R.I.G. Roofing
Roofing Contractor in Lake Wales, FL
Roof repair and replacement for Ridge homes, from 1920s cottages near downtown to newer houses in the hills around Bok Tower.
R.I.G. Roofing is the Most Trusted Roofing Company in Lake Wales
Free Residential & Commercial Roof Assessments in Lake Wales | Repair or Replacement
Lake Wales homeowners, if you’ve got roof problems, let R.I.G. Roofing be your lifetime solution. We are a faith based, family owned roofing contractor offering Free Roof Estimates in Lake Wales & central Florida. After your roof assessment, you can sit down with our roofing specialist who will walk you through their findings and recommendations, while answering any questions you may have. If a roof repair is possible, that's what we'll do. If it's time for a roof replacement, we'll discuss the most affordable and best roofing materials for your roof, and of course payment and financing options. Most roof replacements in Lake Wales are completed in just one day and come with our unmatched 10 – 20 year workmanship warranty and 5-star customer service.
The Most Reliable Roofing Company in Lake Wales
Residential & Commercial Roofing in Lake Wales
High Quality Roofing Materials
Always Free No-Obligation Estimates
On-Time Roofing Appointments
Emergency Roofing Services Available
Honest Roof Repair and Replacement for Lake Wales Homes
Lake Wales, Florida homeowners rely on R.I.G. Roofing, a faith-based, family-owned contractor working out of our Winter Haven home office and showroom just up the road. Our crews have fixed leaks, installed new roofs, and cared for shingle, metal, tile, and TPO or PVC flat roofs across Polk County since 2005. In Lake Wales you get a free roof assessment, a written estimate, a one-day installation on most residential replacements, and a 10 to 20 year workmanship warranty.
Lake Wales has a character all its own, with hills, orange groves, and historic homes that do not look like anywhere else in Florida. We enjoy working here, and we bring the same patience to a century-old cottage that we bring to a brand-new build.
Our promise is simple: we inspect before we recommend, we show you photos of everything, and we only suggest a new roof when a repair will not do the job.
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Run by owners James Curtis and Bridget Curtis with a local, in-house team
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CertainTeed Select ShingleMaster credentials on our shingle installations
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Metal Roof Supply Elite Installer
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Trained and certified for TriCounty Metals panels through the Masters Edge program
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Rated A+ with the BBB, carrying the Google Guaranteed badge, and state licensed (CBC1257644, CCC1329175)
Need a Trusted Roofer in Lake Wales?
Get an honest, no-pressure roof assessment from a local team that has served Lake Wales homeowners since 2005.
LAKE WALES ROOFING GUIDE
Roofing in Lake Wales: Homes, Hills and Weather
Why Lake Wales Roofs Are Different
Lake Wales sits on the Lake Wales Ridge, home to some of the highest ground in peninsular Florida, with Bok Tower Gardens crowning Iron Mountain just north of town. That elevation means more exposure to wind than you might expect inland, and homes on hilltops or open lake frontage often take the brunt of passing storms.
The housing stock covers more than a century. Near downtown and around Lake Wailes you will find Craftsman bungalows, frame cottages, and a few Victorian and Mediterranean Revival homes from the 1910s and 1920s. The nearby Mountain Lake community, laid out by the Olmsted firm and listed on the National Register, is known for Spanish and Colonial Revival estates with clay tile. Mid-century block homes, newer subdivisions, and rural properties in the Lake Wales Highlands and along Crooked Lake fill in the rest.
Materials We Recommend for the Ridge
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Architectural shingles remain the go-to for most Lake Wales homes, with impact and wind ratings that suit hilltop exposure. Shingle roof details
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Metal roofing fits grove houses, ranch properties, and anyone who wants a long-lasting roof that sheds heavy rain fast. Metal roof details
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Clay and concrete tile suits the Spanish and Mediterranean style homes that give parts of Lake Wales their look, and we repair broken tiles as well as install new roofs. Tile roof details
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Low-slope roofs on downtown buildings, churches, and home additions are well served by TPO or PVC single-ply membranes.
Rain, Wind and What Storms Leave Behind
When Hurricane Ian passed near Lake Wales in September 2022, parts of the Lake Wales area recorded more than 21 inches of rain, and the wind uprooted large oaks across town. Most homes escaped serious harm, but heavy rain like that exposes every weak spot in a roof, from worn underlayment to cracked tile and failing flashing. Daily summer storms and hot, humid weather add steady wear in between the big events.
Around Lake Wales we most often repair cracked or slipped tiles, flashing around chimneys and walls on older homes, wind-lifted shingles on exposed ridgelines, and rotted decking hidden beneath decades-old roofs.
Lake Wales Permits Explained
Inside the city limits, roofing permits and inspections are handled by the City of Lake Wales through its permitting and inspections office. Many addresses with a Lake Wales mailing address, including the Lake Wales Highlands and much of the Crooked Lake area, are in unincorporated Polk County and are permitted by the county instead. We verify the jurisdiction, pull the permit, and schedule inspections so you do not have to.
Knowing When to Repair and When to Replace
A small leak or a handful of broken tiles on an otherwise healthy roof calls for a roof repair. A shingle roof near the end of its life, a tile roof with failed underlayment, or decking that feels soft underfoot usually means it is time for a roof replacement. A free roof assessment takes the guesswork out, and our Roof Maintenance Program helps newer roofs stay that way.
Lake Wales Neighborhoods and Neighboring Towns
We serve historic downtown Lake Wales, the Lake Wailes area, the Bok Tower and Mountain Lake area, Lake Wales Highlands, and Crooked Lake. Our crews also work in Dundee, Frostproof, Haines City, Bartow, Winter Haven, and all over Polk County.
Last updated: October 2026
Recent Roofing Projects Near Lake Wales
Real roofs from our own crews: shingle, metal, tile and commercial flat roof projects completed across Central Florida. It is the same team, the same materials and the same cleanup you can expect on Lake Wales homes and businesses.
Watch: Tile to metal roof replacement
What We Do for Lake Wales Homes and Businesses
Tile and Shingle Repair
Cracked tiles, slipped tiles, lifted shingles, and worn flashing repaired with matching materials wherever we can find them.
Roof Replacement
A new shingle, metal, tile, or flat roof for your Lake Wales home, with a full tear-off, decking inspection, and cleanup when the job is done.
Maintenance Program
Routine inspections and minor fixes that catch problems early and help your roof last as long as the manufacturer intended.
Lake Wales Area Homeowners on R.I.G. Roofing
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Absolute 5-star experience from start to finish! We recently used R.I.G. Roofing for a project on our family home at Lake Mirror in Winter Haven after dealing with a frustrating roof leak. From the ve... - More
Absolute 5-star experience from start to finish!
We recently used R.I.G. Roofing for a project on our family home at Lake Mirror in Winter Haven after dealing with a frustrating roof leak. From the very beginning, their coordination was flawless. Their website was incredibly easy to navigate, and after filling out the contact form, we received an immediate response. Wow!The entire process was completely seamless. Every single step, from the initial consultation to the inspection with a higher-level manager, receiving the estimate, the actual roof work, and the follow-up care, was handled with total professionalism. It is clear that every department at R.I.G. works hand-in-hand.
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I am so pleased with RIG ROOFING! I didn't have any problems at all from start to finish. Emory McTeer was the person I met with to get the project started. Angelina kept me informed about everything... - More
I am so pleased with RIG ROOFING! I didn't have any problems at all from start to finish. Emory McTeer was the person I met with to get the project started. Angelina kept me informed about everything during the whole process. Aaron who supervised the job was very helpful and professional. The crew was very nice. Everyone involved exceeded my expectations! - Hide
The representative from the company was very professional and knowledgeable on how to repair our roof. The two repairmen followed the instructions while repairing the roof. 5 stars to this company
The representative from the company was very professional and knowledgeable on how to repair our roof. The two repairmen followed the instructions while repairing the roof. 5 stars to this company - Hide
RIG Roofing and Construction, solved my flat carport roof issues. Emory came out and thoroughly went over my whole roof and took lots of pictures. He listened to what I had to say and offered two opti... - More
RIG Roofing and Construction, solved my flat carport roof issues. Emory came out and thoroughly went over my whole roof and took lots of pictures. He listened to what I had to say and offered two options. The crew arrived early, managed by Isai and supervised by Aaron. Let me tell you they worked. This was a complex job and watching them was like watching a well organized group. They took down the flat part, built a temporary wall to hold the exterior structure up. They replaced the structural beam, by building it in place. Attached the cross beams and replaced the plywood. Then added the ISO board to create a slight tilt, so the water would flow off the roof. Then covered it with TPO sheeting. All this in one day and it poured for an hour or so. I was impressed. Thank you so much for the work well done. - Hide
I cannot say enough great things about Aaron Chandler and RIG Roofing! Aaron's communication throughout the entire process was exceptional. He was responsive at all hours of the day and understood how... - More
I cannot say enough great things about Aaron Chandler and RIG Roofing! Aaron's communication throughout the entire process was exceptional. He was responsive at all hours of the day and understood how important our timeline was. We needed a complete reroof finished in time to satisfy insurance requirements, bind coverage, and keep our real estate closing on schedule with no delays.
RIG Roofing delivered! The entire reroof was completed in just one day, and I was extremely impressed with the quality, efficiency, and professionalism of the crew. Even the neighbors commented on how amazed they were with the process and quality of the work.
What impressed me just as much was the attention to detail. The landscaping and exterior of the home were kept in meticulous condition throughout the project, everything was cleaned up beautifully, and they even left spare shingles for the homeowners should they ever need them in the future.
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The only company I will call for any roofing work.
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Lake Wales Roofing FAQs
For a typical Lake Wales home, an architectural shingle replacement usually runs $8,000 to $18,000. Metal and tile tend to cost $10,000 to $30,000. Older homes with steep pitches or damaged decking can cost more, and smaller homes less. Once we have been up on the roof, you receive a written quote at no charge, and qualified homeowners can spread the cost out with financing.
Yes. We replace cracked and slipped tiles, rebuild failed underlayment, and reflash walls and chimneys. When a tile roof is past repair, we can replace it with new tile or walk you through switching to metal or shingle.
The City of Lake Wales permits and inspects roofs inside city limits. Properties in unincorporated areas such as the Lake Wales Highlands are permitted through Polk County. Our team handles the permit and inspections either way.
They can be. Homes on higher ground or open lakefront see more wind, so we pay close attention to fastening, edge metal, and ridge details on those roofs and recommend products rated for higher wind loads.
Yes. Many homes near downtown date to the 1920s. We handle them carefully, repair or replace original plank decking as needed, and help you choose materials that fit the home's style.
Keep your family safe, leave the ladder in the garage, and snap a few pictures from the yard. If rain is coming through a ceiling, phone (863) 294-4477 for Emergency Dry In tarping. We will then inspect the roof and record the damage in detail, useful if you later decide to bring in your insurer.
