Westfall Roofing – Tampa FL

How Kirk’s Vision Started

Back in 1989, Kirk Westfall started something special in a tiny business complex in Tampa. Just one roofing crew and big dreams, but he saw how many homeowners were getting burned by fly-by-night roofers who’d take the money and disappear.

Kirk wanted to build something different, a roofing company people could actually trust. No fancy office or fleet of trucks back then, just folks who knew how to fix roofs right and treated customers like family.

That simple approach worked. Word spread around Tampa Bay about this roofing company that actually showed up when promised and didn’t cut corners. Thirty-six years later, that same vision drives everything they do.

Today, Ryan Westfall runs much of the day-to-day operations after joining officially in 2008 following his graduation from Eckerd College. He brought fresh ideas about customer service and business systems, but kept the family values that made Westfall special. Anissa Westfall handles account management, making this truly a family operation.

They’ve grown from that one crew to multiple locations across Central and Southwest Florida, but they’re still family-owned and operated. Still treat every customer like they’re neighbors. Because in many cases, they actually are.

Where They Cover

Westfall serves a huge chunk of Florida from multiple offices. They know these areas inside and out – lived here, worked here, weathered storms here for over three decades.

Their main service areas span Tampa Bay (Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Brandon, Plant City), Orlando Metro (Orlando, Winter Park, Kissimmee, Sanford), Sarasota region (Sarasota, Bradenton, North Port, Venice), Southwest Florida (Naples, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs), and Central Florida (Ocala, Gainesville, Lakeland).

Multiple office locations help them reach customers faster, especially during storm season. Tampa headquarters at 5413 W Sligh Ave anchors operations, with additional offices in Orlando, North Port, and Bradenton.

Kirk knows exactly which neighborhoods get hit hardest during hurricanes, which areas have the most tile roofs versus shingles, how different soil types affect foundation settling and roof stress. Thirty-six years of working the same territory teaches you things you can’t learn from books.

Commercial Flat Roofing Excellence

Central Florida businesses trust them because they understand what roof failures really cost. When your roof leaks during business hours, everything stops. Inventory gets damaged. Employees can’t work. Insurance claims pile up.

They specialize in TPO roofing systems – white membranes that reflect heat and slash cooling costs while being manufactured from 100% recyclable materials. Budget-conscious businesses love TPO because it delivers affordability other commercial materials simply can’t match.

Modified bitumen systems handle foot traffic and routine use exceptionally well. EPDM rubber membranes work perfectly for low-maintenance applications. Built-up roofing provides traditional systems for maximum durability.

TPO offers excellent energy efficiency because it possesses heat-reflective qualities and high UV resistance. Produced from extremely flexible and lightweight materials, cutting-edge TPO comes in easy-to-install wide sheets. With welded seams, TPO strongly resists water intrusion at junctures where other materials often spring leaks.

They handle office complexes, retail centers, warehouses, manufacturing facilities, medical buildings, educational facilities, government buildings, hospitality, and restaurant properties.

Project managers work around your schedule to minimize disruption. Need work done over a long weekend so you don’t lose business days? They’ll make it happen. Every commercial job gets personal attention from experienced project managers – they don’t send crews out unsupervised on business properties.

Houses and Regular Roofing

Florida homeowners face unique challenges that Westfall’s seen thousands of times. Daily thunderstorms all summer. Hurricane season bringing sustained winds and flying debris. That intense sun cooking roofing materials year-round.

They install asphalt shingles (dimensional and designer grades), tile roofing (concrete and clay), metal roofing (standing seam, ribbed, simulated tile), and flat roofing systems for modern homes.

The Westfall Way represents their culture, values, and processes that ensure consistent delivery on protecting your home. They work hard to be reliable, detailed, and respectful of your property.

Every residential job gets a dedicated project manager. Customers consistently mention Hector and Lindsay in reviews for their exceptional communication and project oversight. They’re on-site regularly, communicate constantly, and make sure everything runs smoothly.

Clay and concrete tile roofing, commonly seen on Spanish or Mediterranean-style homes, offers durability, energy efficiency, fire and wind resistance, plus striking appearance. Metal roofs provide extreme durability, low maintenance, environmental friendliness, and come in a wide range of colors.

Dealing with Florida Weather

Thirty-six years in Central Florida taught them how weather destroys roofs. They’ve handled the aftermath of every major hurricane that’s hit this region since 1989.

Before storm season, they stock emergency materials. When hurricanes threaten, crews are ready with tarps, emergency repairs, and temporary protection. They respond 24/7 with experienced crews and emergency materials for urgent situations.

Central Florida gets afternoon thunderstorms almost every day in summer – heavy rain, strong winds, occasional hail. These daily beatings add up over time. They use materials and installation methods designed for constant weather exposure.

Attics regularly hit 140+ degrees during summer. That extreme heat expands materials until they crack. They use proper ventilation and materials rated for these conditions.

Different areas of Central Florida face different challenges. Coastal properties deal with salt air. Orlando area gets more hail. Tampa Bay faces different wind patterns than Naples. Kirk’s team knows these local differences from decades of experience.

Professional Standing

Florida licensed CCC056392 since 1989. BBB Accredited since October 1998 – over 25 years of consistent ethical business practices.

Owens Corning Platinum Preferred status puts them in the elite top 1% of contractors nationwide. This credential provides access to premium materials and exclusive warranties that regular contractors can’t offer.

Named to Tampa Bay Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work” list for 2025. Over 1,000 five-star reviews and tens of thousands of happy customers across Central and Southwest Florida.

GAF certified contractor status allows them to offer extended manufacturer warranties. HomeAdvisor screening process completed. Fully insured with complete liability insurance and workers’ compensation coverage.

What Makes Them Different

“The Westfall Way” represents their culture, values, and processes that ensure they consistently deliver on their promise to protect your home. They’re reliable, detailed, and respectful of your property.

Kirk’s family leadership creates continuity. Kirk started the company, Ryan brought modern business practices, Anissa handles customer relationships. Three generations working together creates stability you won’t find with storm chasers or national franchises.

When storms hit, they’re dealing with the same problems their customers face. They’ve been here since 1989 – not fly-by-night operators who disappear after taking deposits.

Owens Corning Platinum Preferred status gets them better materials, extended warranties, and manufacturer support. Only the top 1% of contractors achieve this designation.

Their team members stay for years. Low turnover means experienced people working on your roof, not constantly changing crews learning on the job.

What Customers Say

Project Management Excellence: “Their project manager, Hector, was excellent to work with and was available throughout the entire project, not just at the start and finish. Personable, knowledgeable, and able to relate the information in a way that a non-roofer would understand.”

Attention to Detail: “Westfall wasn’t the cheapest option, but they were only about $300 more, and their rep was very courteous. What convinced me was they pointed out problem areas other companies missed. All other quotes were just look, quote. Their guy went around the house with me.”

Professional Excellence: “The supervisor, Hector, was wonderful, and his workers were excellent professionals who went above and beyond to get the job done. We are so happy we chose Westfall Roofing Tampa, an A+ company.”

Reliable Scheduling: “Westfall didn’t give us a schedule they couldn’t keep, then called to see if they could start early. Much better than scheduling a time and being late.”

Quality Communication: “Quality roof, excellent communication and excellent follow up. They were extremely organized and returned all of my calls promptly, and when I could not be reached, sent me emails to follow up.”

Presidential Touch: “After the job was complete, Ryan Westfall, the president of the company, contacted me to ensure I was happy with their services. This kind of personal touch from the senior executives demonstrates their value for customer satisfaction.”

Kirk’s vision was to become “Florida’s most admired roofing company.” Not just the biggest or most profitable – the most admired. That means treating customers right, taking care of employees, and serving the community.

Whether you need emergency flat roof repairs, complete commercial replacement, or residential roofing services, the Westfall family delivers the trusted service Central Florida property owners have counted on since 1989.