Coral Springs Elite Roofing serves homeowners and businesses in Plantation, in central Broward County south of Coral Springs. We repair leaks, fix storm damage, and replace roofs on homes of every age.
Plantation was incorporated as a city on April 23, 1953. It is bordered by Lauderhill to the northeast, Sunrise to the north and west, Davie to the south, and Fort Lauderdale to the east. The 2020 census counted 91,750 people on about 21.75 square miles of land.
Before 1900, the area was part of the Everglades and was often under 2 to 3 feet of water. The name comes from the Everglades Plantation Company, which tried and failed to start a rice plantation here. Drainage work began in 1906, and the North New River Canal opened in 1912. In 1939, Frederick C. Peters bought about 10,000 acres and built the area's first ranch buildings.
Early lots were planned as single acres, each with a two-bedroom house and a 20-tree orchard. A home like that sold for $10,241. The area's history includes the 1926 Miami hurricane and the 1928 Okeechobee hurricane, and Hurricane Wilma struck on October 24, 2005. Plantation was first named a Tree City in 1980. Parks include Plantation Heritage Park, Plantation Central Park, and Liberty Tree Park. Facts in this section come from Wikipedia.
Plantation is known for its trees, and many older lots are large and shaded. Shade keeps roofs cooler, but it also keeps them damp longer after rain. That can lead to algae, moss, and debris that stays wet in valleys and gutters. Over time, trapped moisture wears down shingles and the wood at the roof edges.
Big trees also bring the risk of falling limbs in a storm. Have a tree service trim branches that hang over the roof. Keep at least a few feet of space between limbs and the roof surface.
Some Plantation homes date back to the 1950s and 1960s. Those homes were built long before today's wind rules. During a reroof, the crew can check the deck, replace damaged boards, and use stronger fastening to meet the current code for Broward County.
After Wilma in 2005, many South Florida homeowners learned that the roof edge is often the first place to fail. Edge metal, drip edge, and the first rows of shingles or tiles should be tight and well sealed.
Plantation was shaped by drainage. The North New River Canal and the city's pumping stations helped turn wetland into neighborhoods. Water is still part of daily life here, and many homes sit near canals or lakes. Heavy summer rain can fill gutters faster than they drain, and the overflow often lands on fascia boards and walls. Larger gutters and well-placed downspouts can help.
On acre lots, workshops and guest houses add to the list of roofs to keep up with. Look at each one after a storm, not just the main home.
We offer roof restoration for roofs that are worn but still sound, and roof repair for leaks and storm damage. On older homes, we often repair soffit and fascia and improve attic ventilation. When an older roof has reached the end of its life, we handle full roof replacement too.
Usually, yes. Those streaks are often algae. A gentle, low-pressure cleaning can remove them without harming the roof. High-pressure washing can damage shingles and tile.
Start with the roof edges, the fascia, and any flat sections over porches or carports. Those spots tend to show wear first on older homes.
It helps. Trimming limbs back before work starts gives the crew room to work and keeps branches from scraping the new roof.
Yes. We serve every part of Plantation, including the older neighborhoods with large lots and mature trees.
If you need roofing help in Plantation, FL, Coral Springs Elite Roofing is ready to take a look and explain your options. Call (954) 324-2843 to talk through the issue and set up the next step for your roof.
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If you are seeing a leak, storm damage, aging materials, or simply want a professional opinion before planning work, request a free roofing estimate. We will help you understand the condition of your roof and the next practical step.