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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 Brandon FL | Red Truck Roofing | GAF Master Elite , BBB A+ , USA Today #3 Roofing Contractor , 4.8 Stars Across 262 Google Reviews

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A roofer in Brandon FL is a Florida licensed roofing contractor who replaces, repairs and inspects roofs on the homes, townhomes and commercial buildings of Brandon, Valrico, Bloomingdale and Seffner in eastern Hillsborough County, and who pulls every permit through Hillsborough County because Brandon has no city hall of its own.

Red Truck Roofing (FL License CCC1332514) has serviced more than 6,000 roofs across Tampa Bay since March 2020, and a good share of them sit in Brandon, where 114,000 people live under roofs built in every decade since the 1950s.

Our office is on Gunn Highway in Odessa, and a project manager reaches Brandon Boulevard in about 40 minutes by the Veterans Expressway and Interstate 4. The phone is answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, because a leak over the kitchen does not wait for business hours.

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What Brandon 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.

The pattern in those reviews is hard to miss. The roof went on in one day. The yard was cleaner when the crew left than when it arrived. The insurance file was handled by a person with a first name. And the price was explained line by line before anyone signed anything.

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

What Brandon 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 Brandon Neighbors Found When They Called

Verified feedback from property owners across Brandon and Hillsborough County

  • ★★★★★

    “He provided the most reasonable quote and a timeline of only a few weeks out while other quotes were much longer. When the actual roof replacement began, the men worked quickly and were able to take off the old roof and get the new one on in just one day.”

    Shelby Forsch 5 stars, Google review
  • ★★★★★

    “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. Javier Cordova was our project manager and did a fantastic job of informing me of the process and answering all of my questions.”

    Richard Jordan 5 stars, Google review
  • ★★★★★

    “Red Truck Roofing is everything you hope a company would be. They are responsive, professional, competent and polite. 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 Crew and the Cleanup

Speed, precision magnet sweeps, and jobsite protection

  • ★★★★★

    “Red Truck Roofing replaced our roof and they did an excellent job! They made sure to cover our pool and landscaping before the job, and they cleaned up absolutely everything when they were done. They completed the job in 1.5 days, much faster than other companies people in our neighborhood have used.”

    Cindy Jack 5 stars, Google review
  • ★★★★★

    “The installation crew was fantastic! They protected the perimeter of the house with tarps and cleaned up meticulously before they left. Installation only took one day and our new roof looks beautiful.”

    Jessica Rossy 5 stars, Google review

What People Say About the Insurance Claim

Navigating carrier adjusters and storm recovery smoothly

  • ★★★★★

    “Cory Clark walked us through the process, what to expect, and most importantly, what NOT to do. When our insurance company gave us issues, Cory and Red Truck were there to help. We now have a brand new roof and peace of mind for years to come.”

    Matt Fischer 5 stars, Google review
  • ★★★★★

    “Hurricane Milton caused significant damage to our roof. We signed up with Javier and Red Truck Roofing for the repairs. Inspections by Javier and my insurance provider (Allstate) determined that we needed a new roof.”

    George Vaughan 5 stars, Google review
  • ★★★★★

    “We had to work thru the insurance and Sarah helped guide me throughout the entire process. Everyone showed up on time, cleaned up completely, and left on time, as they said they would.”

    Stacy Buchanan Shepherd 5 stars, Google review

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

Red Truck Roofing carries a credential stack that most roofing contractors in Brandon FL cannot match, and every item on it can be checked by a stranger with a phone in under five minutes:

  • 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 Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Manatee 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, per BuildZoom

  • 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 Brandon 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 Brandon Home, From a Hill-Dale Heights Ranch to a Bloomingdale Tile Roof, Installed by Crews Certified on It

Red Truck Roofing installs shingle, metal, stone coated steel, concrete and clay tile, composite and flat roofs across Brandon, Valrico and Bloomingdale. The housing stock here tells the story of a bedroom community that grew fast.

Hill-Dale Heights on Kingsway Avenue was the first subdivision in the 1950s. Brandon Traces and Dominion filled in after Interstate 75 opened in 1986, Bloomingdale Village followed in the late 1990s, and Arbor Oaks came after 2015. Each era needs a different roof.

Roof System
Where It Fits in Brandon
Typical Lifespan Here
Products We Install
Architectural shingle
Sterling Ranch, Brandon Traces, Dominion, Heather Lakes and most tract homes
20 to 25 years
GAF Timberline HDZ, Owens Corning Duration, Tamko Heritage, IKO Dynasty
Standing seam and 5V metal
Alafia Estates riverfront, older Limona acreage, workshops and barns
40 to 60 years
24 and 26 gauge Galvalume and painted steel
Stone coated metal
Owners who want a tile or shake profile without the weight
40 to 50 years
Tilcor, Decra, Unified Steel, Roser
Composite (synthetic slate and shake)
Slate or cedar look on a home not framed for tile
50 years plus
Brava
Concrete and clay tile
Mediterranean homes in Bloomingdale, Arbor Oaks and Hidden Reserve
50 years plus
Eagle, Boral, Ludowici clay, glazed tile
Flat and low slope
Lanai roofs, additions, and the retail plazas along Brandon Boulevard
15 to 30 years
Polyglass modified bitumen, TPO, PVC, Mule-Hide

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

Roofs in Brandon fail from a combination of ultraviolet exposure, daily summer downpours, hurricane wind and, on thousands of tract homes built between 1985 and 2000, the shortcuts of a building boom that predated the 2002 Florida Building Code. The number on the bundle was earned in a lab, not on a west facing slope in Valrico in August.

The Four Forces Working Against a Brandon Roof

  • Wind

    Brandon sits in a 140 to 160 mph ultimate design wind speed zone under the 2023 Florida Building Code. Milton pushed gusts of 80 to 100 mph across Hillsborough County on the night of October 9, 2024, and the roofs that lost shingles were almost always the ones with four nails per shingle instead of six and no sealed underlayment. The flat, open subdivisions off Bloomingdale Avenue and Lithia Pinecrest Road give wind a straight run at the gable ends.

  • Heat and UV

    Tampa Bay sees more than 240 days of sun a year. Asphalt 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 in Hillsborough County.

  • Rain and Humidity

    A Brandon summer afternoon can drop an inch of rain in twenty minutes, and Milton dropped 10 to 15 inches in a day. Water finds every lifted shingle, cracked pipe boot and unsealed valley.

  • Construction Era

    Brandon added most of its housing between the opening of Interstate 75 in 1986 and the year 2000. Many of those roofs were fastened with four nails or staples, and most have already been replaced once. The second roof is only as good as the decking under it, which is why we inspect every board after tear off instead of covering it.

Granules in the Gutter, Stains on the Ceiling: Nine Signs Your Brandon 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 Brandon homeowners can spot from the driveway or the attic hatch. Two or more means call for a free inspection before the next named storm.

  1. Shingle granules collecting in gutters or piling up 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 north side

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

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

  6. Sagging along the ridge or between the trusses

  7. Rust on metal flashing, drip edge or roof vents

  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 Brandon Homeowners to Get a Repair Instead of a New Roof

The choice between roof repair and roof replacement in Brandon 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 Brandon in 2026, Line by Line, No Lump Sums

Roof replacement in Brandon 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. BuildZoom puts our typical permitted project at about $18,000, which lines up with a two story shingle home in Sterling Ranch or Brandon Traces.

Roof Type Typical Brandon 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, 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

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

A Red Truck Roofing project follows the same six steps on every roof in Brandon, 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 Hillsborough County through HillsGovHub 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, county final inspection, and your manufacturer warranty registered in your name.

★★★★★

“We had an amazing experience with Red Truck Roofing and Cory as our point person. They gave us a fair price to put a new roof on the house and the communication with Cory was always informative and he always got back to me in a reasonably timely manner. He always kept us updated every step of the way.”

Tony Garcia · 5 stars · Google review

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

Two Warranties on Every Brandon 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 Tampa Bay after a hurricane, knocks doors in subdivisions like Heather Lakes and Providence Lakes, collects deposits and leaves before the warranty is ever tested. Brandon saw plenty of them in the weeks 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. A P.O. box or a hotel room off Interstate 75 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 Brandon: 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 in Tampa and across Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Manatee counties. If your property is in Brandon, in one of the 20 cities below, or anywhere between them, there is already a red truck nearby.

Brandon, Valrico and Bloomingdale Neighborhoods We Serve

  • Sterling Ranch
  • Brandon Traces
  • Dominion
  • Bloomingdale Village and Bloomingdale
  • Providence Lakes and Brandon Pointe
  • Lumsden Reserve and Arbor Oaks
  • Heather Lakes and Lakeview Village
  • Alafia Estates
  • Hill-Dale Heights, Limona and Kingsway Avenue
  • Brandon Hills and Kensington Estates

The 20 Tampa Bay Cities We Serve From Brandon

Every Community We Cover by County

  • Hillsborough County

    • Brandon
    • Valrico and Bloomingdale
    • Seffner and Mango
    • Riverview
    • Tampa
    • Citrus Park and Westchase
    • Carrollwood and Northdale
    • Lutz
    • 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

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 Brandon, our office is about 35 miles and 40 to 45 minutes away. Take Interstate 75 north to Interstate 4 west, then Interstate 275 north to the Veterans Expressway, exit at Gunn Highway and head north past Citrus Park. From Valrico or Bloomingdale, Lithia Pinecrest Road or Bloomingdale Avenue gets you to Interstate 75 at Brandon Boulevard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the best roofer in Brandon FL?

Red Truck Roofing is the highest rated roofing contractor serving Brandon, 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. Crews run to Brandon daily from our office at 8517 Gunn Hwy in Odessa.

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

A new roof in Brandon 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 issues roof permits in Brandon?

Hillsborough County does. Brandon is unincorporated, so there is no city building department, and every reroof permit goes through Hillsborough County Development Services on the HillsGovHub portal. Red Truck Roofing is registered with the county and pulls every permit in our name, never yours.

How long does a roof replacement take in Brandon?

Most single family roof replacements in Brandon take one day with Red Truck Roofing, with two story homes, tile and metal projects running two to four days. Several of our Google reviews mention the crew finishing the same day they started.

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, including the night a storm comes through.

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

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. Our claims coordinators are named in dozens of Google reviews from Helene and Milton for that reason.

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. Many Brandon roofs from the 1990s still fall under the old rule.

What roofing material lasts longest in Brandon?

Metal and concrete tile hold up longest against wind and sun in Brandon’s inland climate. Architectural shingles from GAF or Owens Corning are the best value for most Brandon tract homes when installed with six nails per shingle and a sealed underlayment.

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 Whose Trucks Are Already on Brandon Boulevard

A free roof inspection from Red Truck Roofing tells you exactly 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 are in Brandon, Valrico and Bloomingdale every week, and a project manager can be on your roof within days, not weeks.

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