Mitchell Roofing Company provides roof repair in Hernando, FL, the unincorporated community in northeastern Citrus County, not to be confused with Hernando County to the south. We fix leaks, damaged shingles, loose flashing and manufactured-home roofs, and we pull the Citrus County permit. Call (727) 288-4650 for a free inspection.
Hernando is a community in northeastern Citrus County. It shares a name with Hernando County, which lies to the south, but it is a separate place, bordered by Citrus Springs, Pine Ridge, Citrus Hills and Inverness Highlands North, with Marion County to the north. Its eastern edge reaches into Tsala Apopka Lake, part of the Withlacoochee River system, and more than a tenth of its area is water.
Hernando was once an incorporated city, but it was disincorporated in the 1970s. About 9,300 people lived here in 2020. Housing is close to an even split: 53.3% single-family houses and 43.7% mobile homes, with a median build year of 1986. That mix means manufactured-home roofs sit right alongside shingle roofs on older houses.
Roof Repair in Hernando, FL
On houses built in the 1980s, common leak sources are worn pipe boots, flashing pulling away at walls, and shingles that have lost their grip after decades of sun. On manufactured homes, we look at seams, edges and fasteners, where water tends to work in first. We repair the problem, check the decking under it and document the work with photos.
Whatever the roof type, our residential repair work starts by finding where water is actually entering, which is not always right above the stain on your ceiling.
Permits in Hernando, Not Hernando County
Because Hernando is no longer a city, it has no building department of its own, and Hernando County’s permit office does not cover it. Roofing permits come from the Citrus County Building Division, the same office that handles all of unincorporated Citrus County. We pull the permit through the county’s online permitting system and schedule the inspections.
Wind, Rain and High Water Around Tsala Apopka Lake
The 2024 storms reached this part of the county with both wind and water. Hurricane Milton brought county gusts generally 50 to 60 mph, with the highest, 58 mph, recorded near Inverness to the south, and 4 to 8 inches of rain. Afterward, the Southwest Florida Water Management District forecast major flooding along the Withlacoochee, and the S-353 water-control structure near Hernando was closed to limit flow back into the river.
Wind at that strength lifts shingles and peels the edges of manufactured-home roofs, and long, heavy rain finds every weak seam. Our storm and wind damage repairs begin with an inspection and photos, so you know exactly what was damaged.
Signs a Hernando Roof Is Past Repair
Repair is the right answer when damage is limited. When leaks show up in several places, shingles are cracking across whole slopes, or a manufactured-home roof has rusted or separated along much of its length, replacement is usually the more sensible fix. We do full tear-offs, handle the county permit and inspections, and offer roof financing.
Roof Types That Fit Hernando’s Housing
For single-family houses, architectural shingles from GAF and Owens Corning are a common choice. Metal roofs suit both houses and manufactured homes because they are light and shed water quickly. We also repair and install concrete and clay tile, including Eagle tile, on houses built to carry the weight.
Free Roof Inspections and Estimates in Hernando
We start with a look at the roof, flashing and vents, plus the attic or ceiling where the leak shows. You get photos and an itemized estimate listing each repair. We handle the Citrus County permit when the job needs one, and financing is available. Want a number first? Try the instant online roof quote.
Roof repair in Hernando from Mitchell Roofing
- Licensed and insured Florida roofing contractor, license #CCC1330496
- Family owned and operated
- GAF certified contractor
- Free inspections and estimates, plus an instant online roof quote
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can you stop a leak in my Hernando home?
Call (727) 288-4650 as soon as you see it. For an active leak, calling is the fastest way to get the opening covered and the repair scheduled. While you wait, move valuables away from the drip and catch the water.
Should I repair or replace my roof in Hernando?
If the damage is confined to one area, repair usually makes sense. If the roof leaks in several places or the shingles are worn out across the board, replacement is often the better long-term fix. We inspect, take photos and give you a straight recommendation.
Do you fix tile and metal roofs too?
Yes. Along with shingles, we repair concrete and clay tile, including Eagle tile, and metal roofs on both houses and manufactured homes. On metal we check fasteners, seams and flashing; on tile we replace broken pieces and inspect the underlayment.
Is Hernando, FL part of Hernando County?
No. Hernando is an unincorporated community in Citrus County, and Hernando County is a separate county to the south. For roofing, that means permits come from the Citrus County Building Division, and we handle that process for you.
Do you repair roofs on manufactured homes in Hernando?
Yes. Mobile homes make up about 44% of housing in Hernando, so they are a big part of the work here. We repair leaks at seams and edges, replace damaged sections, and can recommend a metal roof when the existing one is worn out.