Chicago Leaking Roof Repair, Flat Roof,Chimney Flashing

Jan
10

Flat Roof Leak Repair

by Chuck

Chicago Flat Roof Leak Repair & Coatings Do you have a flat roof here in Chicago that has a leak that needs to be repaired? Well, you came to the right place! Hello, my name is Chuck and I have over 22 years experience in the roofing industry. I have specialized in flat roof leak repair and flat roof maintenance coatings here in Chicago since

Jan
11

Chimney Flashing Repair

by Chuck

Chicago Chimney Flashing Repair One of the leading places for roof leaks is around a home’s chimney. Worn or improperly installed flashing can lead to a leaking roof in short order in Chicago’s cold weather. Snow and ice cause expansion in chimney flashing leading to leaks. I specialize in repairing or replacing chimney flashing. All my flashing systems are hand-made on site and come with

Dec
12

Six Simple Tips For Roofing Contractors

by Chuck

Six Simple Tips For Roofing Contractors Here’s a few suggestions that will help build your company’s reputation. Simple things mean much and add up. 1.) Be sure to have all the correct materials on the job before starting. 2.) Install the roofing materials as the manufacture recommends. You could void the warranty by not following the manufacture guidelines.Don’t take short-cut. Be sure that the roof

Dec
5

Difference Between Three-Tab and Laminated Asphalt Shingles

by Chuck

Difference Between Three-Tab and Laminated Asphalt Shingles Three-Tab Shingles – The most commonly used type of shingles are the traditional three-tab asphalt shingles. These are the least expensive option of asphalt shingles. 3 tab shingles appear as three separate shingles because of strips with notches that makes up the three tabs. This leave what is know as a water line going up the roof where

Nov
22

Q & A: What Are “Organic” Shingles?

by Chuck

What Are “organic” Shingles? I received a question concerning organic shingles. Ray from Cincinnati asked, “are organic shingles truly organic?” Here’s my answer: All shingles are constructed using asphalt as the surface waterproofing material, so, no roofing shingles are not actually organic. The term “Organic” refers to the reinforcement backing. There are three general types of shingles: polyester, fiber glass, and organic. The term “organic

Nov
15

Repairing PVC Membrane Flat Roofing Systems

by Chuck

Repairing PVC Membrane Flat Roofing Systems Many flat roofs use a PVC membrane that is composed of only one layer of material, polyvinyl chloride. PVC roofs are specially designed to withstand ponding water, the cause of many flat roof leaks. PVC membrane is welded together with hot air (no open flame) to eliminate all seams so moisture can not pass through. PVC roofing systems also