Roof re-nailing is the process of securing your roof decking to modern building code standards. In Florida, this step is often required during roof replacement because older homes were built under outdated fastening rules.

Why Renailing Matters

Your roof decking is attached to trusses with nails. During hurricanes, wind uplift tries to pull the roof off the home.

Older homes may have:

• Incorrect nail spacing

• Smaller nails

• Missing fasteners

Renailing strengthens the entire roof structure.

Florida Building Code Requirements

Modern codes require tighter nail spacing to improve wind resistance and prevent roof failure during storms.

Benefits of Roof Renailing

• Stronger roof structure

• Better hurricane resistance

• Insurance wind mitigation credits

• Increased home safety

Bottom Line

Renailing isn’t an upgrade — it’s a safety improvement that helps keep your roof attached during severe weather.