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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 Safety Harbor FL | Red Truck Roofing | GAF Master Elite , BBB A+ , 4.8 Stars Across 262 Google Reviews , 30 Minutes Down McMullen Booth Road

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A roofer in Safety Harbor FL is a Florida licensed roofing contractor who replaces, repairs and inspects roofs on the downtown cottages, established subdivisions, villas and bayfront homes of Safety Harbor on the west shore of Old Tampa Bay in Pinellas County.

Red Truck Roofing(FL License CCC1332514) has serviced more than 6,000 roofs across Tampa Bay since March 2020, and our crews reach Safety Harbor in about 30 minutes from our office at 8517 Gunn Hwy in Odessa.

Phones are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, because a leak in North Bay Hills does not wait for Monday.

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What Safety Harbor 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: the roof was done in a day, the yard was magnet swept, a named claims coordinator handled the insurance. Several were written by Pinellas County homeowners after 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 Pinellas Homeowners Mention Most

Consistent takeaways across our 262 Google reviews

  • Roof finished in one day
  • Yard was magnet swept multiple times
  • Insurance handled by a person with a name
  • Owner was on the job
  • Zero dust or nails left behind
  • Took on Milton like a champ

What Pinellas County Neighbors Found When They Called After the Hurricanes

Verified feedback from property owners across Pinellas County

  • ★★★★★

    “We have a house in Saint Petersburg and other house in Seminole. Our roofs were damaged by hurricane Milton. We were introduced to Sarah (Red Truck roofing) by a friend and we were so pleased by that introduction. We got our roofs replaced by Red Truck.”

    Taitina Hvo Pinellas County, 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

What People Say About the Crew and the Cleanup

Unmatched jobsite cleanliness, thorough magnetic sweeps, and tireless crews

  • ★★★★★

    “Most surprising is that they did my entire roof from demo to finish in about 6 or 7 hours. By comparison my neighbors down the block are getting a new roof and the crew has been out there for 9 days and counting with a big dumpster in their driveway (Yuck)”

    Lisa Zarbetski 5 stars, Google review
  • ★★★★★

    “The roof was completed in 1 day, the team was professional, there was a supervisor on site for any questions and they cleaned up very well”

    Susan Vey 5 stars, Google review
  • ★★★★★

    “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

What People Say About the Insurance Claim

Navigating carrier adjusters, reducing stress, and getting your roof back on track

  • ★★★★★

    “Sarah is extremely knowledgeable and made the entire process beyond easy! We had to work thru the insurance and Sarah helped guide me throughout the entire process.”

    Stacy Buchanan Shepherd 5 stars, Google review
  • ★★★★★

    “Red Truck Roofing is the reason my 90 year old mom has a new roof after storm damage. Her insurance company was only going to repair the damage, however, Red Truck Roofing contacted them for a second inspection and it was confirmed that a re-roof was needed.”

    Jen 5 stars, Google review

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

Red Truck Roofing carries credentials most roofing contractors in Safety Harbor FL cannot match, and every one 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 Pinellas, Hillsborough, 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

  • 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 Safety Harbor 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 Safety Harbor Home, From a Main Street Cottage to a Philippe Pointe Bayfront, Installed by Crews Certified on It

Red Truck Roofing installs shingle, metal, stone coated steel, concrete and clay tile, composite and flat roofs across Safety Harbor, a five square mile city of about 17,000 people.

Safety Harbor was incorporated in 1917.

The older cottages near Main Street sit alongside 1970s and 1980s subdivisions like Harbor Oaks Estates, villa and condo communities like Bay Towne and Harbor Woods Village, the 55 plus homes of Briar Creek, and newer custom builds toward the bay.

Roof System
Where It Fits in Safety Harbor
Typical Lifespan Here
Products We Install
Architectural shingle
Harbor Oaks Estates, North Bay Hills, Huntington, Georgetown East, Bay Woods
20 to 25 years
GAF Timberline HDZ, Owens Corning Duration, Tamko Heritage, IKO Dynasty
Standing seam and 5V metal
Bayshore and Philippe Parkway bayfront homes, downtown cottages
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 lower weight
40 to 50 years
Tilcor, Decra, Unified Steel, Roser
Composite (synthetic slate and shake)
Older Main Street homes that want a period look with modern wind ratings
50 years plus
Brava
Concrete and clay tile
Mediterranean homes in Philippe Pointe, Philippe Woods and Bridgeport
50 years plus
Eagle, Boral, Ludowici clay, glazed tile
Flat and low slope
Bay Towne condos, Harbor Woods Village villas, Main Street storefronts, lanai roofs
15 to 30 years
Polyglass modified bitumen, TPO, PVC, Mule-Hide

Why Roofs Fail in Safety Harbor Faster Than the Number on the Shingle Wrapper

Roofs in Safety Harbor fail from a combination of bay wind, year round ultraviolet exposure, daily summer downpours and one of the densest live oak canopies in Pinellas County. The lifespan on the bundle was tested in a lab, not under a live oak.

The Four Forces Working Against a Safety Harbor Roof

  • Wind

    Safety Harbor sits in a 140 to 160 mph ultimate design wind speed zone under the 2023 Florida Building Code, and the blocks within a mile of the bay are inside the wind borne debris region. Open water gives an east wind a long run at the roofs along Bayshore and Philippe Parkway.

  • Heat and UV

    Tampa Bay sees more than 240 days of sun a year. Shingles shed granules faster here than in the northern states where they are rated, so a 30 year shingle delivers 20 to 25 years in Pinellas.

  • Rain and Humidity

    Summer afternoons drop an inch of rain in twenty minutes, and Milton dropped 10 to 20 inches on Pinellas in a night. Water finds every lifted shingle, cracked pipe boot and unsealed flashing.

  • Tree Canopy

    Safety Harbor’s downtown, Philippe Park and the older subdivisions sit under mature live oaks. Leaf litter in valleys and behind chimneys holds water against the roof, limbs abrade shingles in wind, and acorns and Spanish moss clog gutters. Roofs under canopy need a valley and flashing inspection every two years.

Granules in the Gutter, Stains on the Ceiling: Nine Signs Your Safety Harbor 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 Safety Harbor homeowners can spot from the ground or the attic.

  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 under trees

  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

  7. Rust on flashing, drip edge or roof vents, common on the bayfront blocks

  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 Safety Harbor Homeowners to Get a Repair Instead of a New Roof

The choice between roof repair and roof replacement in Safety Harbor comes down to three facts: when the roof was permitted, how much of it is damaged, and how many years of life remain. 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

★★★★★

“There wasnt much in the way that needed to be repaired from the storms, but he gave excellent advice on how to fix the little things to prevent any serious issues from developing.”

Tracy Mitchell · 5 stars · Google review

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

Roof replacement in Safety Harbor 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 Safety Harbor 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
Roofing company Wesley Chapel 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.

★★★★★

“I worked with Cory Clark on the pricing and project plan and he provided 3 quotes using quality GAF roofing shingles. I went with the highest quality of the three. Pricing was reasonable and in the range of the other quotes I received.”

Nick Young · 5 stars · Google review

Your Safety Harbor Roof Replacement in Six Steps From First Call to City Final Inspection

A Red Truck Roofing project follows the same six steps on every roof in Safety Harbor, so you always know what happens next.

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.

  2. Written estimate.

    Line item pricing, three material options, and a plain explanation of what your policy may cover.

  3. Permit and scheduling.

    We pull the permit with the City of Safety Harbor Building Division in our own name, submit any HOA paperwork, 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.

  5. Installation.

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

  6. Cleanup, inspection and warranty.

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

★★★★★

“He kept me in the loop. They walked me through my steps and worked with the insurance company.”

Danielle Smith · 5 stars · Google review

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

Two Warranties on Every Safety Harbor 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.

  • 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, collects deposits and leaves before the warranty is ever tested. Safety Harbor saw plenty after Helene and Milton.

  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.

    Ours is 8517 Gunn Hwy in Odessa, 30 minutes from Main Street. A hotel 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. One 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 Safety Harbor: 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 Safety Harbor or in one of the 20 cities below, there is already a red truck nearby.

Safety Harbor Neighborhoods We Serve

  • Downtown Safety Harbor and Main Street
  • Bayshore Terrace and Old Harbor Place
  • Philippe Pointe and Philippe Woods
  • Harbor Woods Village
  • North Bay Hills
  • Harbor Oaks Estates
  • Georgetown East and Huntington
  • Bay Woods and Bridgeport
  • Bay Towne and Briar Creek

The 20 Tampa Bay Cities We Serve From Safety Harbor

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

    • Safety Harbor
    • St. Petersburg
    • Clearwater
    • Largo
    • Pinellas Park
    • Palm Harbor
    • Dunedin
    • Tarpon Springs
    • 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
    • Holiday
  • 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 our office, head south on Gunn Highway to Race Track Road and turn west. Race Track Road runs into Oldsmar and meets Tampa Road (SR 580). Continue west on Tampa Road to McMullen Booth Road, turn south, then turn east on Main Street (SR 590) into downtown. The drive is about 16 miles and 30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the best roofer in Safety Harbor FL?

Red Truck Roofing is the highest rated roofer serving Safety Harbor, 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 in 2024. Our office is 30 minutes from Main Street.

How much does a new roof cost in Safety Harbor, FL?

A new roof in Safety Harbor 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.

Who pulls the roofing permit in Safety Harbor, the city or the county?

The City of Safety Harbor Building Division issues roof permits for every address inside the city limits. A few homes with Safety Harbor mailing addresses sit in unincorporated Pinellas County and go through the county instead. Red Truck Roofing is registered in Pinellas and pulls every permit in our name, never yours.

How long does a roof replacement take in Safety Harbor?

Most single family roof replacements in Safety Harbor take one day with Red Truck Roofing, with tile and metal projects running two to four days. Attached villa buildings are scheduled so every roofline is closed the day it is opened.

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 is 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.

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 (after March 1, 2009) can be repaired no matter how much is damaged.

What roofing material holds up best under the oaks in Safety Harbor?

Standing seam metal sheds leaf litter and acorns better than any other roof and lasts 40 to 60 years, which makes it the long term choice under heavy canopy. Architectural shingles from GAF or Owens Corning remain the best value for most Safety Harbor homes when installed with six nails per shingle.

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.

Get a Free Roof Inspection From the Roofer Who Knows the Oaks, the Bayfront and the Safety Harbor Building Division

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. A project manager can be on your Safety Harbor roof within days.

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