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Roofing Melbourne Beach, FL
Wescon Construction installs and repairs metal, shingle, and tile roofs for homeowners in Melbourne Beach, the barrier island town with the Atlantic on one side and the Indian River Lagoon on the other. We're a family-owned roofing company based just north in Melbourne, licensed statewide (CCC1330785, CGC1506914), and we've worked this coastline since 1996.
On a barrier island, the roofing question is really a saltwater question. Salt air reaches every roof in Melbourne Beach from two directions, and that changes which materials make sense, which manufacturer warranties actually apply, and how long each option lasts. Those are the things we walk through at your kitchen table, and they're the things this page covers.
Aluminum, Not Steel: The Salt-Air Rule for Melbourne Beach Roofs
Here is what many roofing companies will not mention upfront. This close to both the ocean and the lagoon, metal roofing manufacturer warranties almost always require aluminum panels rather than steel, because steel corrodes in salt air. Choose the wrong panel and you can end up with a roof whose warranty was void the day it was installed. We cover the full distance rule on our Merritt Island page, and we price aluminum options honestly from the start rather than letting the warranty surprise you later. If you are comparing materials, ask us to run metal against shingle or tile side by side for your address.
Free Roof Inspection or Roof Certification in Melbourne Beach
Every roof inspection we do in Melbourne Beach starts free, whether you're checking storm damage or just want peace of mind before hurricane season. Cost comes in only if your insurer requires a roof certification letter, the formal written report insurers use to support a claim or new policy. Once you get your roof inspected, we can coordinate a roof certification if required.
Roof Replacement in Melbourne Beach: Metal, Shingle and Tile
Homeowners comparing roofing companies in Melbourne Beach FL usually land on one of three materials, and we are experienced in all types. Here is how each one plays out on this part of the barrier island.
Metal Roofing Company in Melbourne Beach
Metal roofing installations are growing more and more popular across the Space Coast, and standing seam is the type we get asked about most. On this island, the aluminum rule we noted above decides more than style does, so we spec panels that keep the manufacturer warranty intact at your distance from the water. If you are weighing getting a residential metal roof replacement versusshingle or another round of tile, we will price both side by side so the comparison is real numbers, not guesswork.
Shingle Roof Replacement Contractor in Melbourne Beach
Shingle is the quickest replacement we do, with most jobs finished in two to three days. We install asphalt and architectural shingles and are manufacturer certified in both types, which matters when it is time to register your warranty. On a barrier island, the wind rating and nailing pattern matter,and our crews build to the code this coastline actually requires.
Tile Roofing Contractor in Melbourne BeachÂ
Tile holds up well against sun and salt air once it is installed right.-. We install Eagle Concrete Tile in barrel and flat profiles. Wescon handles the permitting for the roof including a tile tear-off. Plan on about three weeks for a full tile replacement, compared to two or three days for shingle, because setting tile correctly is slower work.Â
Commercial Roofing in Melbourne Beach
We also work as a commercial roofing contractor in Melbourne Beach, serving the condos and small commercial buildings along A1A. Flat and low-slope systems have different requirements from residential roofing, so if you manage a property here, call us, and we will walk the roof with you.
Older Tile Roofs in Melbourne Beach: Repair or Replace
The tile itself isn't actually what keeps water out. The underlayment beneath it, the waterproof layer between the tile and the wood deck, does that job. The tile mainly protects that underlayment from sun and impact. That's worth knowing because missing tile isn't automatically a leak. Failed or aged underlayment is.
Here's the part that catches people off guard. Older tile becomes brittle, and brittle tile cracks when it's walked on. If one of our guys climbs onto a forty-year-old tile roof to swap out three broken tiles near a valley, the tiles around that spot can crack under his boots from the pressure alone. A small repair can turn into a bigger one on the same visit, not because we're upselling, but because the material won't cooperate. That's why an inspection on aging tile in Melbourne Beach often ends with replacement, unless the homeowner has matching spare tiles on hand.
We get the same three questions on almost every tile inspection here, and we'd rather answer them straight.
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Sometimes, if the tile around the leak still flexes and the underlayment nearby is intact. Often not, because the leak is a symptom of underlayment failing across the whole roof, not just at that spot.
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Because we price what the roof needs, not just what's visible from the ground. On a decades-old roof, a few cracked tiles are usually the first visible sign of a bigger problem underneath.
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That helps more than people realize. Saved original tiles often let us do a true spot repair instead of a full tear-off, since we're not trying to match discontinued stock or risk cracking new tile to force a fit.
Melbourne Beach Roofing FAQs
Do I need an aluminum roof in Melbourne Beach?
If you're going metal, almost certainly yes. This close to saltwater, manufacturer warranties generally require aluminum panels instead of steel, because steel corrodes in salt air. We confirm the requirement for your exact address before quoting.
Do I need a roof certification letter for insurance?
Only if your insurer specifically requires one for a claim or new policy. A standard inspection is always free; a roof certification letter with formal documentation is a separate, paid service.
How long does a roof replacement take in Melbourne Beach?
Shingle jobs usually finish in two to three days. A tile roof replacement takes about three weeks start to finish, since tile installation is inherently slower per square.
Can old tile be repaired instead of replaced?
Sometimes, but older tile is often too brittle to walk safely, and one small repair can crack the tiles around it. We'll tell you honestly whether a repair is realistic or the roof has moved past that point.
What tile brand do you install, and does the underlayment matter?
We install Eagle Tile, and yes, the underlayment matters more than the tile. It's the actual waterproofing layer of the roof; the tile mainly shields it from sun and impact.
Do you install all three roof types in Melbourne Beach?
Yes. Metal, shingle, and tile. Which one makes sense depends on your budget, your HOA or condo rules, and how close you are to the water.
Get A Free Roof Estimate
If your roof in Melbourne Beach is due for a look, or you are comparing roofers in Melbourne Beach FL and want a straight answer on repair versus replacement, call us at (321) 259- 6789 for a free inspection.