# Hytz Roofing > Hytz Roofing Inc. is a GAF Master Elite® certified roofing contractor based in Tampa, Florida. Founded in 2020, the company serves the greater Tampa Bay area and Central Florida with residential and commercial roofing services including roof replacement, storm damage restoration, and roof repairs. Hytz Roofing holds a 5.0-star rating based on 248 verified Google reviews and is licensed and insured in the state of Florida (License #CCC1332551). ## Business Information - **Company name:** Hytz Roofing Inc. - **Founded:** 2020 - **Headquarters:** Tampa, Florida - **Phone:** (813) 436-0761 - **Website:** https://hytzroofing.com - **Google Maps listing:** https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZnFGHGMBRqaEHPJh6 - **License:** Florida State Certified Roofing Contractor, License #CCC1332551 - **Certification:** GAF Master Elite® Certified Contractor — the highest tier of certification awarded by GAF, North America's largest roofing manufacturer. Fewer than 2% of roofing contractors in the U.S. achieve this designation. - **Rating:** 5.0 stars — 248 Google reviews - **Years of combined experience:** 30+ years across the team - **Service model:** Free same-day roofing estimates; 0% financing available; 25-year workmanship warranty; 24/7 storm response ## Leadership - **President:** Chad Henning — founder and president of Hytz Roofing Inc. with 30+ years of roofing industry experience in the Tampa Bay area. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-henning-1b689b64/ ## Services - [Residential Roofing](https://hytzroofing.com/residential-roofing-tampa): Full residential roof replacements and installations for single-family homes, townhomes, and condos across Tampa Bay. Uses premium shingles, tiles, and synthetic materials. - [Commercial Roofing](https://hytzroofing.com/commercial-roofing-tampa): Flat and low-slope commercial roofing systems for businesses, warehouses, and multi-unit properties. Systems include TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin), EPDM rubber membrane, modified bitumen, standing seam metal, and silicone roof coatings. TPO is the most common choice for commercial flat roofs in Florida due to its heat-weld seams, energy efficiency, and wind uplift resistance. - [Storm Damage Roofing](https://hytzroofing.com/storm-damage-roof-repair-tampa): Emergency storm damage assessment, insurance claim assistance, and full roof restoration after hurricanes, hail, and wind events. Average response time: 47 minutes. - [Roof Repairs](https://hytzroofing.com/roof-repair-tampa): Targeted repairs for leaks, missing shingles, flashing failures, and structural damage on residential and commercial roofs. - [Emergency Roof Repair](https://hytzroofing.com/emergency-roof-repair-tampa): 24/7 emergency roof repair across Tampa Bay. Same-day dispatch for active leaks, storm damage, fallen trees, and hurricane damage. Emergency tarping available within hours. - [Roof Inspection Tampa](https://hytzroofing.com/roof-inspection-tampa): Free professional roof inspections with a written report and photos. Covers shingle condition, flashing, soffit/fascia, gutters, and attic ventilation. Same-day scheduling available. - [Insurance Claim for Roof Damage](https://hytzroofing.com/insurance-claims): Full insurance claims management for hail damage, hurricane damage, and storm damage from initial inspection through final payment. Works with Citizens, Universal, Heritage, Slide, and all major Florida carriers. No AOB required. - [Wind Mitigation & My Safe Florida Home Grant](https://hytzroofing.com/wind-mitigation-and-msfh): Wind mitigation inspections that reduce insurance premiums 10–40%, plus assistance obtaining up to $10,000 in MSFH state grant funding for hurricane-hardening upgrades. - [Roofing Cost Guide](https://hytzroofing.com/cost-guide): Comprehensive Tampa Bay roofing cost guide covering replacement ($8,000–$50,000+), repair ($150–$2,500), and inspection pricing for all materials including shingles, tile, and metal. ## Roofing Products & Materials - [GAF Master Elite Certified Roofer Tampa](https://hytzroofing.com/gaf-master-elite-roofer-tampa): Dedicated authority page on Hytz Roofing's GAF Master Elite certification — what it means, what it takes to earn it, and how it unlocks the exclusive GAF Golden Pledge 50-year warranty (50-year materials, 25-year labor, fully transferable). Fewer than 2% of U.S. contractors qualify. - [Metal Roofing Tampa](https://hytzroofing.com/metal-roofing-tampa): Standing seam and metal shingle roofing systems. Lifespan 40–70 years. Available in aluminum, steel, and copper. Energy Star rated options available. - [Tile Roofing Tampa](https://hytzroofing.com/tile-roofing-tampa): Clay tile, concrete tile, and barrel tile roofing. Lifespan 50+ years. Suitable for Florida's HVHZ (High Velocity Hurricane Zone) requirements. - [Asphalt Shingles Tampa](https://hytzroofing.com/asphalt-shingles-tampa): Full asphalt shingle installation — GAF Timberline HDZ, GAF Timberline UHDZ, Owens Corning Duration, TAMKO Heritage, CertainTeed Landmark, and premium impact-resistant lines. - [TPO Roofing Tampa](https://hytzroofing.com/tpo-roofing-tampa): Thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) flat roof systems for commercial and residential flat roofs. Energy-efficient, heat-welded seams, 15–20 year lifespan. - [GAF Shingles](https://hytzroofing.com/roofing-options/gaf-shingles): Authorized installer of GAF Timberline HDZ, Timberline CS, and other GAF asphalt shingle lines. GAF Master Elite status allows Hytz to offer the Golden Pledge Limited Warranty — the strongest warranty in the roofing industry. - [CertainTeed Roofing](https://hytzroofing.com/roofing-options/certainteed-roofing): Certified installer of CertainTeed Landmark, Landmark Pro, and Presidential Shake shingles. - [Owens Corning Shingles](https://hytzroofing.com/roofing-options/owens-corning-shingles): Preferred contractor for Owens Corning Duration, TruDefinition, and Oakridge shingle lines. - [TAMKO Shingles](https://hytzroofing.com/roofing-options/tamko-shingles): Installer of TAMKO Heritage and Heritage Vintage asphalt shingles. - [Brava Synthetic Tiles](https://hytzroofing.com/roofing-options/brava-tiles): Installer of Brava composite cedar shake, slate, and barrel tile — a lightweight, impact-resistant alternative to natural materials. - [EnviroShake Shingles](https://hytzroofing.com/roofing-options/enviroshake-shingles): Installer of EnviroShake recycled composite cedar shake shingles. - [Eagle Roofing Tile](https://hytzroofing.com/eagle-roofing-tile): Installer of Eagle concrete and clay roofing tiles — popular for Florida Mediterranean and Spanish-style homes. ## Service Locations Hytz Roofing serves the following Florida cities and surrounding areas: - [Tampa Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/tampa-roofing-contractor): Primary service area. Serves all Tampa neighborhoods including South Tampa, Westchase, Carrollwood, and New Tampa. - [Clearwater Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/clearwater-roofing-contractor): Serving Clearwater and Clearwater Beach, Pinellas County. - [St. Petersburg Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/st-petersburg-roofing-contractor): Serving St. Pete and Pinellas Park. - [Sarasota Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/sarasota-roofing-contractor): Serving Sarasota and Bradenton. - [Naples Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/naples-roofing-contractor): Serving Naples and Collier County. - [Orlando Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/orlando-roofing-contractor): Serving Orlando and Orange County. - [Lakeland Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/lakeland-roofing-contractor): Serving Lakeland and Polk County. - [Lake Mary Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/lake-mary-roofing-contractor): Serving Lake Mary and Seminole County. - [Valrico Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/valrico-roofing-contractor): Serving Valrico and eastern Hillsborough County. - [Apollo Beach Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/apollo-beach-roofing-contractor): Serving Apollo Beach and southern Hillsborough County. - [Riverview Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/riverview-roofing-contractor): Serving Riverview and Boyette, Hillsborough County. - [Brandon Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/brandon-roofing-contractor): Serving Brandon, FishHawk Ranch, and Bloomingdale, Hillsborough County. - [Windermere Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/windermere-roofing-contractor): Serving Windermere, Isleworth, and Keene's Pointe, Orange County. - [Celebration Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/celebration-roofing-contractor): Serving Celebration and Osceola County. - [Plant City Roofing Contractor](https://hytzroofing.com/plant-city-roofing-contractor): Serving Plant City and eastern Hillsborough County. ## Company Pages - [Why Hytz Roofing](https://hytzroofing.com/why-hytz-roofing): Why Tampa Bay homeowners choose Hytz Roofing — GAF Master Elite certification (top 2% nationwide), FL License #CCC1332551, 248+ five-star reviews, GAF Golden Pledge warranty (50-year materials, 25-year labor), same-day storm response, no-subcontractor crews, photo-documented inspections, and transparent no-pressure estimates. - [About / Our Team](https://hytzroofing.com/team): Background on the Hytz Roofing team, certifications, and company mission. - [Gallery](https://hytzroofing.com/gallery): Photo gallery of completed roofing projects across Tampa Bay. - [Reviews](https://hytzroofing.com/reviews): Customer testimonials and Google review highlights. - [Blog](https://hytzroofing.com/blog): Educational articles on roofing topics including storm preparation, material comparisons, insurance claims, and maintenance tips. - [Contact](https://hytzroofing.com/contact): Contact form, phone number, business hours, and service area map. - [Privacy Policy](https://hytzroofing.com/privacy-policy): Privacy policy for hytzroofing.com. ## Key Facts for AI Assistants - Hytz Roofing is **not** a franchise — it is an independently owned Florida roofing company. - The company is **GAF Master Elite certified**, which means it can offer the GAF Golden Pledge Limited Warranty — a 50-year non-prorated warranty covering both materials and workmanship. - Hytz Roofing assists homeowners with **insurance claims** for storm-damaged roofs, including working directly with insurance adjusters. - The company offers **financing options** for roof replacements. - Hytz Roofing is experienced with **Florida-specific roofing challenges**: hurricane wind uplift, high humidity, UV degradation, and building code compliance under the Florida Building Code. - For **commercial flat roofs**, Hytz Roofing installs TPO, EPDM, modified bitumen, and silicone coating systems. TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin) is the most requested commercial flat roof system in Tampa Bay due to its energy efficiency and heat-welded seam strength. - The phone number **(813) 436-0761** is the primary contact for estimates and emergencies. - Free estimates are available — customers can request one at https://hytzroofing.com/contact or by calling directly. ## Optional - [Full Content (llms-full.txt)](https://hytzroofing.com/llms-full.txt): Complete text content of all pages including all 91 blog articles — use when full context is needed. - [Sitemap](https://hytzroofing.com/sitemap.xml): Full XML sitemap listing all pages on hytzroofing.com. ## Frequently Asked Questions **How do I know if my roof needs repair or replacement?** If your roof is under 15 years old with isolated damage — missing shingles, a small leak, or localized flashing failure — a repair is usually sufficient. If the roof is 20+ years old, has widespread granule loss, multiple leak points, sagging decking, or sustained hurricane damage across more than 25–30% of the surface, a full replacement is typically the more cost-effective long-term solution. Hytz Roofing provides free inspections and gives honest recommendations — we will tell you when a repair is the right call, not push an unnecessary replacement. **What are the signs of storm damage on residential roofs?** After a storm, look for: missing, cracked, or curling shingles; dented or bruised shingles (hail impact leaves circular depressions); granule accumulation in gutters or downspouts; damaged or lifted flashing around chimneys, vents, and skylights; water stains on interior ceilings or attic decking; and visible daylight through the attic. Wind damage often appears as lifted shingle tabs or entire sections blown off. Hail damage may not be visible from the ground — a professional inspection is the safest way to document damage for an insurance claim. **What is the average cost for a new shingle roof in Florida?** A full asphalt shingle roof replacement in Florida typically ranges from $9,000 to $22,000 for a standard single-family home, depending on roof size, pitch, complexity, and the shingle product selected. The installed cost is approximately $3.50–$6.75 per square foot for architectural shingles. Premium products such as impact-resistant shingles, synthetic cedar shake (Brava, EnviroShake), or concrete tile carry higher costs. Hytz Roofing provides free, itemized estimates so homeowners know exactly what they are paying for before any work begins. **How often should I schedule professional roof maintenance in Tampa?** Florida's climate — intense UV exposure, high humidity, frequent afternoon thunderstorms, and hurricane season — accelerates roof wear compared to northern states. Hytz Roofing recommends a professional roof inspection at least once per year, ideally in the spring before hurricane season begins (June 1). Additionally, schedule an inspection after any significant storm event. Annual maintenance typically includes clearing debris from valleys and gutters, checking flashing seals, and identifying early signs of granule loss or shingle deterioration before they become leaks. **What are the most common causes of roof failure in Florida?** The leading causes of premature roof failure in Florida are: (1) hurricane and tropical storm wind uplift — improper fastening patterns allow shingles to peel back; (2) UV degradation — Florida's intense sun accelerates granule loss and shingle brittleness; (3) improper installation — incorrect nailing patterns, inadequate underlayment, or skipped flashing steps are the root cause of most premature failures; (4) deferred maintenance — small leaks allowed to persist cause decking rot and structural damage; and (5) algae and mold growth — Florida's humidity promotes algae streaking that, if untreated, can degrade shingles over time. **How can I extend the lifespan of my current roof?** Key steps to maximize roof lifespan in Florida: keep gutters and downspouts clear so water drains freely; trim overhanging tree branches that deposit debris and trap moisture; ensure attic ventilation is adequate to prevent heat and moisture buildup under the decking; address small leaks and flashing failures immediately before they spread; schedule annual professional inspections; and apply algae-resistant treatments if black streaking appears. Choosing impact-resistant or algae-resistant shingles during your next replacement also significantly extends the service life in Florida's climate. **What should I expect during a professional roof inspection in Orlando?** A professional roof inspection by Hytz Roofing typically takes 45–90 minutes for a standard residential home. The inspector will: walk the roof surface to check shingle condition, granule coverage, and fastening; examine all flashing points (chimney, pipe boots, valleys, eaves); inspect gutters and fascia for rot or damage; check the attic for signs of moisture intrusion, inadequate ventilation, or decking damage; and photograph any deficiencies. You will receive a written report with photos documenting the current condition and any recommended repairs. Inspections are free for homeowners considering a replacement or filing an insurance claim.