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CertainTeed Shingle Repair: The Fort Lauderdale Owner’s Guide
CertainTeed shingle repair in Fort Lauderdale typically costs $280 – $675 for a standard section repair, with full replacement of a damaged slope running $950 – $2,400 depending on square footage and shingle line. Most jobs are done in a single visit because we keep the most common CertainTeed shingles stocked on our trucks. You usually discover shingles have failed after a heavy summer storm when you find granules in your gutters, see a raised or flapping edge from the street, or notice a water stain on the ceiling after two straight days of rain.
If you’re seeing any of that, don’t wait until the next storm. A single missing shingle in Fort Lauderdale is an open invitation for wind-driven rain, and once water gets under the underlayment, the repair stops being a shingle swap and starts being a decking job.
Which CertainTeed Models This Applies To
We install and repair across the CertainTeed residential line, including XT 25, XT 30, Landmark, Landmark Pro, Northgate, and Presidential Shake. The same repair principles apply whether you’re on a starter line like XT 25 or the heavier Presidential Series, but the details matter. Landmark and Landmark Pro use a laminated architectural shingle with a 110 mph wind rating when installed per manufacturer specs. XT 25 is a three-tab shingle with a more exposed nail line and a 60 mph rating. Presidential Shake is the heaviest of the group, running about 340 pounds per square, which matters when we’re checking whether your existing decking can carry it.
The quick way to identify your current shingle: check your original invoice or look in the attic for leftover bundles. CertainTeed prints the series name on every bundle wrapper and on the back of most shingles. If that’s not available, measure the exposure: three-tab runs approximately 5 inches of exposed shingle per course, while architectural shingles expose roughly 5-5/8 inches. And one compatibility gotcha we see in Fort Lauderdale regularly: certain older CertainTeed colorways, specifically Charcoal Black and Weathered Wood from the early 2000s, have been reformulated and don’t match what’s on your roof today, even under the same name. We carry a color-match field chart and will show you the two closest current options before we start.
Mercer Roofing Co Fort Lauderdale is an independent roofing contractor. We’re not affiliated with CertainTeed, but we install and repair their shingle lines daily, and we stock OEM CertainTeed materials plus quality aftermarket equivalents where they meet spec.
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Signs Your CertainTeed Shingle Repair Is Failing
- Granular loss that’s visible from the ground. CertainTeed shingles shed manufactured granules over time, but accelerated loss means the asphalt matrix is drying out faster than it should, usually from trapped moisture or code-required underlayment that failed first. Walk your pavers after a storm and look for dark, sand-like buildup.
- Curling corners or tabs. This is the classic sign of failed adhesive strips, the sealant that locks each shingle to the one beneath it. Once two or three tabs release, wind gets underneath and starts peeling the course like a paperback cover.
- Flashing that’s pulling away at the corners. Shingle failure and flashing failure share blame constantly. If your step or counter flashing has lifted at the nail points, water will follow the nail holes behind the shingles, and the repair needs both parts addressed.
- Soft spots underfoot, especially at hips and ridges. Ridge caps take the brunt of Fort Lauderdale’s wind exposure. If a ridge cap shingle is cracked halfway through, the nail line is compromised and the repair must happen before another named storm puts the whole ridge at risk.
- Interior stains that appear days after heavy rain. A slow leak behind a shingle often doesn’t show up immediately. You see the stain on Tuesday, after the rain stopped on Saturday. That’s water that sat in the underlayment and found a path around a nail shank or a piece of flashing tape.
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AfterReplacement Cost & What’s Included
For a straightforward repair of 1 to 3 damaged CertainTeed shingles on a Fort Lauderdale roof, expect to pay $280 – $425. That includes the shingles, sealant, nails, a written line-item price before any work starts, and your 365-Day Done Right guarantee in writing. If the damage covers a full 10×10-foot section, you’re looking at $850 – $1,200. A full slope or a difficult pitch adds labor and access costs, running $1,600 – $2,400.
| Scope of Work | Typical Fort Lauderdale Installed Price |
|---|---|
| 1 – 3 shingle spot repair | $280 – $425 |
| Partial section repair (up to 100 sq ft) | $850 – $1,200 |
| Ridge cap replacement (per 10 linear feet) | $190 – $310 |
| Full slope replacement | $1,600 – $2,400 |
What drives the range: roof pitch, whether we’re on a two-story or require full fall protection, the current cost of CertainTeed stock in the Southeast distribution network, and whether the decking underneath has water damage that needs spot repair. We show you the decking before we touch it, and the written price stands unless you approve a change in writing. No surprises on the invoice.
DIY or Call Us?
What you can safely do: clear debris from your gutters, photograph the damaged area from the ground, and check the attic for water stains after a heavy rain. That’s genuinely useful information when we arrive, and it’s all zero-risk. What you shouldn’t do: climb a two-story Fort Lauderdale roof in July, pry up shingles over your head, or reseat nail lines without knowing whether the underlayment beneath is already compromised. A slipped foot on a wet tile or shingle at a 7/12 pitch is a hospital trip, and that’s if nothing worse happens.
If you’re comfortable doing a visual inspection from a ladder, fine. But leave the sealant, the flashing, and the nail pattern to someone who does this daily. Call (754) 354-1224 and we’ll send a background-checked, photo-badged technician whose name and photo you’ll have before they step onto your property. Grant Whitlock insists on that standard for every home we visit.
FAQs
Landmark and Landmark Pro shingles typically last 18 – 22 years in South Florida’s humidity and UV, while XT 25 three-tabs run 12 – 15 years before the aggregate exposure becomes a real problem. Fort Lauderdale’s heat accelerates granule loss, and our afternoon thunderstorms do the rest. Call (754) 354-1224 for a free assessment of your specific roof’s remaining life.
Yes, if fewer than three shingles are damaged and the underlayment is intact, a spot repair makes sense. If the damage is widespread or the decking below is soft, you’re patching a sinking boat, and we’ll be straight with you about replacement timing. Estimates are free, and the number is (754) 354-1224.
Most spot repairs are done in 45 – 90 minutes once we’re on the roof. Partial section replacements take 2 – 4 hours depending on pitch and access. We don’t rush the sealant cure, and our written guarantee covers the repair for a full 365 days.
We keep Landmark, Landmark Pro, and XT 25 in the most common Fort Lauderdale colorways on our trucks, along with matching ridge caps and starter strips. If your colorway is unusual or discontinued, we’ll source the closest current match the same week and show you the comparison before install. Call (754) 354-1224 and we’ll confirm stock before you book.
Written by Grant Whitlock, Owner, Mercer Roofing Co Fort Lauderdale at Mercer Roofing Co Fort Lauderdale, serving Fort Lauderdale and nearby areas.