If you need roof repair in Kathleen, Mitchell Roofing Company covers this north Lakeland community in Polk County. We repair leaks, storm damage, missing shingles, cracked tile, metal roofs and worn flashing, and every job begins with a free inspection, photos and a clear, itemized estimate.
Kathleen has had a post office since 1886, named for early settler Catherine Prine. The town was incorporated from 1914 to 1928 and is now an unincorporated community of northern Lakeland. The wider Kathleen area takes in eight historic communities, including Galloway, Gibsonia, Green Pond, Griffin, Providence, Socrum and Winston.
Strawberries once mattered so much here that local schools closed from January to March for harvest until about 1952. Homes in Kathleen proper are permitted by the Polk County Building Division; parts of the wider north Lakeland area are inside Lakeland city limits, where the city issues permits. Find more on our Polk County page.
Roof Repair in Kathleen, FL
Common repairs here include leaks at pipe boots and valleys, flashing that has pulled away from walls and chimneys, missing shingles after wind, and cracked tile. We find where water is getting in and repair that point.
Our residential repairs cover shingle, tile and metal roofs, plus the gutters, soffit and fascia that keep water moving off the house.
Wind and Rain in North Lakeland
Irma brought trees down on homes in Lakeland in 2017, according to WUSF, and Ian’s fastest Polk wind speed in 2022, 78 mph, was recorded in Lakeland. We repair storm and wind damage from lifted shingles to limb strikes.
When Kathleen Roofs Need Replacing
Replacement makes sense when leaks keep returning, decking is soft, or the shingles are brittle and shedding granules across the roof. We do full tear-offs and pull the permit with the county or city, whichever has your parcel.
Shingle, Tile and Metal Options
We install and repair GAF and Owens Corning architectural shingles, metal roofing and concrete and clay tile, and we’ll check what your framing can carry.
What to Expect From Our Free Estimate
We inspect the roof, take photos and hand you an itemized estimate. We handle permits and schedule inspections. Roof financing is available, or get a fast starting figure from our online quote.
Roof repair in Kathleen 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
What should I do about a leak in my Kathleen home?
Call (727) 288-4650 as soon as you notice it. For an active leak, calling is the fastest way to get the opening covered and a repair scheduled. Meanwhile, catch the water and move anything valuable out of the way.
Will a repair fix my roof, or do I need a new one?
One problem area on a sound roof is usually a repair. Widespread wear, multiple leaks or soft decking usually means replacement. Our photos show you what we found so you can decide.
Can you fix tile or metal roofs in Kathleen?
Yes. We repair concrete and clay tile, including Eagle tile, and metal roofs, as well as architectural shingles. We match the repair to the system already on your home.
Does Lakeland or Polk County issue my roof permit?
It depends on whether your home is inside Lakeland city limits. Lakeland says addresses outside city limits are permitted by the Polk County Building Division. Kathleen itself is unincorporated, and we confirm jurisdiction before pulling a permit.
Do I need a permit for a small repair?
Polk County exempts minor roof repairs under 25 percent of the roof, as determined by the building official. All re-roofing needs a permit. We’ll tell you which applies and handle the paperwork.