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Roofing Contractor in Tampa FL | Red Truck Roofing | GAF Master Elite, BBB A+ Rated, USA Today's #3 Roofer in America, 6,000+ Tampa Bay Roofs Since 2020

6,000+ Tampa Bay roofs since 2020. Yours is next.

A roofing contractor in Tampa FL is a state licensed roofer who replaces, repairs and installs roofs on homes, apartment communities and commercial buildings across Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco counties.

Red Truck Roofing  (FL License CCC1332514) has done exactly that for more than 6,000 Tampa Bay customers since March 2020, on every roof system sold in Florida.

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Roofer in Bradenton FL | Red Truck Roofing | GAF Master Elite , BBB A+ , Manatee County Registered , 4.8 Stars Across 262 Google Reviews

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A roofer in Bradenton FL is a Florida licensed roofing contractor who replaces, repairs and inspects roofs on homes and buildings in Bradenton, Palma Sola, Bayshore Gardens, Palmetto and the Manatee County communities along the Manatee River and Sarasota Bay.

Red Truck Roofing (FL License CCC1332514) has serviced more than 6,000 roofs across Tampa Bay since March 2020, and Manatee is one of the five counties where we hold a registration. We pull permits with the City of Bradenton and with Manatee County, and we run crews south over the Skyway every week.

Phones are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, because a leak over the lanai in a July thunderstorm does not wait for Monday morning.

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What Bradenton Homeowners Say About Red Truck Roofing: 4.8 Stars Across 262 Google Reviews

Red Truck Roofing holds a 4.8 star rating across 262 Google reviews, and 244 of those reviews are five stars.

Read them and the same things come up again and again: the roof was finished in one day, the yard was swept with a magnet, the insurance file was handled by a person with a name, and the roof held through Helene and Milton.

4.8 Google Rating
244 5-Star Google Reviews
Top 2% GAF Master Elite® · President's Club
A+ BBB Accredited · Lic. CCC1332514

What Bradenton Homeowners Mention Most

Consistent takeaways across our 262 Google reviews

  • Roof finished in one day
  • Zero nails or debris left behind
  • Pool and landscaping protected
  • Insurance claims guided expertly
  • Milton storm damage repaired
  • Trusted local communication

What Bradenton Neighbors Found When They Called

Verified feedback from property owners across Bradenton and Manatee County

  • ★★★★★

    “Of the seven local roofing companies that we engaged and considered, Red Truck Roofing kept rising to the top in each category. We met with Cory C. from Red Truck Roofing. The quoted cost was very competitive with quotes that we received from other potential companies.”

    Alfresco 5 stars, Google review
  • ★★★★★

    “Thank you for replacing my roof a few years ago, it took Milton on like a champ! The palm trees, not so much!”

    Luci Joy 5 stars, Google review
  • ★★★★★

    “Re-roof 2 days before hurricanes Helene and Milton. NO LEAKS, GOOD JOB.”

    Greg Moore 5 stars, Google review

What People Say About the Crew and the Cleanup

Speed, precision magnet sweeps, and jobsite protection

  • ★★★★★

    “The crews were friendly and hard working and did a great job of cleaning up when they were done. They put tarps all the way around the house to catch anything coming off the roof. They showed up early and worked late.”

    Michael Atherton 5 stars, Google review
  • ★★★★★

    “Red Truck Roofing put a new asphalt shingle roof on in February using our insurance payout due to hurricane damage. First roofer I’ve had that didn’t leave nails and pieces of shingles in the yard.”

    Laurel Graham 5 stars, Google review
  • ★★★★★

    “They were on time to install my roof, finished in one day! The bushes were covered and everything was cleaned up would not even know it had been done.”

    Christy purdy 5 stars, Google review

What People Say About the Insurance Claim

Navigating carrier adjusters and storm recovery smoothly

  • ★★★★★

    “Our roof was extensively damaged during TS Debby, and then Helene and Milton came through. Sarah from Red Truck Roofing was a gem, she helped my wife and I through the entire process, and even offered to help us with working through other issues related to our insurance claims. New roof was installed in a day, and it looks amazing!”

    Jason Druding 5 stars, Google review
  • ★★★★★

    “Will Scwartz was the rep I I worked with and he stayed in touch with me about everything. He answered all of my question and returned every message. He kept me in the loop. They walked me through my steps and worked with the insurance company.”

    Danielle Smith 5 stars, Google review

The Credentials Behind Every Red Truck Roofing Estimate in Bradenton (Numbers, Not Adjectives)

Red Truck Roofing carries the credentials most roofing contractors in Bradenton FL cannot match, and every one of them can be checked by a stranger with a phone:

  • Florida Certified Roofing Contractor CCC1332514 and Certified Building Contractor CBC1259162, both issued by the Florida DBPR and searchable at MyFloridaLicense.com, with county registrations in Manatee, Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Hernando

  • GAF Master Elite, held by roughly 2 percent of roofers in North America, plus GAF President’s Club and the GAF Triple Excellence Award

  • Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, Polyglass Preferred Contractor, Tamko Pro Certified, IKO Roof Pro and Mule-Hide commercial contractor

  • BBB A+ rating, accredited since June 18, 2020

  • USA Today’s #3 roofing contractor in the country for 2024 and Tampa Bay Times People’s Choice Best Roofer 2022

  • 1,447 permitted projects on public record, 827 of them in the last three years

  • FRSA member, the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association that helps write the roofing sections of the Florida Building Code

How to Reach a Bradenton Roofer at 2am , and What Happens After You Call

Call (813) 733-8725 or request a free roof inspection online. Phones are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A project manager calls you back the same day, walks the roof, photographs every issue and hands you the photos whether you hire us or not.

01 Live dispatch answers 24/7/365 — no automated answering services.
02 A dedicated PM calls you back same day and conducts a full rooftop & attic survey.
03 You receive every inspection photo and a line-item quote whether you hire us or not.
Licensed & Insured CCC1332514 BBB A+ Accredited GAF Master Elite (Top 2%) 4.8 ★ Google Verified (262 Reviews)

Every Roof System on a Bradenton Home, From a 1950s West Bradenton Ranch to a Palma Sola Bayfront Estate, Installed by Crews Certified on It

Red Truck Roofing installs shingle, metal, stone coated steel, concrete and clay tile, composite and flat roofs across Bradenton and Manatee County.

The housing stock here spans a century: 1920s and 1930s bungalows in Point Pleasant, Wares Creek and the Village of the Arts, 1950s through 1970s block ranch homes in West Bradenton and Bayshore Gardens, tile roofed Mediterranean homes in Palma Sola, and new construction in Harbour Isle, The Inlets and Lakewood Ranch. Each one needs a different roof, and a 1950s truss cannot carry every roof on this table.

Roof System
Where It Fits in Bradenton
Typical Lifespan Here
Products We Install
Architectural shingle
Most block ranch homes in West Bradenton, Bayshore Gardens and the 1970s subdivisions off Cortez Road
20 to 25 years
GAF Timberline HDZ, Owens Corning Duration, Tamko Heritage, IKO Dynasty
Standing seam and 5V metal
Palma Sola, Harbour Isle, Cortez and the bungalows near the Riverwalk, anywhere within a mile of the bay
40 to 60 years
24 and 26 gauge Galvalume, painted steel, aluminum near salt water
Stone coated metal
Owners who want a tile or shake look at a fraction of the weight on an older truss
40 to 50 years
Tilcor, Decra, Unified Steel, Roser
Composite (synthetic slate and shake)
Slate or cedar look on Riverview Boulevard and Point Pleasant homes without the weight or upkeep
50 years plus
Brava
Concrete and clay tile
Mediterranean style homes in Palma Sola, The Inlets, Lakewood Ranch and Tara
50 years plus
Eagle, Boral, Ludowici clay, glazed tile
Flat and low slope
Lanai and carport roofs, condo buildings, downtown and U.S. 41 commercial
15 to 30 years
Polyglass modified bitumen, TPO, PVC, Mule-Hide

Why Roofs Fail in Bradenton Faster Than the Number on the Shingle Wrapper

Roofs in Bradenton fail from a combination of ultraviolet exposure, daily summer thunderstorms, tropical wind events and, west of 75th Street, salt air off Palma Sola Bay and the Gulf. The lifespan printed on the bundle was tested in a lab, not on a bayfront lot in August.

The Four Forces Working Against a Bradenton Roof

  • Wind

    Bradenton sits in a 140 to 160 mph ultimate design wind speed zone under the 2023 Florida Building Code, and everything within a mile of the bay or the Manatee River is in the wind borne debris region. Milton’s 102 mph gust at the airport found every shingle nailed with four nails instead of six.

  • Heat and UV

    Manatee County gets more than 240 days of sun a year. Shingles shed their protective granules faster here than in the northern states where they are rated, which is why a 30 year shingle typically delivers 20 to 25 years on a West Bradenton ranch home.

  • Rain and Humidity

    Summer afternoons drop an inch of rain in twenty minutes. Water finds every lifted shingle, cracked pipe boot and unsealed flashing, and the low slope lanai roofs on 1960s Bayshore Gardens homes hold water longer than a main roof does. Algae grows on north facing slopes and holds moisture against the shingle mat.

  • Salt Air

    Palma Sola, Cortez, Harbour Isle and the bungalows along the Manatee River sit in salt air year round. Salt corrodes galvanized nails, drip edge and vent stacks from the inside out. Near the water we specify aluminum or coated metal and stainless fasteners, and we inspect flashing every two years instead of every five.

Granules in the Gutter, Stains on the Ceiling: Nine Signs Your Bradenton Roof Is Asking for Help

A roof inspection is the only way to know a roof’s condition for certain, but these are the signs Bradenton homeowners can spot from the ground or the attic. Two or more means call for a free inspection before the next storm.

  1. Shingle granules collecting in gutters or at the bottom of downspouts

  2. Shingles curling at the edges, cupping, or missing after a storm

  3. Dark streaks or green growth on the roof surface, especially on the shaded north slope

  4. Ceiling stains, bubbling paint or a musty smell in the attic after rain

  5. Daylight showing through the roof boards from inside the attic

  6. Sagging along the ridge or between rafters on an older truss

  7. Rust on metal flashing, drip edge or roof vents, which shows up early near the bay

  8. Cracked or slipped tiles, or exposed underlayment where tiles once sat

  9. An insurance carrier asking for a roof inspection or four point inspection before renewal

Why We Tell Some Bradenton Homeowners to Get a Repair Instead of a New Roof

The choice between roof repair and roof replacement in Bradenton comes down to three facts: when the roof was permitted, how much of it is damaged, and how many years of life remain. Red Truck Roofing walks every customer through those three facts before recommending anything, and sometimes the honest answer is a $900 repair.

Factor
Repair Makes Sense
Replacement Makes Sense
Permit date
Repair makes sense Roof permitted after March 1, 2009 (2007 FBC or later)
Replacement makes sense Roof predates the 2007 code and more than 25 percent of a section is damaged
Roof age
Repair makes sense Shingle under 12 years, tile under 30, metal under 30
Replacement makes sense Shingle over 18 years, multiple layers, or widespread granule loss
Damage pattern
Repair makes sense One slope, one flashing, one pipe boot or a few tiles
Replacement makes sense Damage on multiple slopes or a leak that has reached the decking
Insurance position
Repair makes sense Carrier will renew with a repair and an inspection report
Replacement makes sense Carrier is requiring replacement to bind or renew the policy
Cost math
Repair makes sense Repair under 20 percent of replacement cost
Replacement makes sense Repair costs would repeat within two years

★★★★★

“She asked if they would come and address the issue. They did so and without even an appointment or charge!”

Carey Sumner · 5 stars · Google review

What a New Roof Actually Costs in Bradenton in 2026, Line by Line, No Lump Sums

Roof replacement in Bradenton runs from about $6,000 for a small shingle roof to $55,000 or more for high end tile and standing seam metal, based on Red Truck Roofing’s 2026 Tampa Bay estimates.

Roof Type Typical Bradenton Installed Range What Moves the Price
Asphalt shingle $5,000 to $32,000 Roof size, pitch, decking replacement, layers removed
Metal (5V, standing seam) $10,000 to $45,000 Gauge, panel profile, aluminum vs steel near the bay, trim complexity
Concrete or clay tile $15,000 to $55,000 plus Tile weight, attachment method, underlayment system
Flat or low slope $7,000 to $40,000 Membrane type, insulation, drains and tapered systems
Roofing company Odessa FL line item roof replacement estimate from Red Truck Roofing showing materials, labor, permit fees and decking allowance

What Is Inside a Red Truck Roofing Estimate

Every estimate is written line by line: materials, labor, permit fees, dump fees and a decking allowance shown separately, with three material options at three price points. BuildZoom puts our typical permitted project at about $18,000.

★★★★★

“Red Truck Roofing did an Amazing Job on our new roof. Very competitive pricing, very clean, and my new roof looks great. Javier knows his business, educated me on everything about my roof, options, and provided accurate details.”

Eric · 5 stars · Google review

Your Bradenton Roof Replacement in Six Steps From First Call to Final Inspection

A Red Truck Roofing project follows the same six steps on every roof in Bradenton, so you always know what happens next and who to call.

Roofer in Seminole FL inspecting roof decking board by board during a Red Truck Roofing tear off
  1. Free inspection.

    A project manager walks the roof and the attic, photographs every issue and hands you the photos whether you hire us or not.

  2. Written estimate.

    Line item pricing, three material options, and a plain explanation of what your insurance policy may or may not cover.

  3. Permit and scheduling.

    We pull the permit with the City of Bradenton Building and Permitting Division or Manatee County in our own name and give you an install date.

  4. Tear off and deck inspection.

    The old roof comes off, the decking is inspected board by board, and rotten wood is replaced at the allowance rate in your estimate.

  5. Installation.

    Underlayment, flashing, ventilation and the roof covering go on to manufacturer spec so your extended warranty is valid.

  6. Cleanup, inspection and warranty.

    Magnetic sweep, city or county final inspection, and your manufacturer warranty registered in your name.

★★★★★

“This is my first experience in getting an entire roof replaced and I did contact several roofing companies in the area. Although Red Truck was not the cheapest, I do feel like they did a great job. They were in and out in one day. The cleanup was superb.”

Richard Jordan · 5 stars · Google review

Ready for the first step? Call (813) 733-8725 or request your free Bradenton roof inspection online.

Two Warranties on Every Bradenton Roof: The Manufacturer’s and Ours, Both in Writing

Red Truck Roofing roofs carry the manufacturer warranty on the materials and our own workmanship warranty on the installation. Master Elite status means GAF customers can qualify for the Golden Pledge, with 25 years of workmanship coverage backed by GAF, not just by us.

  • GAF Golden Pledge and System Plus warranties on qualifying GAF roofs

  • Owens Corning Preferred Protection on Owens Corning systems

  • Polyglass, Mule-Hide, Tamko and IKO manufacturer warranties on their respective products

  • Red Truck Roofing workmanship warranty in writing on every installation

  • Transferable coverage on most systems, which matters the day you sell the house

Roofing contractor Tampa FL GAF Golden Pledge warranty certificate issued to a Red Truck Roofing customer, GAF Master Elite installer

The Out of State Roofer Knocking Your Door After the Hurricane Is Not Your Neighbor

A storm chaser is an out of state roofing crew that arrives in Manatee County after a hurricane, knocks doors, collects deposits and leaves before the warranty is ever tested. Bradenton saw plenty of them on Cortez Road and Manatee Avenue after Milton. Here is how to tell the difference in five minutes.

  1. Check the license at MyFloridaLicense.com.

    A Florida roofer holds a CCC license. Ours is CCC1332514.

  2. Ask for a local address you can drive to.

    Red Truck Roofing is at 8517 Gunn Hwy in Odessa, and we are registered with Manatee County. A P.O. box or a hotel on U.S. 41 is not an office.

  3. Never sign an assignment of benefits at the door.

    Florida changed the law in 2023 and most AOB contracts on new policies are void anyway.

  4. Check Google and the BBB.

    A company with 262 Google reviews has a history. A company that formed last month does not.

  5. Confirm the permit is pulled in the contractor’s name.

    If the roofer asks you to pull it as an owner builder, he is avoiding accountability.

★★★★★

"Wonderful company! Always there when you need anything."

Sam T · 5 stars · BBB customer review

Where Red Truck Roofing Works From Bradenton: 20 Tampa Bay Cities From Tarpon Springs to Bradenton

Red Truck Roofing runs every job from our office at 8517 Gunn Hwy in Odessa, with crews on roofs every day across Manatee, Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco counties. If your property is in Bradenton, in one of the 20 cities below, or anywhere between them, there is already a red truck nearby.

Bradenton Neighborhoods We Serve

  • Palma Sola
  • West Bradenton and Northwest Bradenton
  • Downtown Bradenton and the Riverwalk
  • Village of the Arts
  • Point Pleasant and Wares Creek
  • Riverview Boulevard
  • Bayshore Gardens
  • Harbour Isle and Perico Island
  • The Inlets
  • Cortez
  • Lakewood Ranch and Tara

The 20 Tampa Bay Cities We Serve

Every Community We Cover by County

  • Hillsborough County

    • Odessa
    • Tampa
    • Citrus Park and Westchase
    • Carrollwood and Northdale
    • Lutz
    • Brandon
    • Riverview
    • Apollo Beach
    • Temple Terrace
    • Ruskin and Sun City Center
  • Pinellas County

    • St. Petersburg
    • Clearwater
    • Largo
    • Pinellas Park
    • Palm Harbor
    • Dunedin
    • Tarpon Springs
    • Safety Harbor
    • Oldsmar
    • Seminole
    • St. Pete Beach, Madeira Beach and Treasure Island
  • Pasco County

    • Odessa
    • Land O’ Lakes
    • Wesley Chapel
    • Trinity
    • New Port Richey
    • Port Richey
    • Hudson
  • Manatee County

    • Bradenton
    • Palmetto
    • Parrish
    • Anna Maria, Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach
    • Ellenton
    • Lakewood Ranch
    • Cortez

Find the Red Truck Roofing Office on Gunn Highway

Red Truck Roofing
Address
8517 Gunn Hwy, Odessa, FL 33556
Phone
(813) 733-8725
Hours
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
Florida License
CCC1332514

From Bradenton, our office is roughly 75 to 90 minutes north. Take U.S. 41 or U.S. 301 north across the Manatee River to I-275, cross the Sunshine Skyway and the Howard Frankland, then take the Veterans Expressway north to the Gunn Highway exit. The office is on the left before Keystone. Our crews make the reverse trip several mornings a week.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the best roofer in Bradenton FL?

Red Truck Roofing is the highest rated roofer serving Bradenton, with 4.8 stars across 262 Google reviews, GAF Master Elite status, a BBB A+ rating and USA Today’s #3 ranking among roofing contractors nationwide in 2024. We are registered in Manatee County and our office is at 8517 Gunn Hwy in Odessa.

How much does a new roof cost in Bradenton, FL?

A new roof in Bradenton costs roughly $6,000 to $38,000 for shingle homes, $10,000 to $45,000 for metal, and $15,000 to $55,000 or more for tile, based on Red Truck Roofing’s 2026 Tampa Bay estimates. A free inspection gives you an exact line item number for your roof.

Who pulls the roof permit in Bradenton, the city or Manatee County?

Inside the city limits, the City of Bradenton Building and Permitting Division issues the roofing permit. Unincorporated addresses such as Bayshore Gardens, Cortez, parts of Palma Sola and all of Lakewood Ranch go through Manatee County. Red Truck Roofing is registered in Manatee and pulls every permit in our name, never yours.

How long does a roof replacement take in Bradenton?

Most single family block ranch homes in Bradenton are torn off and reroofed in one day with Red Truck Roofing. Tile and standing seam metal projects on larger Palma Sola or Lakewood Ranch homes run two to four days, and condo communities are scheduled one building at a time.

Are you open 24 hours?

Yes. Red Truck Roofing answers the phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 813-RED-TRCK, which is (813) 733-8725. Emergency tarping and leak response are available around the clock.

Does Red Truck Roofing help with insurance claims after a hurricane?

Yes. We document the damage with photos and a written report, meet your adjuster on the roof, and supply the code compliance paperwork your carrier requires. Milton wind claims across Manatee County have kept our claims coordinators busy since October 2024.

What is Florida’s 25 percent roof rule?

Florida’s 25 percent roof rule once forced a full replacement whenever more than 25 percent of a roof section was repaired in a year. Since Senate Bill 4-D in 2022, any roof permitted under the 2007 Florida Building Code or later (installed after March 1, 2009) can be repaired no matter how much is damaged.

What roofing material holds up best near the bay in Bradenton?

Standing seam metal in aluminum or coated Galvalume holds up best in Palma Sola, Cortez, Harbour Isle and any home within a mile of the bay, because salt air corrodes bare steel and galvanized fasteners. East of 75th Street, GAF or Owens Corning architectural shingles are the best value.

Is Red Truck Roofing licensed and insured in Florida?

Yes. Red Truck Roofing holds Florida Certified Roofing Contractor license CCC1332514 and Certified Building Contractor license CBC1259162, both verifiable at MyFloridaLicense.com, and carries general liability and workers’ compensation insurance. Certificates of insurance come with every contract.

Get a Free Roof Inspection From the Roofer Who Crosses the Skyway for Bradenton Every Week

A free roof inspection from Red Truck Roofing tells you what shape your roof is in, what it will cost to fix or replace, and whether your insurance policy belongs in the conversation. Our crews have been on Bradenton roofs since the week after Milton, and a project manager can be on yours within days.

Call (813) 733-8725 now, any hour of the day, or request your free inspection online.