Watkins Construction & Roofing

Watkins Construction & Roofing Watkins has been proudly serving our community since 2002. We are your Hometown Roofing Experts! We provide superior roofing repair and installation services.
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Watkins Construction & Roofing knows that you want a solid roof above all that you value! We are the best and the most efficient! Our commercial and residential customers can choose from the following options:

All types of roofing, roof leaks, repairs, new roof installation, roof restoration, wind/waterproofing, inspections, consultations, gutters, and downspouts. Insurance claims are welcome!! D

on’t waste any more time living under an inferior roof. Please contact us today for a Complimentary Roof Assessment. We look forward to helping you with your roofing needs. Call 601-966-8233 for a Complimentary Roof Assessment!

It’s summertime in Mississippi! β˜€οΈπŸ  And you know what that means: heat, humidity, and storm season, all rolled into one....
06/20/2026

It’s summertime in Mississippi! β˜€οΈπŸ  And you know what that means: heat, humidity, and storm season, all rolled into one. Your roof is your home's first line of defense against all of it.

Is yours ready? Watkins is here to make sure it is! Schedule your inspection today and head into summer with total peace of mind. πŸ’™πŸ’ͺ

06/20/2026

A behind the scenes look at why roofers and other trades end up working together more than people realize. πŸ πŸ”§

This episode gets into tank to tankless water heater conversions specifically, where a roofer almost always has to get involved to properly flash the vent or at minimum swap out the collar. Skip that step and you are looking at a leak risk down the road.
There is also a safety standard worth knowing about. Anything steeper than a 6 on 12 pitch and most crews will not get on that roof. It is not just about preference, it ties directly into insurance and liability. A roof that steep carries real risk, and cutting corners there is not worth it for anyone. ⚠️

🎧 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Y1tbgGC6g1w?si=00-tFuWeQbIdLVaY
Or listen on your favorite platform:

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Happy birthday to Jeff Thomas! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‚Jeff brings extensive experience in the construction industry to the Watkins sales team...
06/20/2026

Happy birthday to Jeff Thomas! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‚

Jeff brings extensive experience in the construction industry to the Watkins sales team, and it shows in everything he does. πŸ—οΈπŸ’Ό Whether he's working through the details of a project or making sure a customer feels taken care of from start to finish, Jeff pursues excellence in every interaction. That kind of dedication is exactly what the Watkins team is built on. ⭐

Outside of work, Jeff is a devoted husband and proud dad to three kids. If it's game day, you'll probably find the whole family at the ball field cheering their hearts out. βšΎπŸ“£

Happy Birthday, Jeff! The Watkins family is grateful to have you. πŸ™Œβ€οΈ

06/19/2026

Not strictly a roofing topic, but worth the detour. 🏠🧊 On this episode the guys get into a plumbing tip that is easy to overlook once temperatures drop.

Covering your outdoor faucets is not actually what protects your pipes. Letting the water drip on both the hot and cold side is the move that matters. If you only have one handle, set it right in the middle so both sides get some flow.
Dripping will not guarantee your pipes never freeze, but it cuts the risk significantly. And if a line does freeze without bursting, you are just without water until it thaws, which can take a few days.

A simple habit that can save you a real headache. πŸ”§

🎧 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Y1tbgGC6g1w?si=00-tFuWeQbIdLVaY
Or listen on your favorite platform:

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | iHeart | Player FM
πŸ”” Subscribe so you never miss an episode of LeakHunters!

06/19/2026

Out in Hattiesburg and the first thing that catches the eye are these pipe boots. 🚨 Raw white PVC sticking through, two mismatched boot types, and an overall unfinished look that just should not be there.

This is common on new construction where pipe boot quality often gets overlooked. But when you hire a quality reroofing company like Watkins, that is not what you are going to get.

We install high quality bullet boots that fully encapsulate the PVC, come pre painted to blend into the roofline, and are built to last the life of your roof. No exposed pipe, no leak risk, no eyesore. Just a finished product that looks and performs the way it should. βœ… NoMoreRoofLeak.com

06/18/2026

One of the most common questions Jay gets asked on the job. How do I know when my roof actually needs to be replaced? πŸ”

A lot of the time a visual inspection tells you everything. If you get up there and the granules are coming off, the asphalt is deteriorating and the shingles look like what Jay is showing here β€” that is a pretty good sign it is time.

Still not sure? That is what we are here for. Watkins offers complimentary inspections so you get a straight answer from someone who actually knows what they are looking at.

No guessing, no pressure. Just the truth about what is going on with your roof. βœ… NoMoreRoofLeak.com

June is National Safety Month! πŸš§πŸ’™At Watkins Construction & Roofing, safety isn't a checkbox; it's a non-negotiable commi...
06/18/2026

June is National Safety Month! πŸš§πŸ’™

At Watkins Construction & Roofing, safety isn't a checkbox; it's a non-negotiable commitment. Every crew member shows up equipped with harnesses, hard hats, and fall protection systems, because no job is worth cutting corners on.

But safety at Watkins goes beyond the crew. We protect your property too! Swipe to see the equipment and strategies we use to keep your property safe when we show up to work!

From the first nail to the final walkthrough, we hold ourselves to the highest standards on every single job site. A job done safe is a job done right. 🏠πŸ’ͺ

06/18/2026

Side by side on the same home and the difference is impossible to ignore. πŸ” Michael did a ground level inspection and found James Hardie siding, one by six cedar mill and soffit that looked like it was installed yesterday. Paint intact. No blemishes. Not a thing to touch.

Right next to it? A wood one by two with paint chipping and peeling, mildew, and rot already setting in.

Same home. Same age. Completely different story.

James Hardie is just built to last longer and that shows up on your maintenance bill over time. No scraping, no repainting, no rot. Just an exterior that holds up the way it should. πŸ’ͺ NoMoreRoofLeak.com

πŸ πŸŽ‰ We're headed to the Gulf Coast Home Expo 2026!Stop by the Watkins Construction & Roofing booth to meet the team, ask ...
06/17/2026

πŸ πŸŽ‰ We're headed to the Gulf Coast Home Expo 2026!

Stop by the Watkins Construction & Roofing booth to meet the team, ask questions, and learn more about roof repair, replacement, and exterior solutions for Gulf Coast homes.

Whether you're planning a future project or simply exploring your options, we're here to help with straightforward answers and expert guidance.

Oh, and rumor has it Lurk the Leak will be making an appearance. πŸ‘€πŸ“Έ You are not going to want to miss that one.

We will see you at the Expo! πŸ πŸ’™

🚨New Podcast Alert!🚨https://youtu.be/Y1tbgGC6g1wThis week, Patton Ford, owner of Ford Plumbing and Air, to discuss how t...
06/17/2026

🚨New Podcast Alert!🚨
https://youtu.be/Y1tbgGC6g1w

This week, Patton Ford, owner of Ford Plumbing and Air, to discuss how to make sure your air and plumbing systems are safe against harsh conditions and typical challenges homeowners face. 🏠

➑️ Check it out on any of your favorite podcast platforms!
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leakhunters/id1759001243
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1fKaBCeFBz97oBrE5KWSNI?si=ec3c42e4e6d34b15
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Player FM: https://player.fm/series/leakhunters

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