We are pleased to announce that Florida Southern Roofing & Sheet Metal has been nominated for a 2025 FLCAJ Readers’ Choice Award!

FLCAJ readers honored us with a Gold Award in 2020 & 2021, and a Platinum Award in 2022, 2023 & 2024. Please help us make it 6 years in a row by clicking here and voting for us in the roofing category. It only takes a minute of your time, and it really helps us out!

Voting begins September 1st and runs through December 31st.

Florida Southern Roofing has been recognized as a 2023 GAF Master Elite® 3-Star President's Club Award Winner.

Each year, GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, selects the most elite roofing contractors certified by GAF to receive its prestigious GAF Master Elite® President's Club Award. This annual recognition celebrates contractors that showcase exemplary efforts in high-quality service and leadership in the roofing industry across the country.

“The GAF Master Elite® President's Club Award is given to contractors each year who have distinguished themselves through their commitment to providing high quality of work and exemplary level of service to customers,” says Bobby Fischer, Vice President of Partner Programs at GAF. “Less than two percent of roofing contractors nationwide qualify for this award and it is a testament to the high standards they keep and dedication to their employees, customers, and community.”

GAF Master Elite® President's Club Award winners are selected from an elite group of roofing contractors that must first demonstrate proper licensing (in states that require it), maintain insurance, a proven reputation, and a commitment to ongoing professional training. In addition, qualifying contractors must also have met the criteria to earn the designation of a GAF Master Elite® residential contractor.

About GAF

GAF, a Standard Industries company, is the leading roofing and waterproofing manufacturer in North America. For more than 135 years, GAF has been trusted to protect what matters most for families, communities and business owners with its innovative solutions and focus on customer service. GAF's leadership extends to its commitment to making a positive impact on its communities, industry, and planet. Learn more at www.GAF.com. 

Florida Community Association Journal is honored to present the Platinum level Readers’ Choice Award to Florida Southern Roofing & Sheet Metal in the Roofing Category.

March 1, 2024 - Florida Community Association Journal magazine announced the 2024 Readers’ Choice Award winners in the March issue with our largest ever 120-page special section profiling select award recipients.

The FLCAJ Readers’ Choice Awards is a unique recognition program that shines a spotlight on the positive contributions of community association service providers throughout Florida. Awards are presented to companies that demonstrate, through their commitment to the community associations they serve, an exemplary level of proficiency, reliability, fairness, and integrity.

The FLCAJ Readers’ Choice Awards is an annual recognition program that debuted in 2014 with 37 award recipients.

This year nearly 12,000 ballots were cast, and over 200 companies were recognized as award winners. Profiles of advertising winners are at www.fcapgroup.com/flcaj/readers-choice.

 

About the Florida Community Association Journal: A monthly print and digital periodical for over 35 years, Florida Community Association Journal is the leading source of educational information and services for Florida’s 45,000+ community associations. Our readers are condominium and homeowner association board members, community association managers, and service providers for the industry. The print edition is systematically mailed to virtually every board and manager on a rotating circulation.

Contact: Richard Johns, Publisher, at 800-425-1314

March 1, 2023 – Florida Community Association Journal magazine announced the 2023 Readers’ Choice Award winners in the March issue with our largest ever 113-page section profiling the recipients as chosen by our readers.

The FLCAJ Readers’ Choice Awards is a unique recognition program that shines a spotlight on the positive and productive contributions of community association service providers throughout Florida. Awards are presented to companies that demonstrate, through their commitment to the community associations they serve, an exemplary level of proficiency, reliability, fairness, and integrity.
The FLCAJ Readers’ Choice Awards is an annual recognition program that debuted in 2014 with 37 award recipients. This year over 11,000 ballots were cast, and 204 companies recognized as award winners.

Profiles of advertising winners are at www.fcapgroup.com/flcaj/readers-choice.

About the Florida Community Association Journal: A monthly print and digital periodical for over 35 years, Florida Community Association Journal is the leading source of educational information and services for Florida’s 45,000+ community associations. Our readers are condominium and homeowner association board members, community association managers, and service providers for the industry. The print edition is systematically mailed to virtually every board and manager on a rotating circulation.

Contact: Richard Johns, Publisher, at 800-425-1314 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

 

Dave Daily and their VFW Post 12055 nominated Jim Sleter for Florida Southern Roofing’s Roofs for Heroes program.

Out of all of the nominees, Florida Southern Roofing chose Jim Sleter as their 3rd Roofs for Heroes recipient. “On behalf of Florida Southern Roofing, I want to say CONGRATULATION’s as you, Jim and Jackie Sleter have been selected to be our 2021 Florida Southern Roofing Roofs For Heroes recipients!!!!” Brian Wallace, President of Florida Southern Roofing, started the “Roofs For Heroes” program a few years ago, however it has been a dream of his for many years. Brian and his team at Florida Southern Roofing want to help those “Heroes”. Jim Sleter’s story is like many others in our community, on a fixed income and in need of a new roof. In addition to their new roof, Matt Ryan repaired a large area on their ceiling where they had previous damage due to a previous roof leak. And Chris, Junior, Gilberto and Jacob sanded and repainted their rod iron patio furniture.

 

 

Thank you, VFW Post 12055, for nominating Jim and Jackie Sleter.

On a personal note, Dave Daily, Graham Ellis, Jim & Jackie Sleter and all of the VFW Post 12055 members that we met at the Sleter’s home, are some of the most friendly, helpful and compassionate people we have ever met. From nominating Jim Sleter, asking what they could do to help, to bringing donuts, bagels and hot coffee to the work site at 6:30am on one of the coldest mornings we have had this year. Then staying through the rain and coming back to cook hamburgers for everyone on a second day in the rain. It was an honor to meet Jim and Jackie Sleter, they are truly amazing and

With Elsa passing by and hurricane season in full swing, has it made you think? When was the last time you had your roof inspected and maintained? Your roof is your most prized possession as this is what keeps you, your family, your friends, and neighbors safe. Being in the roofing industry since 1999, I had my roof inspected and maintenance done before hurricane season, and I’m so glad I did, I have peace of mind.

 

Any type and any age roof need’s special care. The roof is simply the MOST IMPORTANT part of a home…period! 

 

That is why the National Roofing Contractors Association suggests having your roof inspected at least twice each year, once in the spring and once in the fall. A thorough roof inspection performed by a professional roofing contractor, will help catch any problems before they turn ugly. Furthermore, if you have a manufacturer’s warranty on your roof, be sure to look at the warranty guidelines, as most manufacturer’s roof warranties require annual maintenance and documentation to maintain their warranty.

 

Here are a few ways that you and your maintenance team can help with the longevity of your roof between these professional inspections.

 

Shingle, Metal and Tile Roofs

Keep gutters and downspouts clean of debris.

Keep valleys clean of standing leaves and debris.

Cut back trees from the roof to prevent rubbing and rodents getting on the roof. (Squirrels LOVE eating the lead vent pipes)

 

Flat Roofs

Keep drains free of debris.

Keep a log of who goes onto the roof, if there is a leak, this can be easily tracked, and the issue taken care of quickly.

 

Bottom line, you must keep your roof maintained. Just think how many heavy rain storms your roof must suffer each year! Without

Living in Southern Florida has advantages, including relatively warm winters, plenty of sunshine, and beautiful beaches. With those benefits also come some drawbacks, though, like intense heat and UV rays, as well as tropical storms. 

Everyone who lives in Florida knows the exterior of homes and businesses can really take a beating, particularly roofs. That’s why it can be helpful for any business owner or homeowner to be informed about roof inspections. 

However, doing a roof inspection yourself is never a good idea. Not only is it potentially dangerous, but it’s also challenging for the untrained eye to know what to look for. 

Rather than taking a risk, leave your next roof inspection to the professionals at Florida Southern Roofing. With extensive experience and great customer service, we will provide a full roof inspection you can depend on.

How to Know When You Need a Roof Inspection

Getting a roof annual roof inspection is ideal, (if you’d like to protect your roof!). If annual inspections are not being performed we recommend inspections at least at the following. 

At Florida Southern Roofing, we believe four instances warrant a roof inspection, as we’ll explain below. 

Buying a New Home or Commercial Building

A major part of any property buying experience is having qualified inspectors look at every aspect of the building before you close the deal. While standard residential or commercial inspectors will thoroughly check everything inside and around the structure, they often won’t climb up on the roof. 

In fact, most inspectors will recommend a roof inspection if they notice any issues indoors that could tie back to the roof. Waiting to have another inspector come to the property to assess any damages may seem tedious, but it will be worth it in the end if the roof has issues that

Whether it be strong wind or fallen debris, there are so many ways that your roof can sustain damage. While you may overlook it initially, damage to the roof is a serious issue. When left unresolved, roofing damage can lead to larger problems and put the remainder of your home’s stability in jeopardy.

With fall quickly approaching, it’s important to be aware of all the ways your roof can incur damage this season. The last thing you want is to leave any damage unnoticed. If you don’t call for roof repair as soon as you notice issues, that damage can spread and affect other areas of your roof or home. Learn more about ten common ways a roof can sustain damage in the fall and find some tell-tale signs to look for.

10 Potential Causes of Roof Damage

If you’re concerned about your roof sustaining any damage this fall, you’re not alone. Most homeowners worry they can’t (or don’t know how to) protect their roofs against weather events and other roofing threats. 

Well, we’re here to tell you that you can! Below are ten circumstances or weather-related issues that can result in damage to your roof:

1. Clogged or Backed-Up Gutters

We all know that trees shed their leaves during the fall months, and those leaves end up everywhere. Fallen leaves and other debris often lead to clogged gutters, which can cause damage to your roof. 

When gutters get backed up, it can lead to water damage to the fascia board and roof eaves. That is a common reason many homeowners end up needing roof leak repair services. To avoid this, have your gutters cleaned out at least once or twice a year.

2. Storm and Wind Damage

Florida storms and wind can be extreme all year round, which can

The Sabal Harbour Key HOA Board of Directors wanted to show their appreciation to the Florida Southern Roofing Roof Patrol crew led by Willie for all their hard work over the past 4 years in which they completed 22 roofs at Sabal Key & the Clubhouse Roof at Sabal Harbour in Bradenton!

We're proud to announce that Florida Southern Roofing has just been awarded the prestigious FLCAJ 2021 Readers' Choice Gold Award for our commitment to the Community Associations we serve and our "exemplary level of proficiency, reliability, fairness, and integrity."