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New construction roofing in Edgewood, FL
Only 6.9 percent of Edgewood's homes were built in 2010 or later, so most roofing work here is on older houses. Most of our work is repair and replacement, with new builds making up only a small portion. If you are building or buying a new home here, the roof follows the Florida Building Code, and the city, not the county, starts your permit.
Updated October 2026
Code and timing
Determining which code edition governs a new Edgewood roof comes first
Edgewood's permits are filed through the city, so the edition your roof answers to depends on the date your application reaches the city. Applications filed on or after December 31, 2026 fall under the Ninth Edition, which replaces the 2023 Eighth Edition now in use. If your plans are still being drawn, that filing date decides which rules your roofer must meet.
Because Edgewood's permits start with the city and are processed through the Orange County Building Department, ask the city which edition it is applying to your file. Confirm the date with the city before you sign a roofing contract.
What the inspector checks
Your new roof needs a solid deck, a suitable underlayment, and a product that carries approval
On new roofs the code sets the nailing pattern for the sheathing and one of three dry-in options for shingle and metal roofs. A roofer must choose one, and the inspector checks it before the roof covering goes on. Ask your roofer which option is planned so you can see it on the plan.
- Confirm the statewide product approval number for the roofing product on the permit.
- Check the product approval search by FL number, manufacturer or code version.
- Ask for the drip edge spacing at eaves and gables, which tightens when wind speeds run high.
Timing the work
Timing the roof around the build and the inspections keeps the project moving
The roof is inspected after framing and sheathing, and again at the roofing stage before the final. Work must begin within 6 months of issuance, and a pause of 6 months or longer can cause the permit to expire. Ask your builder to keep the roofing crew on the calendar so the permit stays active.
Questions
New construction roofing in Edgewood: questions
How long will a shingle roof last in Florida?
Florida's age profile in Edgewood shows why this matters. Most homes here were built around 1978, so many roofs are older than the newer homes in this city. A new roof will last as long as its product and installation allow, but the permit and inspection steps are what protect the roof's code compliance. Ask your roofer for the product's approval number and keep a copy with your permit file.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates (acs2024_5yr), via Census Reporter API, table B25035, read Oct 5, 2026
Who issues roof permits for a new home in Edgewood?
The City of Edgewood starts the permit. The city has partnered with the Orange County Building Department to process it. Orange County's Fast Track portal takes new applications and inspection requests online. Check the city's permitting page before you file.
Source: City of Edgewood, Building & Permitting, read Oct 5, 2026
Does a new roof need a licensed roofing contractor?
Under Florida Statute 489.113, a general or residential contractor must subcontract roofing work unless it holds a roofing certificate or registration. On a building the builder owns, the builder may put down asphalt or fiberglass shingles. Work involving tile, metal, or membrane must be handled by a roofing contractor holding a certified or registered license. Many homes in this area were built around 1978, so older roofs may need more careful inspection before replacement. Verify with the state that the contractor is in good standing before any work begins.
Source: Florida Statutes, section 489.113 (2026), read Oct 5, 2026
Do new Edgewood homes need gutters?
Under the residential code, buildings with eaves projecting less than 6 inches need gutters and downspouts, unless the roof sits at a gable end rake or over another roof. Downspout outlets must sit at least 1 foot away from the sidewall. Many homes in Edgewood were built in 1978 or earlier, so older roofs may have had different drainage setups, and it is worth checking that current gutters still meet these rules. Confirm the eave depth on your plans with your builder.
Source: 2023 Florida Building Code, Residential, 8th ed., Chapter 3 (UpCodes viewer, unofficial transcription), read Oct 5, 2026
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