New construction roofing in Sarasota Springs, FL

Sheathing nails are ring shank, 2 1/2 inches by 0.131 inch for most decks. Over that deck, a shingle or metal roof needs one of three dry-in methods: self-adhering underlayment over the whole deck, a 3 3/4-inch strip of membrane or tape over every joint, or two layers of felt-type underlayment.

Along eaves and gables, the metal drip edge is installed over the underlayment. Nails run no more than 12 inches apart, tightening to 4 inches where the design wind speed reaches 110 mph or the mean roof height tops 33 feet. Tile follows the FRSA/TRI Seventh Edition manual and sits only on solid sheathing.

On a new building of its own construction, a general contractor can lay asphalt shingles with its own crew. Tile, metal and membrane work must go to a certified or registered roofer, and a general contractor cannot advertise itself as one without that license.

Section 110.3 puts the roofing inspection fifth of six, after foundation, framing, sheathing and exterior wall coverings, and before the final. That roofing visit looks at dry-in, insulation, coverings and flashing. Sarasota County runs virtual re-roof inspections through VuSpex, but ask the building office whether a new-home roof qualifies.

Six months of idle time after issuance voids a permit, so line up the roofing crew before you pull it. The owner may also hire a private provider for plans review or inspections under Fla. Stat. 553.791. A recorded Notice of Commencement must be posted before the first inspection.

Hermine's 63-kt gust at a Sarasota station in 2016 shows why inspectors look hard at decks and fasteners. For drainage, the code asks for gutters where eaves stick out under 6 inches, with downspouts ending a foot off the sidewall.