Melbourne homeowners ask us about metal more than any other roof. Here is how it works, what it costs against shingles, and what to know about a metal roof on the mainland side of the lagoon.
Metal roofing in Melbourne
Melbourne is where our Headquarters is, on North Harbor City Boulevard, so a Melbourne metal roof is a home game for us. The housing stock runs from 1950s and 60s ranches in Eau Gallie and around historic downtown to newer construction toward Viera and West Melbourne, and most of it sits within a mile or two of the Indian River Lagoon. Salt air off the lagoon is the single biggest factor in choosing your panel, which is why we talk aluminum versus steel on nearly every Melbourne visit.
METAL ROOF SAME PRICE AS SHINGLES®
Most Melbourne homeowners rule out metal on price before they ever get a number. At Hippo, price does not have to make that decision. We have built two flagship roof systems, our HippoShield™ shingle system and our DefenderRoof® metal system, and they are the same price. You see both, in writing, at the visit, and you choose the roof you would rather come home to.
Two ways to go metal
DefenderRoof exposed fastener panels
The workhorse metal roof: ribbed panels fastened through the face with gasketed screws, in Galvalume steel or aluminum, in a wide range of colors. This is the system behind the same-price-as-shingles offer.
Standing seam
Concealed fasteners, clean vertical lines and a premium look. Standing seam is a full replacement rather than an overlay, priced accordingly, and it is the roof many Melbourne homeowners choose when they want the house to look finished from the street.
What a Melbourne metal roof visit looks like
- We inspect the existing roof and the attic to confirm whether an overlay qualifies or a tear-off is the right call.
- We check the distance to salt water and recommend steel or aluminum accordingly.
- We bring color and profile samples.
- You get a written price for metal and for shingles side by side, with no pressure to decide on the spot.
- Hippo pulls the permit through the City of Melbourne and meets the inspector.
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Homeowners in Melbourne said
“Excellent installation from start to finish! Can not even tell they were there. Clean up was top notch. Very happy with our new roof. Highly recommended.”— Darrin J., Melbourne
“Hippo Roofing was very professional and efficient through the entire process. We were out of state during the install and I received daily updates with photos. I am very happy with their work.”— Sam R., Melbourne
“I highly recommend Hippo Roofing for your roofing needs. I got a beautiful metal roof, recommended by my realtor. I am so happy, I love it!”— Ernesto Q., Melbourne
“The crew that came out to install the roof was very professional and cleaned up after each day, making sure they didn’t leave any nails behind. The roof looks amazing.”— Jeffrey L., Melbourne
“The folks from Hippo are real professionals every step of the way, from sales to materials delivery, tear off and installation, quality control and oversight, through to final inspection.”— Gil H., Melbourne
“Hippo installed a metal roof with an attic vent. Hurricane Nicole was the first real test of the roof. It held up perfectly. The roof was solid and quiet.”— William T., Melbourne
Ready to see your Melbourne metal price?
Book a free roof visit and we will come out, measure, inspect and put the metal and shingle prices in writing. About an hour, no obligation.
Frequently asked questions
Can you install a metal roof over my existing shingles in Melbourne?
Often, yes. Florida code allows a new roof over one existing layer of shingles when the decking is sound, and your Roofing Consultant confirms that at the visit. Either way, the install method never decides the price: DefenderRoof® is the same price as our HippoShield™ shingle system on the same house.
Steel or aluminum for a Melbourne home?
Many Melbourne homes sit near salt water. Galvalume steel is still the panel behind METAL ROOF SAME PRICE AS SHINGLES® there, and homeowners put it on along the river and the beaches all the time. The one thing to know is that the panel manufacturer’s finish warranty carries a salt-water exclusion, so if you want that coverage near the water, aluminum is available as a priced upgrade. We confirm the distance to water at your visit and put the panel choice, and its price, in writing.
Do I need a permit for a metal roof in Melbourne?
Yes. A re-roof is permitted work in Florida. Hippo pulls the permit through the City of Melbourne under our own license, CCC1331992, and meets the inspector on site. You do not have to do any of it.
How long does a metal roof last compared to shingles?
A properly installed metal roof commonly outlasts two or three shingle roofs, and a metal roof does not lose granules, curl or grow algae the way shingles do in the Florida sun. Ask us at your visit about the manufacturer warranty options on the panel you choose.
Metal roofing near Melbourne
We also install metal roofs in Palm Bay, West Melbourne, Rockledge, Satellite Beach, Merritt Island, Titusville, Cocoa, Viera, Melbourne Beach and across Brevard County. See our general metal roofing page, or the Melbourne roofing page for everything else we do there. Headquarters: 2774 N Harbor City Blvd #102, Melbourne, FL 32935.
