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New construction roofing in Orlando means installing a roof on a home that’s being built from the ground up, and it typically costs between $9,500 and $18,000 depending on the home’s footprint, pitch, and the shingle system you choose. That’s a wide range because Orlando’s new builds run the spectrum from compact bungalows in College Park to two-story craftsman-style homes in Baldwin Park, and the roof is one of the few places where the builder’s default spec often leaves real money on the table over the life of the home. If you’re working with a custom builder or acting as your own general contractor, you’ll want a roofer who can coordinate directly with the framing crew, hit the inspection windows on time, and put every material and labor cost in writing before the first bundle of shingles hits the deck. That’s exactly the work Mercer Roofing Co Orlando has done across the Orlando metro since we were founded in 2000, and you can reach us any time at (850) 757-3564.
We’re the roofing partner for homeowners and builders who don’t want a stranger walking their job site unannounced. Before any of our technicians arrive, you get their name and photo sent to you. When they pull up, they’re in a clean, marked uniform with a photo ID badge, and they’ve already passed a background check under the Threshold Verified standard. That matters as much on a new construction site, where there’s an open shell and a lot going on, as it does on an occupied home. New construction is a subset of our full Roof Replacement & Installation in Orlando work, but it has its own rhythm: we’re roofing on a schedule dictated by the builder, the weather, and Osceola clay or Lake Apopka sand that can slow a job down if you don’t plan for it.
When You Need New Construction
New construction roofing applies in more situations than you might think. If any of these sound familiar, you’re in the right place:
- You’re building a custom home and need a roofer who can work directly with your builder. In areas like Dr. Phillips and Windermere, custom builds often have complex roof lines with multiple valleys and dormers, and the roofer needs to be on the same schedule as the framing and masonry crews. We coordinate with your GC so permits and inspections don’t stall.
- You’re acting as your own general contractor. This is common in Orlando’s eastern growth corridors like Wedgefield and Bithlo, where homeowners buy a lot and manage the build themselves. You need a roofer who will hand you a written price and keep the job moving without you having to chase us down.
- You’re adding a new-construction ADU or garage apartment. Orlando’s zoning changes have made accessory dwelling units more practical, and a separate structure needs its own roof system, flashing, and underlayment, not an afterthought tacked onto the main house.
- Your builder’s spec roof doesn’t match the shingle brand or warranty you want. Many production builders in communities like Lake Nona and Horizon West put a builder-grade shingle on by default. You can upgrade to a GAF or CertainTeed system and get the manufacturer-backed warranty you actually want, rather than whatever came standard.
- You bought a new construction lot and the home is at the dry-in stage. Dry-in means the roof deck is on and the structure is weathertight, which is the moment the roofing crew needs to be there. In Orlando’s summer storm season, a delay of even a few days means water getting into the framing, and that’s an expensive problem to un-have.
- You’re an investor building a rental or spec home. In neighborhoods like Parramore and Washington Shores, we see a lot of new builds intended as rentals or resales. You need a roof that’s installed correctly the first time, documented for the buyer’s inspection, and backed by a warranty we actually honor.
In every one of these cases, the common thread is that the roof can’t wait. Framing, electrical, and drywall all depend on the structure being watertight, and in Orlando’s climate, that urgency is real. Our crews know how to work with orange county building permits, and we don’t leave a new construction site unprotected overnight.
Our New Construction Process
We keep the process straightforward because new construction has enough moving parts already. Here’s how it goes when you work with Mercer Roofing Co Orlando:
- First contact and site review. You call (850) 757-3564, a live person answers, and we schedule a time to walk the property or review the building plans. If the slab is already poured and the walls are going up, we’ll come look. If it’s still on paper, we work from your architectural drawings.
- Written price before anything starts. After the walkthrough or plan review, you get a written proposal with the full scope: shingle type, underlayment, flashing, decking condition, ventilation, and labor. The number on that page is the price, full stop. No surprises on the invoice later.
- Material selection with real guidance. We’ll talk through your shingle options, whether that’s an Owens Corning Duration system, a GAF Timberline line, CertainTeed Landmark, or something else that fits the home’s style and your budget. We’ll also spec the underlayment and ice-and-water shield zones appropriate for Orlando’s rainfall patterns.
- Coordination with the build schedule. We slot our crew into your builder’s timeline, usually at the dry-in stage. Our project lead communicates directly with the GC or with you if you’re running the build, so nobody’s guessing whether the roof will be ready when the next trade is scheduled to arrive.
- Installation, inspection, and cleanup. We install the full roof system, walk it with you or your builder, and make sure the county inspection passes the first time. We haul off all packaging and debris, and we don’t leave nails in the driveway.
- 365-Day Done Right Promise on the work. Every new construction roof we install is covered by our written guarantee. If something isn’t right within the first year, we come back and make it right, at no charge. That’s the same standard we apply to every repair and replacement we do across Orlando.
New Construction Pricing in Orlando
New construction roofing in Orlando runs from about $9,500 for a small, single-story home with a simple gable roof to $18,000 or more for a larger two-story with multiple valleys, dormers, and a steeper pitch. That’s installed, with materials and labor, and it assumes standard architectural shingles rather than premium designer lines. Here’s a more granular look at what drives the number:
| Scope | Typical Range in Orlando |
|---|---|
| Small single-story (1,200 – 1,500 sq ft, simple gable) | $9,500 – $12,500 |
| Mid-size single-story (1,800 – 2,400 sq ft, hip roof) | $12,000 – $15,500 |
| Large two-story (2,500 – 3,200 sq ft, multiple valleys) | $14,500 – $18,000+ |
| Steep-pitch upcharge (8/12 or steeper) | Add $1,800 – $3,500 |
| Premium shingle upgrade (e.g., GAF Timberline UHD, CertainTeed Landmark Pro) | Add $2,000 – $4,500 |
These ranges reflect what we see across Orlando neighborhoods, from Conway to MetroWest, and they account for the materials and labor that are actually being priced in this market right now. A few things move the needle:
- Roof pitch. Anything steeper than a 7/12 pitch means extra safety equipment, slower work, and more labor hours. Two-story homes in hilly areas like Delaney Park often run higher than the same footprint in flat neighborhoods like Audubon Park.
- Decking condition. On new construction, the decking is typically new OSB or plywood, but if the structure has been open to the elements for a while during the framing phase, we may need to replace warped sheets. That’s priced per sheet and shown on your written proposal.
- Underlayment and flashing choices. We standardize on synthetic underlayment, which holds up better than felt in Orlando’s heat and afternoon downpours. Valley metal, drip edge, and pipe boot flashing all factor in.
- Shingle brand and line. A standard architectural shingle from CertainTeed or GAF is the baseline. Step up to a designer or impact-rated line and the material cost rises, which you’ll see itemized in plain English in your written price.
The estimate you get from Mercer Roofing Co Orlando is free, and it’s the same price whether you’re building in Pine Hills or a gated community in Bay Hill. Call (850) 757-3564 and we’ll walk the site or review your plans and give you a number you can take to the bank.
FAQs – New Construction
How much does new construction roofing cost in Orlando?
New construction roofing in Orlando typically costs between $9,500 and $18,000, with most single-story homes landing in the $12,000 to $15,500 range. The final number depends on the home’s square footage, roof pitch, number of valleys and dormers, and the shingle system you select. Call (850) 757-3564 for a written estimate based on your specific plans, no charge.
Can Mercer Roofing work directly with my builder or general contractor?
Yes, we coordinate directly with builders and general contractors throughout Orange County, which is standard practice in neighborhoods like Lake Nona, Horizon West, and Baldwin Park. We slot into the build schedule at the dry-in stage, handle the county inspection, and communicate with your GC so the next trade can start on time.
What shingle brands do you install on new construction homes?
We install and stand behind manufacturer-recognized shingle systems from GAF, CertainTeed, and Owens Corning, among others. We’ll spec the right line for your roof’s pitch and your budget, and we’ll show you the manufacturer warranty details before you commit.
Do you provide a written guarantee on new construction roofs?
Yes, every new construction roof we install carries our 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing. If anything isn’t right within the first year, we come back and make it right at no charge. That guarantee is included with every job, not sold as an add-on.
Is it better to use the builder’s roofer or hire my own?
Using the builder’s roofer is often cheaper on paper, but you’re getting the roofer the builder chose, not necessarily the roofer who will document the work and stand behind it after the closing. When you bring in Mercer Roofing Co Orlando, you get a written price, a written guarantee, and a roofer you can call directly if anything comes up. For many homeowners in Orlando, that direct relationship is worth more than the builder’s bundled discount.
Why Orlando Homeowners Choose Mercer for New Construction
New construction roofing in Orlando puts you at the intersection of a tight build schedule, unpredictable weather, and a big financial commitment. That’s not the moment to gamble on a roofer who doesn’t show up when the dry-in window opens. Mercer Roofing Co Orlando has been doing this work since 2000 as part of the Threshold Group family of home-service companies, and every job we take on is held to the Threshold Verified standard.
What that standard means in practice: every technician who steps onto your job site has passed a background check, carries a photo ID badge, and arrives in a clean, marked uniform. Before they arrive, you receive their name and photo. For a homeowner managing a new build, the difference between that and a random crew showing up with an unmarked truck isn’t small. It’s the difference between knowing who’s on your property and hoping for the best.
We also believe a new construction roof should come with the same clarity as any other major purchase. You’ll get a written price before any work starts, not a verbal ballpark that drifts by the time the invoice arrives. You’ll get a written guarantee on the work, good for a full 365 days. And you’ll get the same live-person phone answer at (850) 757-3564 whether you’re calling to schedule the job or checking on a detail six months after the build is done.
If you’re building a home in Orlando and the roof is approaching the dry-in stage, or if you’re still in the planning phase and want a roofer in the loop from the start, call us. We’ll look at the plans, walk the site, and give you a written number. You’ll know exactly who’s coming, exactly what it costs, and exactly what happens if something isn’t right. That’s the way a roof should be done.
For more on how we handle full Roof Replacement & Installation projects across Orlando, see our main service page, or call (850) 757-3564 for a free new construction estimate today.
Written by Grant Whitlock, Owner at Mercer Roofing Co Orlando, serving Orlando.