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Is a metal roof good for hurricanes in Florida?
A metal roof holds up to hurricane winds when the panel system is approved for the wind pressure on your home and is installed exactly as that approval says: clip spacing, fastener type and edge trim. Wind pressure is highest at the edges, corners and ridge, so those details matter most. Approved systems are listed on Florida's product approval system.
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What color metal roof is best in Florida?
Lighter colors and reflective finishes absorb less sun than dark colors, so they help keep attic heat down in Florida summers. In The Villages, the color also has to suit your district's Architectural Review Manual. See roofing in The Villages for local approval steps.
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Does a metal roof lower your insurance in Florida?
A metal roof can lower your premium when it helps the home qualify for wind mitigation credits. Florida law (Section 627.0629) requires insurers to offer credits for features that reduce windstorm losses, and the wind mitigation inspection records whether the roof covering meets the Florida Building Code. The savings depend on your insurer, so ask your agent.
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Is a metal roof louder in the rain?
Usually not by much on a home. The panels go over solid decking, underlayment and an attic, which soften the sound of rain. Metal roofs on open-frame buildings without decking, such as barns, are the ones known for rain noise.
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Does a metal roof need maintenance?
Yes, a little. Check it once a year and after major storms for debris in valleys and gutters, loose trim, worn sealant at pipe boots and, on exposed-fastener roofs, backed-out screws. Call NB Roofs at (352) 269-2157 to schedule a metal roof inspection or repair.
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Who installs metal roofs in The Villages, FL?
Nieves & Baker Roofing (NB Roofs) installs, replaces and repairs metal roofs in The Villages, FL, including standing seam metal roofs and metal shingles, and serves Sumter, Lake, Marion, Citrus, Hernando and Levy counties. NB Roofs is a locally owned State Certified Roofing Contractor (License #CCC1328686). Call (352) 269-2157 to schedule a roof assessment.
Information on this page is provided by Nieves & Baker Roofing, LLC, State Certified Roofing Contractor, License #CCC1328686. Last updated:
Talk with the NB Roofs Office
Call the us at (352) 269-2157, Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, or request a roof assessment online and the office will reach out to set a time.