San Antonio, FL was founded in 1882 by Judge Edmund F. Dunne as a Catholic colony and named for St. Anthony of Padua. St. Anthony of Padua Church has served the town since 1883. San Antonio incorporated as a town in 1891, was renamed Lake Jovita in 1926, and took back its original name in 1931.
It’s a small place, with about 1,295 residents at the 2020 census and its own ZIP code, 33576. State Road 52 runs just south of town and meets CR 577, Curley Road, with I-75 at exit 285 to the west. St. Leo, founded on land from the same Judge Dunne, is right next door.
San Antonio is also where the Rattlesnake Festival began in 1967, started by the local Jaycees. The festival has since moved to the Pasco County Fairgrounds in Dade City and is held the third weekend of October, but the town’s small-town character hasn’t gone anywhere.
City Approval Comes First
San Antonio is an incorporated city, but it doesn’t issue building permits itself. The City of San Antonio has a local agreement with the City of Dade City for building permit services, and the city’s own approval comes before Dade City issues the permit.
That’s different from the county process most contractors use in unincorporated Pasco. We handle the city approval and the Dade City permit and inspections for you. The steps are laid out on the City of San Antonio building permits page.
Older Homes, Older Roof Decks
In a town with roots in the 1880s, some houses have likely been reroofed more than once. Each tear-off is a chance to find what’s underneath: plank decking instead of plywood, layers left over from an earlier job, or rafters that sagged over time.
We inspect the decking during tear-off and replace damaged wood before the new roof goes on. Your estimate spells out how decking replacement is priced, so there are no surprises when the old roof comes off.
Choosing a Roof That Fits the Street
On a historic street, a roof is a big part of how a house looks. Architectural shingles add depth and come in colors that suit older homes. You can browse the Owens Corning styles and colors we install before we meet.
Standing-seam metal fits many older Florida houses well and lasts a long time. Tile is an option where the framing can carry it. We’ll walk through cost, weight and appearance with you, using your house as the example.
Rolling Ground and Rainwater
This corner of east Pasco isn’t all flat, as the hills of neighboring St. Leo show. On a sloped lot, rain off the roof runs downhill fast, and downspouts in the wrong spot can send it straight toward a foundation or wash out a garden bed.
We size seamless gutters to the roof, place downspouts where the ground actually drains and replace soft fascia before it gives way. Guards help where trees overhang the roof. Learn more about our gutters, soffit and fascia work.
Churches, Shops and Small Commercial Roofs
A historic town center usually means a few larger roofs: churches, parish buildings and small storefronts, often with low-slope sections that need different materials than a house.
Our commercial crews handle low-slope and pitched roofs and provide written proposals for boards, parish councils and owners to review before any work starts. We schedule work around services and business hours whenever possible.
Storm Damage and Dry-In
If a storm sends a limb into your roof or lifts a section of shingles, we provide same-day dry-in to seal the opening and stop further water damage while the permanent repair is planned.
Afterward, we inspect the entire roof, take job photos for your insurance claim and give you an itemized estimate that separates storm repairs from any upgrades you choose.
Is It Time to Replace?
Curling or cracked shingles, granules collecting in the gutters, stains on ceilings near exterior walls and daylight in the attic are all signs a roof is near the end. One or two signs might mean a repair. Several together usually mean replacement.
We’ll tell you which it is and why, with photos from your own roof. If replacement makes sense, we offer roof financing so you don’t have to wait for the next leak.
Roofing Help in San Antonio
From homes near St. Anthony of Padua Church to houses along Curley Road, we’ll handle the city approval and the Dade City permit and give you a clear, itemized plan. Call Mitchell Roofing Company at (727) 288-4650 for a free estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who issues roof permits in San Antonio?
The City of Dade City, under a local agreement with the City of San Antonio. San Antonio’s own approval comes first, and we take care of both steps.
Is San Antonio’s permit process the same as Pasco County’s?
No. Because San Antonio is incorporated, it follows its own route through the city and Dade City rather than the county’s permitting system.
What if you find bad decking under my old roof?
We replace damaged decking before the new roof goes on. Your estimate explains how that’s priced, so you know ahead of time.
Which roof looks right on an older home?
Architectural shingles and standing-seam metal both suit many older houses. We’ll bring samples and help you choose.
Can you roof a church or small commercial building?
Yes. Our commercial crews handle low-slope and pitched roofs and provide written proposals for review.