Certified Building Contractor CBC1265305 · Certified Roofing Contractor CCC1334811
A general contractor for roof tarping in Kendall West, FL
Roof Tarping & Storm Repair for homes in Kendall West and the surrounding area — permitted, inspected and closed out. Free estimate.
Much of West Kendall was built out before Hurricane Andrew in 1992, and large parts were re-roofed afterward under tougher Miami-Dade wind codes, so a storm-damaged roof here usually ends in a permitted repair. Kendall West is inside the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, and the permanent work typically needs a permit from the building department, followed by in-progress and final inspections and a closed-out permit. When you choose a contractor, look for state certifications you can check yourself. Final Touch Builders holds a Florida Certified Roofing Contractor license (CCC1334811) and a Florida Certified Building Contractor license (CBC1265305), both verifiable on the Florida DBPR website.
We put a temporary cover on first, either a blue tarp or a shrink-wrap cover, to keep rain out. A cover is temporary and is not a repair. We then write up everything the storm damaged and carry out the permanent repair, so the roof, structure and interior are handled by one company under one permit path. Estimates are free.
West Kendall homes often mix original 1980s construction with post-Andrew upgrades. That means concrete block and stucco walls under tile or shingle roofs, with attached garages on most single-family homes. Townhouses and low-rise condominiums are also a substantial share of the housing here. When wind lifts tile, shingles or flashing, or a fallen limb breaks decking, the May–October rainy season and daily thunderstorms can push water into an open roof quickly.
Permits, inspections and close-out in Kendall West
The permit path applies to the permanent repair, not the cover. A permanent roof repair or re-roof, and structural repairs, typically need a permit from the city or county building department. Whether a temporary cover needs a permit is up to that department, so confirm it there. Inspections vary by city, but usually include in-progress inspections where the code requires them (for example, fastening or framing while it is visible), then a final inspection. Kendall West is in Miami-Dade County, the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, so permanent exterior roofing products there need a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA). A tarp or shrink wrap is not a code-approved or product-approved roof. After the final inspection the permit should be closed. Unpermitted work or open permits can surface at sale, refinance or insurance renewal, and code enforcement may cite them. Confirm requirements with the building department that serves your address. Contractor licenses are overseen by the Florida DBPR, and our CBC1265305 and CCC1334811 certifications can be verified on its website.
Problems to watch for in Kendall West
Tile, shingles and flashing lifted by wind
Hurricane and tropical-storm winds can pull roof covering loose and leave the underlayment or decking exposed to the next rain.
Fallen trees and limbs
A tree or large limb can break trusses, rafters and decking, which needs a structural look before anyone assumes it is only a surface problem.
Wind-driven rain inside the house
Once the roof is open, rain can soak decking, insulation, ceilings and walls. Kendall West's heavy summer rain makes that a real risk between storms.
Mold and rot from wet materials
Wet framing and drywall that stay wet in this humid climate can lead to mold and rot, so drying and repair should not be put off.
A poorly installed tarp
A tarp fastened through the middle of the roof, or stopped short of the ridge, can let water in underneath it.
A cover left up too long
Sun, heat and wind wear a temporary cover down the longer it stays up, which is why the permanent repair should follow.
Crowded repair market after a big storm
After a widespread storm, contractors and materials are in demand across the whole region, so early planning for the permanent repair helps.
What we do
- Blue tarp coverBlue polyethylene tarps fastened with wood battens along the edges and run over the ridge where the roof allows. It is a temporary measure until the permanent repair.
- Shrink-wrap coverPolyethylene film heat-shrunk tight to the roof, with fewer loose edges for wind to lift. It is designed to last up to about a year (a typical lifespan, not a promise), longer than a standard blue tarp.
- Photos and a written scopeWe take photos of the damage before and after the cover goes on, for your records and your claim. We also write up everything the storm damaged: roof covering, decking, framing, fascia, ceilings and walls.
- Structural and interior repairFraming, ceilings and walls are repaired under our Florida Certified Building Contractor license, with permits pulled when the work needs them.
- New roof, permitted and closed outRoof repair or replacement is done under our Florida Certified Roofing Contractor license. Inspections are scheduled and passed, and the permit is closed out at the end.
When to call
Hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, and in Kendall West demand for repair work tends to rise ahead of and during the season, especially in late May and after major storms. Damage that needs a cover can also come from tropical storms, severe thunderstorms and fallen trees in any month. If your roof is damaged, photograph what you can see from the ground and indoors, keep your records, and contact your insurer or agent. Then call (954) 620-7812 or use the quote form on this page. We do not promise arrival times. We will give you a free estimate and a written scope before work starts.
We serve Kendall West and the surrounding West Kendall area, including Kendale Lakes, The Hammocks, Tamiami, Richmond West, Country Walk, The Crossings, Olympia Heights, University Park, Westchester and Sunset.
Roof Tarping in Kendall West: questions we hear
- Is a tarp or shrink wrap a permanent fix for my Kendall West roof?
- No. Both are temporary covers that keep rain out until the permanent repair is done. Shrink wrap is designed to last up to about a year (a typical lifespan, not a promise), longer than a standard blue tarp, but sun, heat and wind still wear any cover down.
- Does the permanent repair need a permit in Kendall West?
- A permanent roof repair or re-roof, and structural repairs, typically need a permit from the building department. Whether a temporary cover needs one is up to that department, so confirm with the one that serves your address.
- Do the new roofing products need a Miami-Dade NOA here?
- Yes. Kendall West is inside the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, so exterior roofing products installed in the permanent repair need a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance. A tarp or shrink wrap is not a product-approved roof.
- My home is in an HOA community in West Kendall. Does that change anything?
- Associations often have their own approval requirements for exterior work, in addition to the building permit. Check with your association before the permanent roof repair, and tell us about any rules so we can plan around them.
- What should I do about my insurance claim?
- Photograph the damage, keep your records and talk to your insurer or agent. We take photos before and after the cover goes on and write up the full scope of storm damage for your records. We cannot say what a claim will include.
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