Guide · Featuring Quality First Roofing
Roofs & hurricane prep
Protect the house, the insurance, and your peace of mind.
Before storm season
- Make a family plan and supply kit with the State of Florida's Plan & Prepare guide.
- Know your flood zone and whether you need flood insurance. Remember the NFIP's 30-day waiting period (Citrus County).
- Look into Florida's My Safe Florida Home program for wind-mitigation inspections and grants. Check current eligibility and funding.
- Photograph your roof, home, and belongings for insurance records.
- Have the roof inspected, especially an older roof, and fix loose or damaged shingles early.
Roofs and insurance
Roof age, type, and condition matter to Florida insurers. A wind-mitigation inspection documents roof-to-wall connections, roof deck attachment, and opening protection, which can affect premiums. Ask your insurance agent which features count for your policy.
[GREG: add your guidance on roof age and insurability, written from QFR experience]
How new homes handle wind
Hometown Builders' model plans are engineered under the 2023 Florida Building Code using ASCE 7-22 at a 140 mph, 3-second gust, with reinforced concrete block shear walls. The Crystal Manor home has an Owens Corning architectural shingle roof. More on building →
Featured roofer
Quality First Roofing
Founded in 2017 by Greg Meade and Shane Schillings, Quality First Roofing is a local roofing contractor serving Citrus and Marion County communities. The company reports completing more than 7,000 roofs.
- Office: 4212 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Lecanto, FL 34461
- Phone: Lecanto (352) 220-7367 · Ocala (352) 601-7514
- Services: residential and commercial roof replacement and repair
- Florida roofing license: [GREG: confirm QFR license number to display (third-party directory shows CCC1331249)]
- Website: qualityfirstroofingllc.com
Source: qualityfirstroofingllc.com (Home, About), checked Nov 14, 2026.