Roofing Contractors in Jacksonville, FL

NOAA recorded 114 reports of thunderstorm wind of 58 mph or more in Duval County in the five years through June 2026. The median home in Jacksonville was built in 1987.

Compare the 84 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Jacksonville on their public records: half have been in business 12 years or more and 42 hold a roofing manufacturer certification.

A listing isn't an endorsement. ARCO accredited contractors are marked.

Contractors in the registry
84

Profiles with contact details on file

Median years in business
12

Half have been in business at least this long; 62 with recorded dates

Average customer rating
4.7 / 5

Mean of 46 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded

All 84 roofing contractors in Jacksonville

Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.

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Roofing conditions in Jacksonville

Homes in Jacksonville

Median year built
1987
Built before 1980
39.6%
Owner-occupied homes
57.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year.

Severe weather reported in Duval County

Hail 1 inch or larger
4 reports
Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
114 reports
Tornadoes
6 reports

Most recent large hail: May 25, 2025 (1-inch)

Reported to NOAA, July 2021 through June 2026. Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live nearby; most wind speeds are estimated. Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database.

Natural hazard risk in Duval County

Hail
Relatively High
Strong wind
Relatively Moderate
Tornado
Relatively High
Hurricane
Relatively High
Winter weather
Very Low

FEMA National Risk Index ratings compare this county with other U.S. counties. This product uses the Federal Emergency Management Agency's National Risk Index dataset API or downloadable datasets but is not endorsed by FEMA. The Federal Government or FEMA cannot vouch for the data or analyses derived from these data after the data have been retrieved from the Agency's website(s). National Risk Index v1.20.0 (December 2025), retrieved October 15, 2026.

Roof replacement permits in Jacksonville

Permit required

A permit is needed for re-roofs. Homeowners can permit work on their own primary residence in person, but a roofer they hire must pull a separate roofing permit.

Roofers must register with the city. Contractors must register with Jacksonville's Building Inspection Division, with a state license and workers' comp proof, to pull permits.

City of Jacksonville Building Inspection Division: FAQs

Verified October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.

Florida rules that apply

Roofers must hold a Florida license

Florida licenses roofing contractors through the DBPR. A state-certified roofer (license number starting CCC) can work anywhere in Florida; a registered roofer (starting RC) only where they hold local competency. Look up the license number before you sign.

Florida DBPR: Construction Industry Licensing

Verified October 2026

Storm-damage roof contract protections

Roofers can't offer gifts, cash or to waive your deductible for an inspection or insurance claim. After a declared state of emergency, you can cancel a roof contract signed within 180 days of the event, without penalty, within 10 days or before work starts.

Florida Statutes s. 489.147 (Florida Senate)

Verified October 2026

The 25% roof repair rule

If your roof was built or last replaced under the 2007 Florida Building Code or later, repairing or replacing 25% or more of it only requires the repaired part to meet current code, not the whole roof. Older roofs may still need full replacement to current code.

Florida Statutes s. 553.844 (Florida Senate)

Verified October 2026

Hiring a roofer in Jacksonville: common questions

Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Jacksonville?

Yes. Jacksonville requires a permit to replace a roof. A permit is needed for re-roofs. Homeowners can permit work on their own primary residence in person, but a roofer they hire must pull a separate roofing permit. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.

Do roofers need a license in Florida?

Florida licenses roofing contractors through the DBPR. A state-certified roofer (license number starting CCC) can work anywhere in Florida; a registered roofer (starting RC) only where they hold local competency. Look up the license number before you sign. Source: Florida DBPR: Construction Industry Licensing, verified October 2026.

How often is large hail reported around Jacksonville?

NOAA received 4 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Duval County from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on May 25, 2025 (1-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.

How old are homes in Jacksonville?

The median home in Jacksonville was built in 1987, and 39.6% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).

How long have Jacksonville roofing companies been in business?

Half of the 62 Jacksonville contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 12 years or more. 34 have at least 10 years of history and 20 have at least 20. The longest-running is Jack C. Wilson Roofing Co, at 80 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.

Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Jacksonville roofers hold?

42 of the 84 Jacksonville contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: GAF (29), Owens Corning (17), CertainTeed (7), TAMKO (3), and Atlas (1). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.

How do Jacksonville roofers rate with customers?

46 of the 84 contractors have public customer ratings, with a median of 4.9 out of 5. 16 have 100 or more reviews. Ratings are combined across review sites and weighted by review count.

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