Residential Roof Repair in Lakeland, FL
Polk County's Trusted Roofer: Local Branch, Local Team, 30+ Years in Florida
Family owned since 1994 · Owens Corning Platinum Preferred · Licensed and insured
Local Roof Repair Experience
In October 2024, Hurricane Milton moved directly over Polk County. Streets flooded in the Steeplechase neighborhood off Airport Road. The Shady Oak Drive area in northwest Lakeland saw severe structural damage. Roofs across the city lost shingles, flashing, and in some cases whole sections of decking.
That kind of damage does not disappear on its own.
Collis Roofing has a local branch right here in Lakeland at 2323 W. Memorial Blvd. When Milton hit, our Lakeland team was already on the ground. We are not a traveling crew that chases storms into Florida and leaves when the work dries up. We live here, we work here, and we will be here after the next storm too.
If your roof took damage and you have not had it properly inspected, call us today. What looks like a few missing shingles can be hiding a compromised deck underneath.
Residential Roof Repair Services
Lakeland roofs face a combination of threats that most of the country does not deal with at the same time: hurricane-force winds, hail, intense UV, and year-round humidity from over 38 surrounding lakes. Here is what our Lakeland team repairs:
Milton, Irma, and years of Polk County storms have shown us what Central Florida wind does to shingles, tile, and flashings. We inspect, document, and repair all hurricane-related roof damage. Our reports support your insurance claim process.
Lakeland recorded ping-pong-ball-sized hail (1.5 inches) as recently as June 2025. Hail bruises and cracks roofing materials that look fine from the street but fail during the next hard rain. We identify hail impact damage and repair it before it becomes a leak.
Florida's UV degrades asphalt shingles faster than in cooler states. Lakeland's humidity accelerates granule loss and algae growth. We replace damaged shingles, clean algae streaking, and seal vulnerable edge and valley zones.
Many Lakeland homes feature clay or concrete tile. Tiles crack from wind-lifted debris, impact, and the thermal expansion caused by hot Florida days and cooler nights. We re-set and replace individual tiles cleanly and precisely.
Chimney, skylight, and vent flashings are where most Lakeland roof leaks begin. Water finds the smallest gap at a metal-to-shingle joint and works its way inward. We find the source and fix it at the root.
Older homes in Lakeland's Dixieland Historic District and near South Lake Morton often have flat or low-slope sections. Ponding water after heavy rains is a common problem. We reseal seams and restore proper drainage.
Lakeland's proximity to dozens of lakes creates persistent humidity. Algae and moss growth cause shingle degradation and granule loss over time. We treat affected areas and repair the underlying damage.
Roof Repair in Lakeland
Lakeland sits in the center of the Florida peninsula, roughly halfway between Tampa Bay and Orlando. That location puts it directly in the path of two distinct storm systems: tropical weather pushing inland from the Gulf, and severe afternoon thunderstorms building from the east over the Atlantic corridor.
The result is that Lakeland records an average of 35 severe weather days per year. That means that in any given year, 35 days produce conditions capable of damaging your roof.
Hurricane Milton in October 2024 was the sharpest example in recent memory. Polk County bore the full force of the storm. The Steeplechase neighborhood off Airport Road flooded. Shady Oak Drive in northwest Lakeland sustained structural damage to multiple homes. The flooding around Lake Bonney reached levels that prompted the city to issue a public notice. For homeowners near the lakefront neighborhoods and in low-lying areas off the Polk Parkway, the storm's aftermath stretched for weeks.
Hail adds a threat that many homeowners underestimate. In June 2025, hailstones up to 1.5 inches in diameter fell within 25 miles of Lakeland. Hail that size does not punch through a roof immediately. Instead, it bruises and fractures asphalt granules, weakens tile edges, and compromises the waterproofing layer. The damage stays invisible until the next heavy rain finds the weak spot.
Then there is Lakeland's defining geographic feature: the lakes. The city is surrounded by more than 38 of them. That much surface water creates persistent ambient humidity throughout the year. Algae and moss growth on rooftops is extremely common in Lakeland, far more so than in drier parts of Central Florida. Left unchecked, algae works into shingle granules and accelerates their breakdown.
Older neighborhoods tell their own story. The Dixieland Historic District and the homes surrounding Lake Morton feature some of Lakeland's oldest roofing stock. Many were built for a different era of Florida weather. Maintaining and repairing them requires experience with older materials, steeper pitches, and architectural details that newer tract homes do not have.
Collis Roofing's Lakeland team understands all of this. We have been working in Polk County long enough to know which roof materials hold up in this specific climate, which neighborhoods flood first after a storm, and how to repair a roof so that it does not need the same repair again in six months.
Local Service Area
Our Lakeland branch covers Polk County and the broader Tampa Bay area
Do not see your city? Call (321) 441-2300. We likely serve your area.
How It Works
Because our team is based in Longwood, we can respond quickly and keep the process straightforward.
Call (321) 441-2300 or request a Quick Quote and tell us what you are seeing.
A Collis Roofing specialist inspects the roof, identifies the cause of the problem, and documents visible damage.
We explain the recommended repair and provide a written estimate without pressuring you into a replacement you do not need.
Our crew completes the approved repair and addresses the problem at its source.
Longwood's Local Roofing Company
1994
Founded and still family operated
23rd
Largest roofing contractor in the United States
Top 1%
GAF certified contractor in the county
50%
Repair credit toward a future replacement for up to five years
Lakeland Customer Reviews
“The Collis roofing team was thorough, responsive and hard working.They did a great job from start to finish.We had wind damage and they handled all the necessary claim documents and communicated with us, and for us throughout the entire process.Our roof looks great!Thanks Collis Roofing�
Barry H.
Residential roof repair customer
“I have used Collis Roofing for many different properties when roof work was needed. I always get multiple bids and Collis Roofing is usually one of the lower bids. I find myself always choosing them from past experiences of great communication and quality of work. I highly recommend this company.�
Beth R.
Residential roof repair customer
Why Choose Collis
Frequently Asked Questions
Our team operates from our Lakeland branch at 2323 W. Memorial Blvd, so we can often schedule an inspection within 1 to 2 business days. After major storm events, we prioritize emergency tarping for active leaks. Call (321) 441-2300 to get on the schedule right away.
Lakeland Roof Repair
Roof problems do not fix themselves. The longer a damaged roof goes without repair, the more it costs to fix. Our Lakeland team is ready to help.
Schedule Your Roof Inspection in LakelandCall or text (321) 441-2300 · Mon-Fri 8 AM-7 PM · Sat 8 AM-12 PM · Sun Closed
* Roof repair pricing, scheduling, warranty eligibility, and Collis Cares repair-credit terms vary by project. A roof inspection is required before final recommendations or pricing are provided.
