Roof Repairs

How To Find The Age Of Your Roof?

Age Of the Roof

  Getting well-acquainted with your roof is crucial for maintaining your home. For instance, the age of your roof influences maintenance decisions, potential repairs, and, ultimately, when to replace it. This guide will help you determine the age of your roof and understand the signs that indicate it might be aging. Check Home Improvement Records…

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What Are Common Mistakes That Attract Unwanted Critters to Your Roof?

Unwanted Critters to Your Roof

When it comes to home maintenance, your roof often tops the list of critical areas to keep in prime condition. However, some common oversights can turn your roof into a welcoming habitat for unwanted critters. Whether it’s small insects or larger wildlife, these guests can cause significant damage. Understanding what attracts these pests can help…

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Understanding and Preventing Roof Rot

Roof Rot

  Roof rot is a common yet serious issue that can significantly compromise the structural integrity of your home. Often going unnoticed until substantial damage has occurred, roof rot typically results from moisture retention in the roofing materials and the attic space. In this post, we’ll dig into what causes roof rot, how to identify…

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What Is the Life Expectancy of a Shingle Roof?

Shingle Roof

  When it comes to protecting your home, few components are as vital as the roof over your head. It shields you from the elements, helps maintain the structural integrity of your property, and contributes significantly to the overall aesthetic appeal of your home. For many homeowners, a shingle roof is a popular choice due…

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How Roofing Enhances the Aesthetics of Your Home

Roofing Enhances the Aesthetics of Your Home

  A well-maintained and stylish roof not only protects your home from the elements but also greatly enhances the overall aesthetics of your property. When planning a home renovation, considering the roof’s impact on curb appeal and home safety is important. Here, we will discuss how roofing can transform the look and feel of your…

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What Damages Roofs the Most?

Roof's Damage

Roofs are the first line of defense against the elements, making them vulnerable to various types of damage. Understanding what can cause damage to a roof is crucial for homeowners looking to maintain their roof’s integrity and extend its lifespan. Here, we explore the primary causes of roof vulnerability, roof damage, and roof deterioration. To…

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When Should You Replace a Tile Roof with Another Material?

Recognizing roof damage

Tile roofs are well-known for their durability, aesthetic appeal, and ability to withstand harsh weather conditions. However, like all good things, they don’t last forever. Understanding the longevity of a tile roof, recognizing roof damage, and maintaining your roof is crucial to ensuring your home remains protected and maintains its aesthetic appeal. At Jack C.…

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What Should You Do if Something Punctures a Hole in Your Roof?

Something Punctures a Hole in Your Roof

A punctured roof is more than a minor inconvenience; it’s a call to action for homeowners and property managers. Understanding the steps to take when faced with a roof puncture is crucial for preserving the integrity and durability of your roofing system. In this blog, we will explore effective strategies for roof leak repair, essential…

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Can You Still Live in Your Home While It Is Being Reroofed?

Stay at home during your roof inspection

When it comes to home maintenance, few projects are as significant or as impactful as a roof replacement. It’s necessary to ensure your home’s safety, efficiency, and longevity. But one question looms large for many homeowners: Can you still live in your home while it is being reroofed? Jack C. Wilson Roofing Co., Jacksonville, Florida’s…

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How to Stop Roofing Tiles from Clogging Your Gutter?

Clean gutters and prevent clogged gutter

Maintaining clean gutters is crucial for any residential or commercial property. At Jack C. Wilson Roofing Co., we understand the challenges that roofing tiles pose when they clog your gutters. This blog will guide you on implementing effective roof and gutter maintenance strategies, ensuring your property remains safe from water damage. Let’s dive into how…

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What Are Some Signs Your Home Needs A Roof Repair?

Home Needs A Roof Repair

Since you don’t regularly inspect your roof, it might be challenging to determine when you could need a replacement. Because there are so many other things to consider, it can be easy to overlook roof maintenance, but doing so might lead to issues. Inspecting your roof at least twice yearly is crucial to determining any…

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Roof Maintenance Checklist for Homeowners

Roof Maintenance Checklist

Replacing or changing a roof can be expensive, so it’s smarter to take preventive steps to ensure it stays in top condition. It is recommended to have your roof inspected twice a year by professional roofers. However, for increased roof longevity, regular roofing maintenance is paramount. Frequent roof inspection costs could be higher, but this…

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What to Ask a Roofing Contractor

What to Ask a Roofing Contractor

Hiring a roofing contractor is a significant decision that greatly impacts the condition and value of your home. Whether you need roof repairs or a complete replacement, choosing a reliable and experienced professional for the job is crucial. But determining who is the best professional for your project isn’t easy. You must make some inquiries…

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Signs That It’s Time to Get a Roof Inspection

Signs That It's Time to Get a Roof Inspection

Picture this: You’re lying in bed, staring at the ceiling, and your mind wanders. “Is that a water stain? Could it be a leak?” Before you know it, you’re knee-deep in anxiety, the anticipation of impending doom starts to build, and you’re visualizing your happy home morphing into a disaster zone. Roofing, much akin to…

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How to Drain Water From a Flat Roof

How to Drain Water From a Flat Roof

Flat roofs are popular for commercial and residential buildings but can pose drainage challenges. Water can accumulate on a flat roof without proper drainage, leading to leaks, damage, and structural issues. This article will discuss how to drain water from a flat roof. How to Slope a Flat Roof for Drainage A flat roof should…

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What Are the Different Types of Asphalt Shingles


Shingles on a roof

Picture this: It’s a dark, stormy night, and you’re curled up on the couch with your family. You can hear the rain pelting against your roof, but you don’t have a care in the world because you know that your home is safe and dry. That feeling of security is priceless, and it all starts…

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How Long Will My Roof Last


A light brown two story house

Do you live in an old home? Or maybe you just bought a house? Whatever the case, you may wonder how long your roof will last. Well, this depends on many variables, but the good news is that no matter what material you choose for your roof, it should last you for quite some time.…

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Roof Maintenance Tips For Fall

Cleaning the gutter

Just as your car requires regular attention, your roof also needs the same care to ensure it lasts longer and works as intended. Additionally, the roof is a critical part of a house because it protects your belongings, loved ones, and home against the elements. This post will go through a couple of roof maintenance…

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Can You Live in Your Home While Redoing Your Roof?

Dad and daughter coloring on floor

The first decision has been made, and you’ve determined your home needs a new roof. Regardless of the reason: leaks, damage from hail, wind, or lightning during extreme weather, or simply age, it’s time to take the plunge and undergo the re roofing process. But now you must make a second decision. Should you stay…

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Can Heat Impact Your Roof

Can Heat Impact Your Roof

Can heat impact your roof? The short answer is yes. Summer heat can be unforgiving. The heat can be relentless, causing shingles to break or crumble. Most people don’t think about heat’s impact on their roof, but we are here to talk about the effects of heat on roofs and what you can do to…

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How can Hail Damage Your Roof?

After a heavy storm, it’s normal to be concerned about hail damage on your roof. After all, a cracked shingle doesn’t only affect the roof; it can also cause water damage to your home. If you suspect hail damage, it’s important to assess your roof so you can get started on any needed repairs as soon…

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How Bad Weather Impacts Your Roof

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The Southeast is no stranger to inclement weather. Intense rainstorms, hail, and high winds can threaten your home each season, damaging the shingles on your roof, causing water damage, and potentially requiring insurance claims and repairs from an experienced roofing company. The good news is, the sooner you act, the less roof damage a storm…

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Why You May Need a Professional Roof Inspection After a Storm?

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Summer is arguably the best season to live in Florida, but with the warmer months and longer days comes one downfall: the Atlantic hurricane season. Hurricane season runs from June 1 until November 30 in the Atlantic Ocean, with September typically being the roughest. Jacksonville is considered one of the most vulnerable cities in the US for costly storm…

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Why Jack C. Wilson Is Your Choice for All Your Roofing Needs

Jack C. Wilson Roofing Co.

Jack C. Wilson Roofing Co. has always been family-run. And it’s a family business that always keeps your family in mind, too. Whether it’s a small repair or a whole roof replacement, we do it all, providing only the best for your family’s home. Roofs provide structural support and serve as the backbone of your…

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When Should I Replace My Roof?

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When Should I Replace My Roof? Your roof is often an “out of sight, out of mind” part of your house, so it’s hard to know always what shape it’s in. However, a functioning roof is crucial to a solid home. It’s the backbone of your residence. Roofs are what keep your home properly ventilated,…

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