10 Signs You Need a New Roof in Florida

Most Florida homeowners wait too long to replace their roof. The signs are usually obvious in hindsight — granules in the gutters, soft spots underfoot, a stained ceiling — but easy to ignore until an active leak forces the issue. Here are the 10 signs that mean it's time to stop repairing and start planning a replacement.

1. Your roof is over 20 years old. Florida asphalt shingles typically last 15 to 25 years. If you're past year 20, you're on borrowed time. Even if it looks fine from the ground, the asphalt binders are dry, the seals between courses are weak, and the next major wind event is likely to cause damage that repair alone can't address.

2. Missing or wind-lifted shingles. A few missing shingles after a storm is repairable. Widespread tab loss, lifted edges, or shingles visible on the lawn after every wind event means the adhesive strips have failed across the entire roof — replacement is more cost-effective than repeated repairs.

3. Granules in your gutters or downspouts. Asphalt shingles shed their protective granules as they age. A handful of granules in your gutter after a new installation is normal. Significant accumulation — enough to clog downspouts or coat the gutter bottom — means the shingles are well into their decline phase.

4. Sagging or uneven roof line. A roof line that's no longer straight indicates structural problems — water-damaged decking, undersized rafters, or in severe cases roof framing failure. Sagging is a structural emergency that requires immediate professional assessment.

5. Active leaks or repeated leaks after repair. A single new leak in an otherwise healthy roof is usually repairable. Multiple leaks, leaks that return shortly after repair, or leaks in multiple locations indicate widespread underlayment failure — full replacement is the only durable fix.

6. High energy bills. Failing roofs let conditioned air escape and let outside heat in. If your cooling bills are climbing year over year with no other explanation, your roof and attic insulation may be compromised. A new reflective roof combined with proper ventilation can dramatically improve home efficiency.

7. Daylight visible through your attic. If you can see daylight through the roof deck while standing in the attic, water is getting through too — even if you can't see active stains. This is a sign of significant deck or shingle failure and requires immediate replacement.

8. Storm or hurricane damage. After any named storm, schedule a free post-storm inspection even if you don't see obvious damage. Hail, wind, and debris impacts often cause subtle damage that progresses into major leaks months later. Florida law gives you a limited window to file storm claims — don't miss it.

9. Mold, mildew, or moss growing on the roof. Persistent biological growth indicates trapped moisture. While some algae streaking is cosmetic and treatable, widespread mold suggests the shingles are holding moisture against the deck — accelerating deck rot and shortening overall roof life.

10. Insurance non-renewal notice. Florida insurance carriers increasingly inspect roofs at renewal and refuse to renew policies on roofs over 20 years old. If you've received a non-renewal notice citing roof age or condition, replacement is the only path to maintain coverage. ProCraft provides Florida-carrier-compliant inspection reports as part of every free roof inspection.

Next steps. If you're seeing two or more of these signs, schedule a free inspection. We'll give you an honest assessment — repair, replace, or leave it alone — and a written estimate if replacement is the right call. Free roof replacement estimates anywhere in Brevard or Indian River County.