Cool Roofs - Memphis
- Roofing Contractor serving Jackson, Tennessee — based at 5180 Park Ave Ste 155, Memphis, TN 38119.
- Work covered: roof repair, emergency repair, storm damage repair, roof inspection, roof replacement.
Services Offered
Checking Cool Roofs - Memphis against the Tennessee record
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- Search the registry by number, then by name, because spellings differ between sources.
- Look at the expiration date and compare it with the dates in your contract.
- Have the insurer or agent send the certificate of insurance to you, since a license says nothing about coverage.
Storm record for Jackson and Madison County
In Madison County, the NOAA record since 2017 lists 47 hail reports. Across 18 of those days, stones reached 1 inch (a quarter) or larger. Stones of 1.75 inches or larger were reported on 3 days, and the largest stone came in at 2.5 inches, close to a tennis ball. The most recent golf-ball day on file dates to 2025.
Counted per square mile, Madison County ranks 4 of 15 Tennessee counties with 30 or more reports, which puts it in the top third. Density works out to 96.6 reports per 1,000 square miles.
Within 25 miles of Jackson, the last 90 days brought 0 NOAA hail reports.
The same record has 7 tornadoes, with EF1 the highest rating.
If a storm does come through, take dated photos of the roof first. Whoever you hire, Cool Roofs - Memphis included, should put the inspection findings in writing.
The strongest logged thunderstorm gust is 81 mph.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Tornado reports on file | 7 |
| Top month | April |
| Peak gust, mph | 81 |
| Days with hail at 1.75 inches or more | 3 |
| Share of reports in April to July | 59% |
| Days with hail at 1 inch or more | 18 |
The record's top day is March 9, 2017: a 2.5-inch stone, about the size of a tennis ball, reported near Oakfield.
| Calendar year | Entries | Top size, in |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 10 | 2.5 |
| 2021 | 4 | 1.75 |
| 2024 | 4 | 1.25 |
The housing stock in Jackson
Median year built in Jackson is 1983, a typical house age of 43 years. 45.8 percent of homes in Jackson were built before 1980. Homes of that age usually carry a first or second replacement roof, about 2 cycles at 25 years apiece. Against a median home value of $195,000, a $9,787 mid-range asphalt roof is 5 percent of the house.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Median year built | 1983 |
| Homes counted | 30,259 |
| Homes lived in by owners | 52.2% |
| Detached and attached houses | 68.2% |
| Median home value | $195,000 |
Roof prices in Jackson
Local pricing in Jackson sits roughly 13 percent under the national basis; asphalt shingles on 2,000 square feet cost $6,090 to $13,485. The county holds 5 roofing establishments with employees, per the Census. 80 percent of them have fewer than 5 employees. The last column divides the middle of each range by the middle of its lifespan, which is how a metal roof can beat asphalt over time.
| Material | Price range | Cost per year | Midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPO / EPDM (Flat) | $6,960-$13,920 | $520 | $10,440 |
| Metal (Steel/Aluminum) | $14,790-$26,100 | $370 | $20,445 |
| Architectural Asphalt Shingles | $7,830-$13,485 | $390 | $10,658 |
| Metal Shingles | $12,180-$20,880 | $390 | $16,530 |
| 3-Tab Asphalt Shingles | $6,090-$10,005 | $460 | $8,048 |
| Cedar Shake | $12,180-$22,620 | $700 | $17,400 |
Common questions, Jackson
- What is the typical house age in Jackson?
- The median home was built in 1983, so it is 43 years old. Roof age tracks the house unless a replacement happened, and 25 years is a common asphalt life.
- How much is a roof replacement in Jackson?
- Budget $6,090 to $13,485 for asphalt shingles on a 2,000 square foot roof here, about $9,787 in the middle. Metal, tile and flat roofs are in the cost table.
- Has Madison County had large hail?
- The largest stone since 2017 measured 2.5 inches, near a tennis ball. 3 days reached golf-ball size or more.
- When is hail season in Jackson?
- Hail clusters in April (30 percent), and April through July total 59 percent of the record.
- Does Jackson get a lot of hail?
- NOAA lists 47 hail entries for Madison County since 2017, on 18 days with stones of 1 inch or more. April is the busiest month.
- Can I confirm Cool Roofs - Memphis is licensed?
- Look up the Tennessee record by license number, check the name and status, and note the expiry before you sign anything.
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