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Chicago skylight replacement
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Chicago skylight replacement
If you live in the Chicago area and have skylights on your home, chances are you will have a leak at some point. Chicago winters are hard on roofs as well as skylights, when water freezes, it breaks the seal on flashing and any other area that gives even a little room for water to penetrate.
If your Chicago skylight is beyond repair and you want to replace it, you have several choices. First you could have the skylight removed and the hole cover up. Chances are the skylight was there to let light into a dark area, so you may not wish to choose this option. The next choice is to install a sun tunnel rather than a skylight. This reduces the chances of leaking in the future while still allowing light to get in. The final option is to replace the skylight with a new one. if you choose to do this, I recommend using VELUX Skylights.
VELUX, the world leader in skylights and roof windows, puts to excellent use our most abundant natural resource – light from above – by developing, manufacturing and marketing environmentally friendly products that provide and control daylight and fresh air in buildings, and products that heat water with solar energy.
High quality, energy efficient skylights are an important part of building today’s green friendly homes and buildings. The effect that natural light has on you physically, emotionally and psychologically is well documented. The benefits of natural light can have a profound impact on you personally, while the stewardship of VELUX will positively affect our environment for future generations.
Chicago Roof Leak Repair Specialist!
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Chicago Roof Leak Repair!
Charlie Jines is a Certainteed certified Master Shingle Applicator with over 23 years in the construction and roofing industry. “When it comes to leak repair, I have you covered! All work guaranteed.”
I first started shingle roofing in the summer of 1987. Since that time, oh so long ago, I have worked with a large variety of roofing systems, as well as other fields of construction such as drywall, framing, masonry, and flooring.
Today I specialize in chimney repair, skylight repair and installation, flashing systems, and roof leak repair. With proper repair and maintenance in these problem areas, the life of your roof can be extended, saving you money.
I perform all my own work rather than sending out unsupervised employees, so that I know the job is done correctly. I’m not a large outfit, but I do know what I’m doing and take pride in my work. I also use quality materials. I could choose to save money by getting all my materials from any one of the many cheaper home centers, but then I’d be returning to fix leaks that I already fixed. Top quality materials ensure quality results. Furthermore, all of my chimney, skylight, and wall flashing systems are top notch, and custom made on site. I follow the standards set by GAF, CertainTeed, and the NRCA Repair Manuals.
South Chicago Flat Roof Repair and Coating
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This is a flat roof on the south side of Chicago that had a bad leak on the back end right in the middle of the roof. The first thing that I did was install rubber patches where the leak was coming in. I then applied ponding water grade to the low spot before applying the finish grade. Next, all the seams received a coat prior to the finish grade. Then two coats of finish grade elastomeric coating were applied.
You can notice that this roof had a coat of silver seal the last time it was coated. The problem with this is that silver seal cracks within a few seasons. Elastomeric coating is much more elastic, thus allowing it to expand and contract with the roof during our extreme temperature shifts.
Another benefit with using this product is the cooling bill saving you will get. It’s a good idea to coat your Chicago flat roof in order to extend its life to its full potential. I can do most Chicago flat roofs for under $1,800.00 with a three year guarantee against leaks.
Skylight Chicago Flat Roof Coatings And Repair
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For roof repair in Chicago, Chicago flat roof leak repair and coatings, skylight leak repair, chimney leak repair. Chicago roof repair specialist.
Chicagoland’s roof leak repair specialist!
Chicago Roof Repair
Hello, I’m Chuck, Chicagoland’s roof leak technician with over 21 years in the construction and roofing industry. As a CertainTeed certified master roofer, I use cutting edge techniques and materials in order to diagnose and resolve even your most difficult leak problems. My procedures meet or exceed the latest repair standards. Feel free to surf around, or use the sitemap to explore my site. I have many photos, videos, articles, and a photo/video blog.
Most importantly, as a sole proprietor, I perform all of the work myself, thus eliminating sloppy and insufficient work quality often performed by unsupervised employees, the number one reason for unsatisfactory workmanship. Roofing companies advertise roof repair with the intent of selling you an entire new roofing system. I specialize in extending the serviceability of your existing roof with professional repair and maintenance . As a leak repair specialist, I will never pressure you into replacing a whole roofing system when repair, maintenance, a new skylight, or chimney flashing system can extend the serviceable life of your roof as long as possible.
I use Mastic Performance Metals in all my chimney, skylight, and wall flashing systems.
I follow the repair standards set by GAF, CertainTeed, and the NRCA Repair Manuals. As a CertainTeed certified master shingle applicator, I am up to date and follow all OSHA safety regulations. As well, I have completed the free VELUX Skylight installation training course, and an additional two week hands on training with a Velux certified installer.
Email me today for a free phone estimate!
From shingle repair, skylight and chimney leaks to flat roof coatings, I have you covered! The top photo was taken on the corner of Diversey and Kedzie. The gutter was leaking and several roofers had attempted to fix it, to no avail. Today it is leak free. The other two are a before and after skylight replacement I did on the north side of Chicago.
Certified Master Shingle Applicator
Reliable chimney, skylight, and roof leak repair in Chicago and surrounding areas.
1. Skylight leak repair and instillation 2. Roof leak repair 3. Chimney repair 4. Flashing systems installation 5. General maintenance 7. Sun tunnels 8. All Types of repair- drywall, tile, carpentry 9. Flat roof coatings 10. Blown off shingle replacement
Elastomeric Acrylic “Cool Coating” System
I use Mule-Hide Elastomeric Acrylic Coating because of its elasticity and durability in standing up to Chicago’s weather. Extending the life of your roof will save money in the long run. Elastomeric Coating provides a fantastic roofing solution for strapped budgets. It cuts cooling costs in the summer thus saving money on cooling bills. This is a flat roof in Wrigleyville. Go Cubs!
A few reasons to consider using this system:
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Extend the life of a low-slope roof 2 to 8 years
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If you’re looking for an Energy Star “Cool Roof” solution
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Less weight than other roof-over materials
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Lower installation and material cost
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Save on cooling bills
Skylights- Sun Tunnels- installed and repaired. Flat roofing coatings and repair. Chimney repair and flashing systems. Servicing the Windy City and surrounding areas.
Chicago flat roof repair Lawndale
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This roof is in bad shape on the flat areas. I used modified bitumen as well as Eternabond to hold them over until the home owner can replace the entire roof. I specialize in Chicago flat roof coatings and repair.
Southwest Chicago Chimney, skylight, and roof leak repair
For roof repair in south west Chicago, skylight leak repair, chimney leak repair. Chicago roof repair specialist.
I offer total flashing system replacement on chimneys and skylights. Chimneys are a problem area that often require new flashing rather than just a tar patch to provide a long-lasting solution to chimney leaks.
My flashing systems are of the highest quality. All chimney, skylight and wall flashing systems are custom made on site with several choices of metal and color. I offer chimney leak repair including tuck pointing, as well as skylight and other flashing repair.
Chicago Skylight
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Southwest Chicago Chimney, skylight, and roof leak repair
For roof repair in south west Chicago, skylight leak repair, chimney leak repair. Chicago roof repair specialist. Call today at 708-574-8052, 0r email @ jinesroofing@gmail.com
I offer total flashing system replacement on chimneys and skylights. Chimneys are a problem area that often require new flashing rather than just a tar patch to provide a long-lasting solution to chimney leaks.
My flashing systems are of the highest quality. All chimney, skylight and wall flashing systems are custom made on site with several choices of metal and color. I offer chimney leak repair including tuck pointing, as well as skylight and other flashing repair.
Flat Roofing Repair Chicago
Posted by: | CommentsFlat Roof at 1800 block North Hoyne Chicago
This is a Chicago flat roof that was in need of a temporary patch until it can be coated with Elastomeric Coating. One roof leak was around a stack, and the other was along the transition between the roof deck and the wall. This torch down patch with mastic should do the trick until then.
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708-574-8052
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Chicago flat roofing
Chicago ice roofing
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This is a flat roof that will be coated in the spring. This is a temporary patch along some bad seams.
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Repairing a leaking flat roof in a Chicago winter.
Posted by: | CommentsWhen the customer calls, I come. While roofing in the snow is not the best of conditions, it can be done.
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First I’ll have to find the roof. I think it’s under all that snow.
We have a blizzard warning for tonight so I better get going.
The customer says it’s leaking where the porch roof connects with the house roof. They had new gutters put on this past summer hoping it would solve the problem. I see some large cracks in the membrane that will need to be repaired.
The roof is also leaking in the corner. The customer says that they had this leak repaired this past summer. From what I can tell, nothing has been done in this corner for a long time. This roof is ready for an elastomeric coating. We’ll have to wait till spring to apply the coating, but I can patch these leaks for the time being.
Bust out the old shovel and broom.
Then use the torch to melt and dry the area.
Now torch down a patch making sure to tuck the material up the wall under the gutter.
That will stop the leak for a good while in that area… but like I said, this roof is ready for some serious maintenance. When we coat this roof in the spring, I will deduct the cost of the patch-work from the total cost.
South Chicago flat roof coating
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