Miami's Premier Commercial Roofing & General Contracting Partner

Miami stands at the center of one of the most dynamic commercial construction markets in the United States. Fueled by an influx of corporate relocations, international investment, and rapid population growth, the greater Miami-Dade region is seeing unprecedented demand for new warehouses, retail centers, multifamily housing, hotels, and mixed-use developments. Windward Roofing & Construction is expanding into this market to serve developers, property owners, and general contractors who require a roofing partner with proven large-scale commercial expertise.

Founded in 1984, Windward has spent more than 40 years mastering commercial and industrial roofing in Chicago's demanding climate. That experience with extreme weather conditions, rigorous building codes, and complex project logistics translates directly to South Florida, where hurricane resistance, code compliance, and speed-to-close are essential to project success. We operate as a general contractor for new construction, managing every phase from pre-construction planning through final inspection.

Serving Every Corner of Miami-Dade County

Miami-Dade County encompasses a diverse commercial landscape that requires specialized roofing knowledge across building types and geographic conditions. In the Brickell Financial District and downtown Miami, high-rise mixed-use towers demand roofing assemblies engineered for extreme wind uplift and salt-air exposure at elevation. Meanwhile, the Doral warehouse district and Airport West corridor require large-footprint, low-slope roofing installations on tilt-wall distribution centers and logistics facilities serving Miami International Airport and the regional supply chain.

The ongoing transformation of Wynwood and the Miami Design District has created a wave of boutique commercial projects, from adaptive-reuse retail to new-build hospitality venues, all requiring roofing systems that balance performance with architectural intent. Along the port area near PortMiami and the Miami River, cold-storage facilities, marine supply buildings, and trade-related infrastructure demand roofing assemblies that withstand both environmental exposure and heavy mechanical loading.

Windward serves all of these submarkets with a unified project delivery model. Whether the project is a 500,000-square-foot fulfillment center in Medley or a mid-rise multifamily development in Edgewater, our team applies the same rigorous standards for safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

Hurricane-Resistant Roofing Systems for HVHZ Compliance

Miami-Dade County lies entirely within a High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, subjecting every commercial roofing installation to the most stringent wind-resistance requirements in the Florida Building Code. Products must carry a Miami-Dade County Notice of Acceptance (NOA), and assemblies must pass TAS 101, TAS 102, and TAS 103 testing protocols that simulate the forces generated by hurricane-strength winds and wind-driven debris.

Windward works exclusively with manufacturer systems that meet these demanding requirements. Our partnerships with Carlisle, Versico, Elevate, Johns Manville, ERC Systems, Sika, GAF, Tremco, and IKO give us access to a full portfolio of HVHZ-rated assemblies, including mechanically attached and fully adhered TPO and PVC membranes, modified bitumen multi-ply systems, high-wind-rated standing seam metal panels, and impact-resistant built-up roofing. Every installation is performed by factory-trained crews following manufacturer specifications, ensuring that warranty coverage and code compliance remain intact from day one.

New Construction General Contracting

Beyond roofing, Windward serves as a general contractor for ground-up commercial projects throughout the Miami metro area. Our new construction capabilities encompass pre-construction budgeting and value engineering, building envelope coordination, structural steel and concrete oversight, curtain wall and storefront integration, and full roofing system installation. We bring particular strength to projects where the roofing scope represents a significant share of the total building envelope, including warehouses, distribution centers, big-box retail, hospitality properties, and multifamily buildings.

South Florida's construction pipeline shows no sign of slowing. Major planned developments in areas like the Miami Worldcenter district, the Health District, and the burgeoning industrial parks west of the Turnpike will require commercial builders who can deliver on tight timelines while meeting Florida's elevated code requirements. Windward's expansion into Miami positions us to serve this growing demand with a depth of experience that few local firms can match.

Services Available in Miami

  • TPO Roofing Systems — Energy-efficient, HVHZ-rated single-ply membranes ideal for Miami's heat and sun exposure
  • EPDM Roofing Systems — Durable synthetic rubber membranes for long-term commercial performance
  • PVC Roofing Systems — Chemical-resistant membranes suited to restaurants, kitchens, and industrial environments
  • Modified Bitumen Roofing — Multi-ply systems delivering redundancy and puncture resistance for high-traffic rooftops
  • Built-Up Roofing (BUR) — Time-tested multi-layer assemblies with proven wind uplift performance
  • Metal Roofing — Standing seam and structural metal panels engineered for high-wind zones
  • Roof Coatings — Reflective coatings that reduce cooling costs and extend membrane life
  • New Construction — Full general contracting for warehouses, retail, multifamily, hotels, and distribution centers

Frequently Asked Questions

Miami-Dade County falls within a High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ), which imposes the strictest wind-resistance standards in the Florida Building Code. Commercial roofing systems must meet Miami-Dade NOA (Notice of Acceptance) product approvals, demonstrate resistance to wind uplift pressures exceeding 200 mph in some cases, and pass TAS tests including TAS 101 (wind resistance), TAS 102 (impact resistance), and TAS 103 (cycle loading). Windward Roofing installs manufacturer systems that carry full HVHZ approvals.

Yes. Windward Roofing provides full general contracting services for new commercial construction in Doral and the greater Airport West industrial corridor. This includes warehouses, distribution centers, retail buildings, and multifamily projects. We bring over 40 years of Midwest commercial expertise to one of South Florida's fastest-growing logistics and commerce hubs.

We install a full range of commercial roofing systems suited to Miami's tropical climate and hurricane exposure, including TPO, EPDM, PVC, modified bitumen, built-up roofing (BUR), and standing seam metal. All systems are installed with manufacturer specifications and HVHZ-rated assemblies from partners such as Carlisle, Versico, Johns Manville, GAF, and Sika.

Windward Roofing brings over four decades of commercial roofing and construction experience from the demanding Chicago market. Our project management discipline, safety record, and manufacturer relationships translate directly to Florida. We understand large-scale commercial builds and bring a level of execution and accountability that sets us apart in Miami's competitive construction landscape.