10/09/2026
**ATTENTION FLORIDA ROOFING CONTRACTORS!**
IMPORTANT: New roofing contracts? Make sure you have the required language!
With Hurricane Isaias approaching, Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a State of Emergency covering 27 Florida counties.
If you're a roofing contractor working in one of these counties, Florida Statute 489.147(6) has an important requirement you need to know about.
✅ Residential roof repair and replacement contracts signed during the declared State of Emergency must include the required 10-day cancellation notice.
✅ The notice must be in **BOLD print, at least 14-point font**.
✅ The language must appear **immediately before the homeowner's signature**.
“You, the residential property owner, may cancel this contract without penalty or obligation within 10 days after the ex*****on of the contract or by the official start date, whichever comes first, because this contract was entered into within 180 days of events resulting in the declaration of a state of emergency by the Governor. The official start date is the date on which work that includes the installation of materials that will be included in the final work on the roof commences, a permit has been issued, or a temporary repair to the roof covering or roof system has been made in compliance with the Florida Building Code.”
Roofers: Take a few minutes to review your contracts NOW. Make sure you're using the required language before signing new customers in affected areas. Additional counties may be added as the storm progresses.
At Gulf Coast Supply & Manufacturing, we're committed to keeping our roofing partners informed, prepared, and ready to help Florida homeowners.
Governor's announcement:
https://www.flgov.com/eog/news/press/2026/governor-ron-desantis-issues-updates-state-preparedness-efforts-hurricane-isaias
Florida Statute 489.147:
https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2026/489.147
*Information provided as a courtesy to roofing contractors. Please consult your legal advisor regarding contract compliance.*
