Kelly Roofing: Naples Family Business Since 1972

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Our Story

My dad Joe Kelly packed up his tools in New York City back in 1972 and drove down to Naples. He had one simple plan – start a roofing business and raise his family in Florida.

Dad was a journeyman roofer up in NYC. He knew how to fix roofs the right way. When he got to Naples, things were different though. The weather was brutal on roofs. The building codes were changing. He had to learn Florida roofing from scratch.

At first, Dad did both roofing and painting. Money was tight with a young family. But Collier County started making contractors pick one trade and get licensed. Dad chose roofing. Good thing too – look where we are now.

I grew up following Dad around job sites. Never planned on running the business though. I was more interested in computers and business classes in high school. Figured I’d help Dad with the paperwork side while he handled the roofing.

Then everything changed in 1993. Dad fell off a roof and broke both wrists bad. Real bad. Couldn’t work for months. I was 17, just graduated high school, and suddenly I’m running Kelly Roofing.

That accident forced me to grow up fast. Had to take everything I learned about business and computers and figure out how to actually run a roofing company. Dad taught me the roofing part from his hospital bed.

Thirty years later, I’m still here. Dad’s mostly retired now, but he still comes by the shop. And my son just joined the business last year. Three generations of Kellys fixing roofs in Southwest Florida.

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Where We Work

We stick to Southwest Florida because that’s what we know best. Been working these same counties since 1972.

Main Areas:

• Naples and Marco: Our home base. We know every neighborhood.
• Fort Myers and Cape Coral: Lee County keeps us busy year-round.
• Bonita Springs and Estero: Growing fast, lots of new construction.
• Punta Gorda area: Charlotte County work when folks call.

Here’s the thing about Southwest Florida – every area is different. Marco Island gets hit harder by salt air. East Naples floods during summer storms. Cape Coral has newer homes with different problems than old Naples.

After 50 years here, we know which streets flood, where hurricane winds hit hardest, and how different neighborhoods age. That local knowledge saves customers money because we recommend the right roof for each specific location.

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Commercial Flat Roofs

Business owners call us because they can’t afford roof failures. One leak shuts down operations. Inventory gets ruined. Customers go elsewhere.

Flat Roof Types:

• TPO: Those white roofs you see everywhere. Bounce heat back, cut air conditioning costs.
• Duro-Last: Custom-made in the factory for your exact building. Way fewer seams means way fewer leaks.
• EPDM: Black rubber that lasts forever. Great for older buildings.
• Built-Up: Old-school tar and gravel. Still works great in certain situations.

Buildings We Fix:

• Shopping centers and offices
• Warehouses and factories
• Schools and medical buildings
• Restaurants and hotels

Why Businesses Choose Us: We’re factory-certified with the big manufacturers. That gets you better warranties and materials that regular contractors can’t offer. Our commercial warranties even cover damage inside your building if the roof leaks – nobody else does that around here.

We work around your schedule. Done major roof jobs over weekends so businesses didn’t have to close. Sometimes that costs more, but it’s cheaper than losing a week of sales.

Storm Response: Keep emergency supplies ready all hurricane season. Soon as winds die down, we’re out checking on our commercial customers. Many business owners have my cell number for real emergencies.

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Houses and Regular Roofing

Florida beats up roofs like nowhere else. Daily thunderstorms all summer. Hurricanes every few years. That sun just bakes everything.

What We Install:

• Shingles rated for Florida winds
• Metal roofing that handles hurricanes
• Tile roofs that last 50+ years
• Flat roofs for modern houses
• Tesla Solar Roof systems

How We Do It Different: We were the first company in Southwest Florida to glue the underlayment directly to the roof deck. Creates a waterproof barrier even if shingles blow off during storms.

Also invented our own tile installation method using both glue and screws. Wind testing showed it’s stronger than what the building code requires. Had to be – we live here too.

Insurance Work: Deal with insurance companies all the time after storms. Most adjusters know us and trust our damage reports. We handle all the paperwork and make sure you get a fair settlement.

One thing I learned – don’t wait on roof repairs. That small leak from the last storm will be a big leak during the next one.

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Florida Weather Problems

Fifty years down here taught us how weather destroys roofs. Been through every hurricane that’s hit Southwest Florida since 1972.

The Heat: Attics hit 150+ degrees in summer. That heat makes materials expand and contract until they crack. We use stuff designed for extreme heat and install vents that actually move air.

Daily Storms: June through September, storms hit almost every afternoon. Heavy rain finds the tiniest holes and turns them into big problems. We seal everything tight.

Hurricanes: We stock emergency materials before storms hit. After Hurricane Charley in 2004, we fixed 52 roofs in Cape Coral for free. When Wilma hit Naples in 2005, we donated 75 emergency repairs. After Irma in 2017, worked 12-hour days for weeks getting people protected.

Salt Air: If you’re near the water, salt air eats metal faster. We use marine-grade materials and special installation methods for coastal homes.

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Our Licenses and Awards

Florida Licenses: CCC1325948, CGC1527996

Big Awards:

• America’s Roofing Contractor of the Year (2019)
• Top 100 Roofing Contractors (over 20 years running)
• Roofing Technology Innovator (2021)

Manufacturer Stuff:

• Tesla authorized installer
• Duro-Last factory certified
• Owens Corning Platinum contractor

BBB: Accredited since 2016

These aren’t just certificates on the wall. They get us better materials and longer warranties. When new products come out, we get trained first.

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Why We’re Different

Always Improving: I follow this Japanese idea called “kaizen” – never stop getting better. We’re always looking for better materials, smarter installation methods, ways to serve customers better.

Technology: We were first in Southwest Florida to use infrared cameras for finding leaks. First to offer certified inspection reports. First to help customers get energy rebates.

Community: When disasters hit, we help. Donated work after every major hurricane. Support local charities and veteran groups.

Environment: Recycle old roofing materials. Install energy-efficient systems. Offer Tesla Solar. Our “Go Kelly, Go Green” thing helps customers reduce energy bills.

Family Knowledge: Dad brought old-school New York craftsmanship. I added computers and business systems. My son brings new ideas about sustainability. Three generations of learning.

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What Customers Say

“Roof survived Irma with hardly any damage. Great job, showed up on time, roof looks perfect.”

“From first contact with Dimitri to Milton’s crew finishing up, everything was perfect.”

“Special thanks to Roberto’s crew, Eddy, Jennifer, Tyler, Samirea and Jeremiah’s crew for incredible work and attention to detail.”

We’ve helped over 60,000 families since 1972. Many never have to replace their roofs again because our methods and maintenance programs double normal roof life.

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Warranties and Programs

Roof Assured: We maintain and clean your roof. Guarantee no leaks or black streaks. Catch problems before they get expensive.

Work Warranty: 10+ years on everything we do

Material Warranties: Up to lifetime on certain systems

Emergency Response: True 24-hour service with dedicated crews

Annual Checkups: We call it “Roofiversary” inspections – keeps your roof in great shape.

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Firsts and Innovation

Kelly Roofing has done a lot of firsts in Southwest Florida:

• First to glue underlayment directly to roof deck
• First to offer 10+ year work warranties
• First with real 24-hour emergency service
• First to use infrared cameras for leak detection
• Invented our hybrid tile system
• First Tesla Solar Roof installation outside the US

My computer background helped us get more efficient. We can do 30 estimates a day while keeping quality high. Used to be 3 a day in Dad’s time.

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Emergency Help

Florida weather doesn’t keep normal hours. Hurricanes hit weekends. Trees fall at 2 AM. Storms create emergencies anytime.

24/7 Emergency:

• Stop leaks immediately
• Storm damage evaluation
• Emergency tarps
• Insurance paperwork
• Safety issues

Our emergency guys carry supplies for common problems. We’ll get your property protected first, then figure out permanent fixes.

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Why Pick Kelly Roofing

50 Years Here: We’ve seen every roofing problem Southwest Florida can throw at you. Know what works and what doesn’t.

Local Family: Three generations of Kellys live here. We’re not some national company – we’re your neighbors.

Proven Results: 60,000+ happy customers and national awards prove we know what we’re doing.

Best Materials: Our manufacturer relationships get us the newest, strongest stuff available.

Complete Service: Emergency repairs, full replacement, solar installations – we handle everything.

Peace of Mind: Our motto is “Never Worry About Your Roof Again.” We mean it.

Kelly Roofing earned our reputation the hard way – 50+ years of good work, honest pricing, and taking care of neighbors. Whether you need emergency flat roof work, complete replacement, or solar installation, three generations of Kelly family experience gets the job done right.