Veteran-owned, state-licensed roofing contractor serving The Villages and surrounding Sumter, Marion & Lake Counties areas. Roofing and construction across Central Florida since 1990. Direct permit handling. Free written estimates.
The Villages ARC approves specific metal roof systems and colors. Standing seam in approved colors (navy, hunter green, bronze, specific grays) works well in many villages. Some villages require tile check your HOA rules first. Sarge knows the approvals process.
The Villages Climate & Your Roof: The Villages sits on the Central Florida ridge hot, sunny, with less tree cover than Ocala. UV exposure is the primary roof killer here. Reflective systems pay off.
Local Permit Process: Permits depend on which county your home sits in Sumter, Marion, or Lake. Sarge handles all three. ARC approval MUST come before permit submission in The Villages.
Primary: The Villages proper
Nearby Communities: Spanish Springs, Sumter Landing, Brownwood, Fruitland Park
County: Sumter, Marion & Lake Counties
Typical Price Range:
Every home is different Sarge provides written estimates on-site after inspection.
All major metal roof system types available, installed to Florida Building Code with manufacturer-spec materials:
Concealed fastener, clean modern look, 40-70 year life. Gold standard for residential metal.
Classic Florida farmhouse metal. More economical than standing seam, proven track record.
Commercial-grade exposed fastener. Strong ribs, wider coverage per panel. Economical for large roofs.
Villages homes often have HOA insurance requirements beyond state minimums. Many require certified roofing contractor work only Sarge qualifies with both state licenses.
How Sarge helps with your insurance claim: We document roof damage with dated photos, provide detailed repair estimates in carrier-required format, and meet with your adjuster on-site during inspection. Under Florida law, we cannot negotiate the claim itself that's the homeowner's or a licensed public adjuster's role but we handle all the roofing documentation so you can submit a complete claim.
Warning: Be careful of storm-chasing contractors from out of state. Florida's AOB and contractor solicitation laws are strict. A local, state-licensed contractor (CCC1334499 & CRC1335172) like Sarge protects you from the legal and warranty issues that come with fly-by-night storm contractors.
Sarge (Sal Ybarra) is a Florida veteran who runs State Certified Roofing from Belleview. Not a franchise, not a storm chaser a real local contractor who lives in the community he serves.
CCC1334499 (Roofing Contractor) and CRC1335172 (Residential Contractor). Fully insured. Can pull roofing AND structural permits which matters when decking repair or framing is involved.
Decades of roofing experience in Florida specifically. Knows the climate, the codes, the manufacturers, the permit offices, and what actually lasts vs. what just looks good on paper.
Small, focused operation you're not passed between salespeople. When you call (352) 696-8989, you talk to Sarge or get a callback from Sarge the same business day.
Sarge knows The Villages, Sumter, Marion & Lake Counties, and the surrounding areas. Knows the permit office, knows the typical home construction, knows what systems work best in this active adult community.
Written estimates with itemized line items. No bait-and-switch. No hidden fees. No high-pressure sales. If we can't help, we'll tell you and often refer you to someone who can.
Free on-site inspection and written estimate. Sarge will tell you what your roof actually needs whether that's repair, rejuvenation, or full replacement. No pressure, no upsells.
Call (352) 696-8989Proudly serving The Villages & surrounding Sumter, Marion & Lake Counties communities: Spanish Springs, Sumter Landing, Brownwood, Fruitland Park
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Roofing and construction since 1990. U.S. Army veteran-owned. Florida licensed. No pressure, no obligations just an honest roof assessment from someone who has been doing this since before most roofers were born.
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