The Best Roofing Companies in Orlando, FL: An Honest 2026 Comparison
Getting quotes from three different roofers who each say they are the best is not a comparison, it is noise. Here is how the established Orlando roofing companies actually stack up on license, certification, and experience, including us.
Orlando has no shortage of roofing companies. Some have been pouring shingles in Central Florida for three decades, some are a few years old and growing fast, and a handful only show up in your neighborhood after a hailstorm and disappear once the checks clear. Sorting the first two groups from the third is the actual job when you are picking a contractor, and it is harder than it should be because almost every company's website says the same three things: licensed, insured, family owned.
This comparison looks past the homepage copy. We pulled licensing status, manufacturer certifications, years of operation, and review patterns from independent sources, not just what each company says about itself, and we are including ourselves in the list on the same terms. If a competitor does something well, we say so. That is the only version of this post worth publishing.
Every company below is independently licensed and operating in Orlando as of July 2026. Review counts and star ratings shift constantly across platforms, so treat the figures here as a snapshot and confirm current numbers directly on Google, the Florida DBPR license lookup, or BBB before you decide. Where a specific figure came from a single source rather than a cross-checked one, we note that in the text.
Seven Orlando Roofers, Side by Side
Here is the short version. Read the breakdown below the table for the context that actually matters, the kind that does not fit in a single cell.
| Company | Years in Central FL | Known For | Certifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| JA Edwards of America | 20+ | Storm restoration, insurance claim support, four-market presence across Florida | GAF Master Elite, GAF President's Club |
| Rhino Roofing Orlando | 35+ | Shingle, tile, metal, and flat roof systems across Central Florida | Multiple manufacturer certifications (per company site) |
| Bigfoot Roofing & Construction | Not independently confirmed | Full-service roofing plus storm-related construction repair, wide Central Florida service area | Licensed and insured |
| Advantage Roofing | 30+ (BBB member since 1993, as reported) | Tile, shingle, and flat roofing, honest repair-vs-replacement assessments | Licensed and insured |
| CFL Roofing | Not independently confirmed | Responsive service, detailed inspections, insurance claim experience | Licensed and insured |
| Priority Roofing | Not independently confirmed | Rapid storm-damage response backed by national brand resources | Licensed and insured |
| CAT6 Roofing & Construction | 25+ | Roof installation, reroofing, and repair, noted for walking first-time homeowners through the insurance process | Licensed and insured |
Two things worth flagging before you read further. First, "years in Central FL" is the figure each company publishes or that independent directories report, not something we audited against incorporation records, so treat it as a starting point for your own questions rather than a verified fact. Second, a Florida roofing license and general liability insurance are the floor, not the differentiator. Every company on this list clears that bar. What separates them is everything below.
What Each Company Is Actually Good At
Rhino Roofing Orlando
LongevityIndependent review aggregators put Rhino's average around 4.8 stars across Google, Yelp, and BBB, and the company has been operating in Central Florida for over three decades. That kind of track record is hard to fake. One thing worth checking directly: as of this writing they are not listed as BBB accredited, which does not mean much on its own, but it is a five-minute check worth doing before you sign anything with any contractor on this list.
Bigfoot Roofing & Construction
Broad service rangeAn independent research aggregator lists Bigfoot at 4.8 stars from 74 reviews, and the company covers a wide swath of Central Florida beyond Orlando proper. They handle storm-related construction repair alongside roofing, which is useful if a storm damaged more than just your roof.
Advantage Roofing
Repair-first honestyAdvantage is called out specifically, alongside a couple of other Orlando roofers, for a repair-first approach: they are reported to say so when a targeted repair will do the job instead of defaulting to a full replacement. If that reporting holds up when you call them, that is a genuinely good sign in an industry where the incentive usually runs the other way.
CFL Roofing
Local and responsiveDescribed as a local favorite with a focus on detailed inspections and experience with insurance claims. There is less independently verifiable data available on CFL than on the larger names here, which is not a red flag by itself, but it does mean you should lean harder on direct references and a license check before signing.
Priority Roofing
Storm responsePositioned around fast response after storm damage, backed by the resources of a larger national brand. That combination can mean quicker scheduling during a busy storm season, though it is worth asking directly whether your specific job is handled by a local crew or routed through a broader regional operation.
CAT6 Roofing & Construction
First-time homeowner guidanceIndependent reviews specifically mention CAT6 walking first-time homeowners through the insurance side of a roofing project without pressure, which matters more than it sounds like if you have never filed a claim before and do not know what is normal.
Where JA Edwards Fits In
We are not the oldest name on this list, and we will not pretend otherwise. What we bring is GAF Master Elite certification, a distinction held by a small percentage of roofing contractors nationally, and GAF's President's Club recognition on top of it. Both are earned through verified installation standards and customer satisfaction tracking, not self-reported.
We operate across four Florida markets, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, and Port St. Lucie, which means our crews see a wider range of storm conditions and insurance carriers than a single-city operation typically does. That shows up in how we handle the claims side of a roof replacement: we attend adjuster meetings with homeowners as a standard part of the process, not an upsell.
Where we are most useful is exactly the situation this post is written for: comparing quotes after storm damage, when the pressure to sign quickly is highest and the difference between a good contractor and a bad one is hardest to see from the outside.
Five Things to Check Before You Sign
License status
Look up the contractor's license directly at myfloridalicense.com. Confirm it is active, matches the company name on your quote, and covers the type of work being done.
Who does the work
Ask directly whether your roof is installed by direct employees or subcontracted crews. Neither answer disqualifies a company, but you deserve to know before you sign.
The 25 percent rule
Under Florida building code, if repair costs exceed 25 percent of a full replacement, the entire roof must be brought up to current code. A straight answer about this threshold on your specific roof is a good early signal.
Written, itemized estimates
Materials, labor, permit fees, and warranty terms should each be their own line, not folded into one number. A vague estimate is harder to hold anyone to later.
Recent local references
Ask for two or three references from jobs completed in the last six months in your specific area, not a curated testimonial page.
Same-day pressure
A contractor pushing you to sign the same day they knock on your door, especially right after a storm, is a pattern worth being cautious about regardless of how good the pitch sounds.
Most Orlando homeowners get two to three quotes before deciding, and comparing itemized estimates side by side, using the checks above, is the fastest way to spot one that is missing something. If you want a straightforward Orlando quote to compare against what you already have, request a free inspection from our Orlando team and we will give you the same itemized breakdown we would want if we were the ones comparing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I verify a roofing contractor's license in Florida?
Search the company or license number at myfloridalicense.com, the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation's public lookup. Confirm the license is active, matches the exact business name on your quote, and check for any disciplinary history before signing a contract.
Should I get multiple quotes before choosing an Orlando roofer?
Yes. Most homeowners get two to three quotes, and comparing itemized estimates side by side is the easiest way to spot a bid that is missing a line item, whether that is permit costs, decking repair, or warranty terms.
What does GAF Master Elite actually mean?
It is a certification GAF awards to a small percentage of the roofing contractors it works with nationally, based on verified installation quality, licensing, insurance, and customer satisfaction tracking. It is not a title a contractor can simply claim; GAF audits it.
Is the oldest or biggest roofing company always the best choice?
Not necessarily. Longevity is a reasonable signal of stability, but certification, how a company handles insurance claims, and whether crews are direct employees or subcontracted all matter more for the outcome on your specific roof than age alone.
What is Florida's 25 percent roofing rule?
If the cost of a roof repair exceeds 25 percent of the cost of a full replacement, Florida building code requires the entire roof to be brought up to current code, which can turn a planned repair into a full replacement. Ask any contractor to walk you through this threshold on your specific roof before agreeing to a repair.
Should I be cautious of a roofer who knocks on my door after a storm?
Caution is reasonable, not automatic disqualification. Some legitimate contractors do canvas storm-affected neighborhoods. The warning sign is pressure to sign the same day, requests for large upfront payment before any work or permitting, or reluctance to provide local references.
Notes on This Comparison
Company information was gathered from independent review platforms and licensing directories as of July 2026, including Yelp, BBB, and third-party roofer directories, cross-checked against each company's own site where available. Review counts and star ratings change frequently; verify current figures directly before making a decision.
JA Edwards of America is included in this comparison on the same criteria applied to every other company. We are a licensed roofing contractor (CCC1334804) and certified general contractor (CGC1534283) serving Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, and Port St. Lucie.