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Siding & roofing replacement in Hinsdale, IL

LP SmartSide siding installation and shingle roof replacement in Hinsdale project photo

Siding & roofing replacement in Hinsdale, IL

A complete roof, siding and gutter replacement project in Hinsdale on a 2,000-square-foot home. The existing roof and materials, including sheeting, had to be removed and the new materials chosen included GAF Timberline HDZ shingles and LP Smartside lap siding.

Project year: 2020
Object size: 2,000 sq
Project cost: $40,000 - $50,000
Location: Hinsdale, IL
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Siding and roof replacement in Downers Grove, IL

Cedar siding installation and GAF shingle roofing in Downers Grove project photo

Siding and roof replacement in Downers Grove, IL

Project year: 2021
Object size: 4,000 sq
Project cost: $20,000 - $30,000
Location: Downers Grove, IL
This 4,000-square-foot Downers Grove roof replacement project included taking off the old shingles and installing GAF Timberline HDZ shingles rough shiplap siding.
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Small hail damage repair in Naperville, IL

Small exterior repair project photo after hail damage in Naperville

Small hail damage repair in Naperville, IL

Project year: 2012
Project cost: $1,200 - $1,500
Location: Naperville, IL

Hail and wind damage can really take its toll on a house. Fortunately, our clients in Naperville only needed a small repair job done after a storm: aluminium wrapping replacement.

We appreciate it when our clients take care of their houses and notice the signs of damage early on, protecting their home from more serious structural damages and costly repairs.

Vinyl siding & roofing after hail damage in Naperville, IL

Vinyl siding, roofing & gutters replacement after hail damage in Naperville project photo 1

Vinyl siding & roofing after hail damage in Naperville, IL

This project involved replacing damaged aluminum siding, gutters and the roof, which had sustained hail damage. We used vinyl siding, GAF Timberline HD shingles, seamless aluminum gutters and 3 in. by 4 in. downspouts.

Project year: 2019
Object size: 3,500 sq
Project cost: $40,000 - $50,000
Location: Naperville, IL
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Vinyl siding & roofing in Arlington Heights, IL

Exterior remodeling vinyl siding installation roof replacement in Arlington Heights project photo 1

Vinyl siding & roofing in Arlington Heights, IL

Project year: 2016
Project cost: $10,000 - $25,000
Location: Arlington Heights, IL

A siding replacement project that transformed the facade of this lovely house in Arlington Heights.

The old front window was replaced with a new bow window with a black aluminium roof to create an eye-catching contrast with the new vinyl shake siding that we installed.

The end result draws out the beautiful features of the house, which is exactly what our clients had in mind.

Vinyl siding & roofing in Arlington Heights, IL

Royal Estate siding installation and shingle roof replacement in Arlington Heights project photo

Vinyl siding & roofing in Arlington Heights, IL

A return customer required full roof and siding replacement on their Arlington Heights home. We chose GAF Timberline HDZ architectural shingles and Royal Estate vinyl siding.

Project year: 2020
Object size: 2,400 sq
Project cost: $5,000 - $10,000
Location: Arlington Heights, IL
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Vinyl siding & roofing in Darien, IL

Alside insulated Prodigy vinyl siding installation and roof repair project photo in Darien

Vinyl siding & roofing in Darien, IL

Project year: 2015
Project cost: $10,000 - $25,000
Location: Darien, IL

Alside insulated Prodigy vinyl siding installation for increased insulation and a warm indoor environment on this beautiful house in Darien.

To complete the stylish look and enforce the protection against the elements, we installed multi-dimensional GAF Timberline shingle roofing.

Vinyl siding & roofing in Darien, IL

Royal Estate siding installation and shingle roof replacement in Darien project photo

Vinyl siding & roofing in Darien, IL

A complete roof and siding replacement project on a Darien home, which required shingle removal and plywood underlayment replacement. We used GAF Timberline HDZ architectural shingles and Royal Estate vinyl siding.

Project year: 2020
Object size: 1,800 sq
Project cost: $20,000 - $30,000
Location: Darien, IL
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Vinyl siding & roofing replacement in Woodridge, IL

Royal Estate siding installation and  shingle roof replacement in Woodridge project photo

Vinyl siding & roofing replacement in Woodridge, IL

A 2,200-square-foot home in Woodridge, involving a thorough inspection and full replacement of the siding, roof, soffit/fascia and gutters. We chose Royal Estate Dutch lap siding and GAF Timberline HDZ products.

Project year: 2020
Object size: 2,200 sq
Project cost: $20,000 - $30,000
Location: Woodridge, IL
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Vinyl siding & shingle roofing in Downers Grove, IL

Charming exterior remodeling project photo after vinyl siding and shingle roofing in Downers Grove

Vinyl siding & shingle roofing in Downers Grove, IL

Project year: 2010
Project cost: $15,000 - $16,000
Location: Downers Grove, IL

A charming exterior remodel in Downers Grove. To create this stylish look we matched dark multi-dimensional GAF Timberline architectural shingle roofing with beautiful and durable blue vinyl board and batten siding.

For a more complete feeling and to add some contrast, we also replaced the soffit and fascia with white aluminium materials, and installed new vinyl casement windows.

Vinyl siding & shingle roofing in Lombard, IL

White prodigy double 6” vinyl siding and roofing project photo in Lombard

Vinyl siding & shingle roofing in Lombard, IL

Project year: 2016
Project cost: $10,000 - $25,000
Location: Lombard, IL
This complete exterior makeover was completed in Lombard, IL. We replaced the old siding with elegant and durable white Prodigy double 6” vinyl siding, removed the beat down previous roofing materials and replaced them with GAF Timberline shingles for a rich, multi-dimensional look and warranteed protection from the elements.

Vinyl siding installation & roofing after hail damage in Naperville, IL

Vinyl siding & shingle roofing after hail damage in Naperville project photo

Vinyl siding installation & roofing after hail damage in Naperville, IL

This residential project involved replacing damaged aluminum siding with vinyl siding. A new roof was installed, as well as gutters, which had been damaged by hail. Aside from the vinyl siding, we used GAF Timberline HD shingles, seamless aluminum gutters and 3-in. by 4-in. downspouts.

Project year: 2019
Object size: 2,800 sq
Project cost: $20,000 - $30,000
Location: Naperville, IL
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What is the Average Life of a Roof?

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When people ask about the average life of a roof, the answer should vary widely because of several factors that make one roof different from the next. While a three-tab asphalt shingled roof will last between 15 and 18 years, that’s not going to be the case with every roof of that material, and this is due to a number of issues, including the quality of the materials being used, weather and the skill level of the contractors who put it on.

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What to Know About Roofing Before you Start your Renovation

Roofing renovation project

Six tips for tackling your roofing projectTaking on a roofing project is about more than the type and color of roofing material that you’ll have to choose. And while these projects can usually be completed in two to five days, there is a lot of planning to consider before you start your renovation.

Sure, getting a new roof isn’t as fun as renovating the kitchen or upgrading your bathroom, but it’s important. The roof over your head protects everything under it. It’s also the element of ...

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