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Tamko Roofing: The Pompano Beach Owner’s Guide

Tamko roof repair in Pompano Beach typically runs $400-$1,800 for most part replacements, with full Tamko-compatible roof replacements starting at $8,000. We stock common Tamko ridge caps, starter strips, and underlayment on our trucks, and we can usually inspect and quote same-day. Most Pompano Beach homeowners discover a Tamko part has failed after a hard rain leaves a new water spot on the ceiling, or when they notice shingles lifting along the Atlantic-facing eaves where the wind gets underneath.

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Which Tamko Models This Applies To

Tamko has produced several shingle lines in the Florida market, and the part you need depends on the series and age of your roof. Heritage series shingles, Heritage Vintage, Heritage Woodgate, and the older Elite Glass-Seal lines each use slightly different ridge cap profiles, starter strip dimensions, and underlayment specifications. The Heritage series uses a 13.25-inch by 39.375-inch shingle with a 130-mph wind warranty when installed with the correct starter and cap; Elite Glass-Seal, common on Pompano Beach homes built in the 1990s and early 2000s, uses a narrower 12-inch by 36-inch format with a lower-profile ridge cap that is not interchangeable.

To identify your line, check the shingle back for the Tamko stamp and look for a date code near the sealant strip. If the granule surface is weathered smooth, measure the exposure: Heritage exposes 5.5 inches, Elite Glass-Seal exposes 5 inches. We carry OEM Tamko ridge caps and starter strips, plus compatible aftermarket options from Atlas and CertainTeed that meet the same ASTM D3462 spec when Tamko’s lead times stretch out. The aftermarket decision usually comes down to color match; Tamko’s Weathered Wood and Rustic Slate are distinctive tones that aftermarket makers approximate but rarely nail on aged roofs.

Signs Your Tamko Roofing Is Failing

• Granule loss exposing the asphalt mat. Florida’s UV index runs high year-round, and the asphalt binder in Tamko shingles oxidizes faster than in cooler climates. Once granules wash into the gutters, the mat is unprotected and will crack within two to three years.
• Curling or clawing along the shingle edges. This happens when the bottom sealant strip loses adhesion, usually from repeated thermal cycling in Pompano Beach’s 90-plus-degree days followed by 70-degree nights. The shingle lifts, catches wind, and tears.
• Cracked or missing ridge caps. Ridge caps take the most wind exposure and UV punishment. On Tamko roofs older than 12 years in coastal Broward County, we find ridge cap failure before field shingle failure more than half the time.
• Stains on soffits or fascia boards. Water that gets past failed starter strips or step flashing runs down the roof deck and exits at the eaves. The stain is often the first visible clue; the deck damage is already progressing.
• Interior ceiling spots after wind events. Pompano Beach sees named storms and routine afternoon thunderstorms with gusts over 40 mph. If your Tamko shingles were not installed with six nails per shingle in the wind zone, the uplift can break the seal and drive water under the field.

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Replacement Cost & What’s Included

Tamko roof repair in Pompano Beach falls in our standard repair range of $400-$1,800, depending on how many square feet are involved and whether we need to replace deck sheathing. A full Tamko-compatible roof replacement runs $8,000-$20,000 for typical single-family homes in the area, with tile and metal upgrades going higher. What drives the number: shingle line selection, total square footage, whether the existing underlayment is salvageable, and how many penetrations (vents, skylights, chimney saddles) need re-flashing.

Every Tamko job we quote includes the written scope, the parts list with manufacturer spec sheets, labor, permit pulling, and disposal. Under Clause 1 of the Haven Standard, that written price is delivered before any work starts. Our 365-Day Done Right Promise covers the workmanship; material defects fall to Tamko’s own limited warranty, which we help document at completion. We also include the documented photo record on every visit, standard, not optional.

DIY or Call Us?

A homeowner can safely check the gutter granule load, look for obvious missing shingles from the ground with binoculars, and photograph any ceiling stains for reference. Do not climb a wet or wind-gusted roof; the slope and algae film common on Pompano Beach roofs make the surface treacherous. Do not attempt to replace ridge caps or starter strips yourself; working at the ridge line requires proper fall protection, and improper nail placement voids the wind warranty. Tamko’s 130-mph warranty only holds when installation follows their printed specs, including six nails per shingle in wind-borne debris regions like Broward County. If you’ve found damage, call (754) 714-6540 and we’ll inspect, photograph what we find, and put the repair scope and price in writing before any work starts.

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