byAlma Abell
Although Fleming Island is surrounded by water, it is not an offshore island like the Keys. Fleming Island is dry land surrounded by creeks and wetlands. It was first developed in 1942 to provide four auxiliary runways for the nearby Jacksonville Navy Airbase. However the runways soon became too short for the newer jet planes and the base was closed down in the sixties and the runways fell into ’s to pave the way for the unincorporated community that is now the town of Fleming Island.
Fleming Island is home to many of the wealthiest people working in Jacksonville which explains the preponderance of “grand” residences located to either side of the unique sidewalk park that runs the entire length of the “island”. However, it does not matter overmuch where you live, you need a roof over your head for two reasons – to keep the natural weather out and to keep your climate controlled atmosphere within.
Like the houses that they cover, roofs can come in all shapes and sizes and be constructed from a variety of different materials. However, it is unlikely that you will find many flat tin roofs or even plain and simple single peaked roofs in Fleming Island. A roofing contractor for Fleming Island, FL is more likely to be constructing a roof that contains dormer windows, skylights, turrets and a number of different peaks and valleys. Assuming quality materials and skilled workmanship, constructing these “fancy” roofs is not especially difficult but they can become “high maintenance” items. Multiple changes in direction usually obstruct the flow of water off of a roof and create possible leakage points for rain water entry into the house below.
Even if you have not lived in one of these houses very long, you should give thoughts to selecting a good roofing contractor for Fleming Island, FL. Keep an eye open for other houses having work done on their roofs and do not be shy about going up and asking which contractor is carrying out the work and is the home owner happy with what is being done. More often than not, a first class roofing contractor will get most of their work from existing customer referrals.
When you feel that you have located a good roofing contractor, ask them to come and inspect your roof and advise you of any preventative maintenance work that can be carried out as a precaution against future damage during the next summer thunderstorm. If for no other reason than to clear debris out of gutters and valleys, regular roof inspections do provide security to that roof over your head.
When choosing a roofing contractor for Fleming Island, FL take note of their experience and reputation. The firm of Keith Stern Roofing has been serving this area for more than 25 years and they have an excellent track record for customer satisfaction.