Glory Homes, Inc.

05/06/2025

As .the contractors for this fun project, we were privileged to help the owners realize their vision. We know Dorothy’s will be a great sucess.

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=691401286809317&id=100078183543830

10/05/2022

Main St project was and is quite the challenge, but Joe, Joey and Mike are up to the task.

07/31/2021

It’s been a while since we posted anything. We have been in the enviable position that we haven’t had to advertise for work. And after twenty plus years of working on historic properties in Jacksonville, we are very fortunate to have been able to work for many great clients and on their wonderful projects

We have to be able to do a wide variety of skills to work on these old ladies, from making replacement capitals to building handicap ramps to allow an aging client to still enjoy her home. We now have access to a small independent mill shop for custom trim as well as dedicated suppliers that give us access to the best materials for the needs of historic renovation.

Our craftsmen have typically been with us years and new hires are done so with the idea that this is a long term relationship.

We are always looking for a dedicated craftsman to add to our team. If you think you would like to help us care for our clients’ homes, contact us for a interview.

11/29/2017

Why does my wood siding melt?

"In wet climates, house wrap sometimes reacts poorly with certain kinds of wood siding. Lignin (a naturally occurring substance in many species of wood) is water soluble and acts as a detergent. Like all detergents, it decreases surface tension and destroys the house wrap’s ability to repel water. Research has shown that wood lignin makes it easier for liquid water to pass into the wall. Certain types of wood siding, such as redwood, cedar, and manufactured hardboard siding, seem to accelerate the problem. To avoid this problem, carefully attach heavy building paper (30-pound asphalt impregnated) to the walls as a substitute for house wrap. You also might consider installing felt paper over the house wrap as a water-repellent surface."

https://www.hometips.com/buying-guides/insulation-air-barriers.html

07/26/2017

I do love teaching at AAA Construction School.

On Saturdays, it is contractor training -- general, builder and residential. And on Sundays -- business and finance. I meet so many people in the construction industry not only in Jacksonville, but from Orlando to Tallahassee. One thing I do know is that the construction industry is BOOMING here.

Lots of jobs for lots of people.

And, for what its worth, think I love teaching roofers the most. You've got to be a little crazy to be a roofer in Florida.

02/10/2017

We do window surveys for historic homes -- commission ready for you.

04/07/2016

We are in the process of fabricating corinthian column capitals for a couple of historic houses in Springfield. The dark color is actually a waterpoof coating which will protect the plaster. Next step is to trim each side, paint and install

03/15/2016

Repairing columns.

01/16/2016

Glory Homes, Inc. would like to welcome Kimberly Anne Pryor as head of our structural division. Kim's job is to crawl under your house, jab beams and joists, examine piers, take photos and come up with a plan to solve your foundation problems. You can contact Kim at: [email protected].

09/20/2015

RESPECT the designation. SAVE the houses. SIGN the petition!

The letter says it all: bought with the intent to demolish. The owner of this historic home on Ionia has other options as opposed to requesting a demolition. The home can be donated to a non-profit, sold to another party willing to restore, or mothballed by the current owner and rehabbed. We value o…

09/06/2013

Probably the most intricate floor we've ever worked on. Oak and mahogany, pattered and 100 years old.

08/05/2013

Take a moment to sign the online petition. Save what's left of LaVilla

http://www.change.org/petitions/jacksonville-landing-use-zoning-board-support-historic-landmark-designation-for-lavilla-shotgun-houses

The LaVilla neighborhood in Jacksonville was once referred to as "the Harlem of the South." Today few structures remain to mark what was truly a...