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Commercial Roofing Cost in Tampa, FL (2026)

Typical commercial roofing costs in Tampa per square for each roof system, plus a free inspection and written estimate scheduled the same day you call.

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Typical published ranges for Tampa. The contractor's written estimate is the price, and the inspection is free.

WorkTypical range
Inspection and written estimate for repair or replacement in TampaScheduled the day you call Free
TPO, new over sound insulation$4.15 to $5.70 per sq ft $415 to $570per square (100 sq ft)
TPO, tear-off with new insulation$9.40 to $14.65 per sq ft $940 to $1,465per square (100 sq ft)
EPDM, new over sound insulation$4.40 to $6.05 per sq ft $440 to $605per square (100 sq ft)
EPDM, tear-off with new insulation$9.65 to $14.95 per sq ft $965 to $1,495per square (100 sq ft)
PVC, new over sound insulation$5.40 to $6.45 per sq ft $540 to $645per square (100 sq ft)
PVC, tear-off with new insulation$12.75 to $15.40 per sq ft $1,275 to $1,540per square (100 sq ft)
Modified bitumen$4 to $8 per sq ft $400 to $800per square (100 sq ft)
Built-up roof (BUR)$4 to $10 per sq ft $400 to $1,000per square (100 sq ft)
Metal roof, most jobs$4 to $16 per sq ft $400 to $1,600per square (100 sq ft)
Standing seam steel$12.75 to $15.90 per sq ft $1,275 to $1,590per square (100 sq ft)
Silicone coating$1.50 to $4.50 per sq ft $150 to $450per square (100 sq ft)
Acrylic coating$0.50 to $3 per sq ft $50 to $300per square (100 sq ft)
Tear-off and disposal (single-ply)$1 to $2 per sq ft $100 to $200per square (100 sq ft)
Most flat roof repairs $300 to $1,100per repair
Seam repair $200 to $1,000per repair
Flashing repair $200 to $750per repair
Drain repair $70 to $500per repair
Stand-alone inspection visit $200 to $1,500+per visit
Infrared moisture scan$0.05 to $0.12 per sq ft $5 to $12per square (100 sq ft)
Maintenance program 1% to 3%of replacement cost per year

The short answer

A new single-ply commercial roof in Tampa, such as TPO, typically runs about $415 to $570 per square when it goes over sound insulation, and about $940 to $1,465 per square with a full tear-off and new insulation. A square is 100 square feet. A silicone coating on a roof that qualifies runs about $150 to $450 per square. Most single repairs cost a few hundred dollars.

The price table on this page shows typical ranges from published national cost guides by Roof Observations, Fixr, Angi and The Pricer, not a quote for your building. To get the real number, call (656) 233-6113 or send the form. We call you back and get your inspection and written estimate scheduled the same day you reach us.

What moves the price the most

Tear-off or recover. This is the biggest swing. If the old roof and insulation are dry and sound, a new roof can often go over the top. If the old roof must come off, you pay for removal, disposal and new insulation. That can more than double the cost per square.

Wet insulation. Wet insulation has to come out, whether you repair, coat or replace. A moisture scan before the estimate tells you how much. Without one, the price can change once the roof is opened up.

Insulation thickness. Code sets how much insulation a new roof needs. Roof Observations notes that much of the South calls for about R-25 above the deck. Adding insulation to meet code is a big part of the price on a tear-off.

Roof size and shape. Big, simple roofs cost less per square than small roofs with lots of corners, walls and units.

Rooftop units, pipes and drains. Every unit, curb, pipe and drain needs flashing. More of them means more labor.

Access. A one-story warehouse with an easy ladder is cheaper to work on than a five-story office that needs a crane.

Wind rules. Florida roof systems must meet tested wind-uplift ratings, with more fasteners or adhesive at edges and corners. That adds cost compared with some other states, and it is worth paying for in Tampa.

Code and permits. Florida's 25 percent rule can affect large repairs on older roofs. Roofs built to the 2007 Florida Building Code or later only need the repaired part to meet current code.

Cost by roof system

TPO. The most common white single-ply roof. Reflects sun. About $415 to $570 per square over sound insulation and $940 to $1,465 with tear-off. See TPO roofing.

PVC. A white single-ply roof that handles grease and chemicals well. About $540 to $645 per square over sound insulation and $1,275 to $1,540 with tear-off.

EPDM. Black or white rubber. Easy to patch. About $440 to $605 per square over sound insulation and $965 to $1,495 with tear-off. See EPDM roofing.

Modified bitumen and built-up. Layered asphalt systems. About $400 to $800 per square for modified bitumen and $400 to $1,000 for built-up.

Metal. About $400 to $1,600 per square for most jobs, and about $1,275 to $1,590 for standing seam steel. Lasts the longest. See metal roofing.

Coatings. Silicone at about $150 to $450 per square, acrylic at about $50 to $300. Only for roofs that are dry underneath. See roof coatings.

Cost of repairs

Most flat roof repairs run about $300 to $1,100. Seam repairs run about $200 to $1,000, flashing about $200 to $750, and drain repairs about $70 to $500. Big leaks with wet insulation can cost more. See flat roof repair.

Cost of inspections and maintenance

The inspection and written estimate we set up for repair or replacement work are free. A stand-alone inspection for a sale or lender often costs about $200 to $1,500 or more. An infrared moisture scan runs about $5 to $12 per square. See commercial roof inspection.

A maintenance program typically costs about 1 to 3 percent of the roof's replacement cost per year, according to Roofing Contractor magazine. The same article cites an industry study that put a roof's life-cycle cost at about $0.14 per square foot with proactive care, compared with up to $0.25 when owners only fix problems after they show up. See roof maintenance programs.

A worked example

Say you manage a one-story warehouse in Tampa with a 20,000 square foot flat roof. That is 200 squares.

  • If the roof is dry and sound, a silicone coating might run about $30,000 to $90,000.
  • If a new TPO roof can go over the old one, about $83,000 to $114,000.
  • If the old roof must come off and new insulation goes down, about $188,000 to $293,000.

That spread is why the moisture check matters. It tells you which of those three jobs you are pricing.

How to compare estimates

Line up every estimate item by item. Check that each one lists:

  • The roof system, brand and thickness
  • Tear-off or recover
  • How much wet insulation is being replaced, and how it was found
  • Insulation type and thickness
  • Edge metal, flashing and drain work
  • The Florida product approval number
  • Who pulls the permit
  • The warranty, what it covers, how long, and who backs it

The lowest total is not always the lowest price. A cheap estimate that skips wet insulation or edge metal can cost more within a few years.

Frequently asked questions

What does a commercial roof cost per square foot in Tampa?

Published national guides put a new TPO roof at about $4.15 to $5.70 per square foot over sound insulation and $9.40 to $14.65 with a full tear-off and new insulation. EPDM and PVC run close to that. Silicone coatings run about $1.50 to $4.50. Your written estimate gives the price for your building.

What is a roofing square?

A square is 100 square feet of roof. A 10,000 square foot roof is 100 squares. Roofers price most commercial work per square or per square foot.

How much does it cost to replace a 20,000 square foot flat roof?

A 20,000 square foot roof is 200 squares. At typical TPO tear-off ranges of $940 to $1,465 per square, that is about $188,000 to $293,000. If the old roof is dry and a new roof can go over it, the cost can drop a lot. A coating, if the roof qualifies, costs far less again.

Why are my estimates so far apart?

Estimates often differ in what they include. Line them up item by item. Check sheet thickness, insulation, tear-off or recover, how much wet insulation gets replaced, edge metal, flashing, the product approval and the warranty.

Does insurance pay for a new commercial roof after a hurricane?

Insurance often pays for damage from a sudden event like wind, minus your deductible. It usually does not pay for wear and age. Report damage quickly and keep dated photos. Florida law bars contractors from offering to waive your deductible.

Is the inspection really free?

Yes. The inspection and written estimate we set up for repair or replacement work cost you nothing, and there is no obligation. Stand-alone reports for a sale or lender, or a full infrared scan, are often paid.

Can I spread the cost out?

Some owners phase the work. They fix the worst sections first, or coat now and replace later. Some contractors offer financing. Ask about both when you get your estimate.

Does Florida's 25 percent rule change the price?

It can. If a roof was built before the 2007 Florida Building Code, a large repair may require bringing more of the roof up to current code. Roofs built to the 2007 code or later only need the repaired part to meet current code.

Get your written estimate

Call (656) 233-6113 or send the form. Tell us the building address and what is going on. We call you back and get your inspection and written estimate scheduled the same day you call.

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