Articles featuring tag: roofing

How to Choose the Best Color for Asphalt Shingle Roof?

Asphalt roof shingle colors are numerous, giving homeowners plenty of options. This is important, as the roof represents a large percentage of a home’s outward appearance and the color you choose will have a big impact on the home’s curb appeal, but more importantly, making the right decision will impact your level of enjoyment of the home for many years to come.

Architectural roofing shingle tiles on display in store

The best color for roof shingles depends on a variety of factors, the most significant of which is the homeowner’s personal tastes. And because ...

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Cedar siding & roofing after hail damage in Bolingbrook, IL

Cedar siding and shingle roofing after hail damage in Bolingbrook project photo

Cedar siding & roofing after hail damage in Bolingbrook, IL

Project year: 2019
Object size: 2,500 sq
Project cost: $20,000 - $30,000
Location: Bolingbrook, IL
This extensive project included siding, roofing and gutters, which took place on a 2,500-square-foot home in Bolingbrook. This structure took on extensive damage during a hailstorm and we were able to respond quickly to secure the home.
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Complete siding & roof replacement in Hinsdale, IL

LP SmartSide siding, Atlas Pinnacle shingle roofing and guttering in Hinsdale project photo

Complete siding & roof replacement in Hinsdale, IL

Project year: 2021
Object size: 2,300 sq
Project cost: $40,000 - $45,000
Location: Hinsdale, IL
Complete roof replacement utilizing Pinnacle architectural shingles. We also replaced the siding with LP Smartside products, including gutters, soffit, fascia and trim.
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Leaking roof replacement and guttering in Clarendon Hills, IL

Leaking roof and gutters replacement, GAF Timberline HDZ shingle roof installation in Clarendon Hills project photo 1

Leaking roof replacement and guttering in Clarendon Hills, IL

Project year: 2021
Object size: 3,500 sq
Project cost: $20,000 - $25,000
Location: Clarendon Hills, IL
A roof and gutter replacement project on a Clarendon Hills home, utilizing GAF Timberline HDZ shingles, aluminum gutters and 3x4 downspouts. The project, on a 3,500-square-foot home, had to be completed in a timely manner, as the old roof was leaking.
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Complete asphalt shingle roof replacement in Downers Grove, IL

Complete roof replacement installing GAF Timberline HDZ shingles in Downers Grove project photo

Complete asphalt shingle roof replacement in Downers Grove, IL

Project year: 2021
Object size: 2,500 sq
Project cost: $15,000 - $20,000
Location: Downers Grove, IL
Multi-faceted roofing project on a 2,500-square-foot home in Downers Grove. This project involved standard shingles and peel and stick adhesive roofing material for flat areas. GAF shingles and adhesive roofing material were chosen for this job.
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Old roof replacement and guttering in Homer Glen, IL

Old roof replacement installing Owens Corning architectural shingles and new gutters in Homer Glen project photo

Old roof replacement and guttering in Homer Glen, IL

Project year: 2021
Object size: 3,000 sq
Project cost: $25,000 - $30,000
Location: Homer Glen, IL
This large and complex roof replacement job in Homer Glen involved installation of Owens Corning shingles and complete gutter replacement. Despite the complexities and size (3,000 square feet), the project was completed in 1.5 days.
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Complete siding & roof replacement in Lemont, IL

LP SmartSide siding, GAF shingle roofing, guttering and windows replacement in Lemont project photo

Complete siding & roof replacement in Lemont, IL

Project year: 2021
Object size: 3,000 sq
Project cost: $60,000 - $70,000
Location: Lemont, IL
Taking on a large-scale project in Lemont, this involved siding, roofing, gutters, doors, windows and skylights on a 3,000-square-foot home. This project required plenty of planning and communication with the homeowner, resulting in successful outcomes and yet another happy customer.
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Shingle roof and gutters replacement in Hinsdale, IL

GAF Timberline American Harvest shingles roof installation and gutters replacement in Hinsdale project photo

Shingle roof and gutters replacement in Hinsdale, IL

Project year: 2021
Object size: 3,800 sq
Project cost: $15,000 - $20,000
Location: Hinsdale, IL
The homeowner of this Hinsdale property found a leak soon after moving in. VIS Exterior came in to replace the roof with GAF Timberline American Harvest architectural shingles and also replaced the gutters.
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Shingle roof replacement and guttering in Glen Ellyn, IL

GAF Timberline HDZ shingles roof installation and gutters replacement in Glen Ellyn project photo

Shingle roof replacement and guttering in Glen Ellyn, IL

Project year: 2022
Object size: 3,800 sq
Project cost: $15,000 - $20,000
Location: Glen Ellyn, IL
This Glen Ellyn home received a new roof and gutters. GAF Timberline HDZ shingles and new gutters. The 3,800-square-foot home is larger than the average home, but offered no complexities for the VIS Exterior team.
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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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LP SmartSide siding & GAF shingle roofing in Hinsdale, IL

LP SmartSide Shake siding and GAF shingle roof installation in Hinsdale project photo

LP SmartSide siding & GAF shingle roofing in Hinsdale, IL

Project year: 2021
Object size: 3,000 sq
Project cost: $40,000 - $50,000
Location: Hinsdale, IL
This 3,000-square-foot home, located in Hinsdale, was due for a new roof and siding. The homeowners chose cedar shake siding and GAF Timberline HDZ shingles, which were installed by the team at VIS Exterior.
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Complete siding & roof replacement after hail damage in Woodridge, IL

Vinyl siding and shingle roof replacement after hail damage in Woodridge project photo

Complete siding & roof replacement after hail damage in Woodridge, IL

Project year: 2021
Object size: 2,500 sq
Project cost: $20,000 - $30,000
Location: Woodridge, IL
This project involved roof and siding replacement on a house that urgently needed it. Utilizing GAF Timberline shingles and Royal Woodland siding, this Woodridge home was quickly fixed and weatherproofed per the homeowner’s wishes.
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Complete siding & roof replacement after hail damage in Lombard, IL

Complete vinyl siding and GAF shingle roof replacement after hail damage in Lombard project photo

Complete siding & roof replacement after hail damage in Lombard, IL

Project year: 2020
Object size: 2,300 sq
Project cost: $20,000 - $30,000
Location: Lombard, IL
This post-hailstorm project included replacing the damaged roof and siding on a 2,300 square foot house in Lombard. Customer was looking for an honest contractor who could attend to their needs in a fast manner, but with quality outcomes.
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Full-service roofing contractor for HOAs & condo associations in DuPage County

Vinyl siding house with the new exterior after siding installation in Naperville

Full-service roofing contractor for HOAs & condo associations in DuPage County

When DuPage County HOA and condo associations need roof work, they know to call on VIS Exterior. We’ve done condo roofing and HOA roofing projects, restoration and repairs across the county, so we know the special needs of condos and townhomes, the various challenges they offer and how to expertly approach each individual situation.

HOAs and condo associations need a seamless solution from professional roofers who are good communicators, as these projects often involve numerous people, all with individual concerns. Property managers are ...

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Siding & roofing after hail damage in Clarendon Hills, IL

Vinyl siding installation and shingle roof replacement after hail damage in Clarendon Hills project photo

Siding & roofing after hail damage in Clarendon Hills, IL

This project involved full replacement of the roof, siding, solar skylights, aluminum wrapping and gutters from a customer looking for an honest contractor they could trust to do a great job. We used Owens Corning shingles and Royal Estate D5 vinyl siding.

Project year: 2020
Object size: 1,800 sq
Project cost: $20,000 - $30,000
Location: Clarendon Hills, IL
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Full siding & roofing replacement in Indian Head Park, IL

LP Diamond Kote siding installation and shingle roof replacement in Indian Head Park project photo

Full siding & roofing replacement in Indian Head Park, IL

This Indian Head Park project included a full replacement of the roof, siding, windows, doors, trim and gutters on a 42-year-old home. We used GAF Timberline shingles and Diamond Kote siding.

Project year: 2020
Object size: 3,000 sq
Project cost: $50,000 - $60,000
Location: Indian Head Park, IL
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Shingle roofing and gutters in Willow Springs, IL

Shingle roof replacement and gutters in Willow Springs project photo

Shingle roofing and gutters in Willow Springs, IL

This Willow Springs project involved installing a new roof and gutters using GAF Timberline HDZ shingles and aluminum seamless gutters and downspouts.

Project year: 2020
Object size: 4,000 sq
Project cost: $20,000 - $30,000
Location: Willow Springs, IL
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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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Roofing after hail damage in Darien, IL

Shingle roof replacement after hail damage in Darien project photo

Roofing after hail damage in Darien, IL

Following a hail storm, this Darien home required a roof inspection, experts to help deal with insurance adjusters, and ultimately a new roof. We used Owens Corning Duration shingles.

Project year: 2020
Object size: 3,600 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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Shingle roofing in Westmont, IL

Shingle roof replacement in Westmont project photo

Shingle roofing in Westmont, IL

A roof replacement project for a house in Westmont that was on the market and needed quick upgrades. We used GAF Timberline HDZ shingles for the is project, which was completed on time and on budget.

Project year: 2020
Object size: 2,800 sq
Project cost: $5,000 - $10,000
Location: Westmont, IL
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Shingle roofing and gutters in Willowbrook, IL

Shingle roof replacement in Willowbrook project photo

Shingle roofing and gutters in Willowbrook, IL

A repeat customer’s large roof and gutter replacement job on a property in Willowbrook. We chose GAF Timberline HDZ architectural shingles and aluminum gutters.

Project year: 2020
Object size: 3,500 sq
Project cost: $20,000 - $30,000
Location: Willowbrook, IL
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Shingle roofing in Clarendon Hills, IL

Shingle roof replacement in Clarendon Hills project photo

Shingle roofing in Clarendon Hills, IL

A roof replacement project for a Clarendon Hills homeowner that had done their research and knew where to go for top-notch services with no frills. We used GAF Timberline HDZ shingles for this roof replacement project.

Project year: 2020
Object size: 1,800 sq
Project cost: $10,000 - $15,000
Location: Clarendon Hills, IL
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Shingle roofing in Willow Springs, IL

Shingle roof replacement in Willow Springs project photo

Shingle roofing in Willow Springs, IL

A roof replacement project in Willow Springs on a home that had some sagging areas that required repair before the new roof could be installed. We used GAF Timberline HDZ architectural shingles.

Project year: 2020
Object size: 3,500 sq
Project cost: $10,000 - $15,000
Location: Willow Springs, IL
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Siding & old roofing replacement in Wheaton, IL

James Hardie siding installation and shingle roof replacement in Wheaton project photo

Siding & old roofing replacement in Wheaton, IL

A complete roof and siding replacement project on a large home in Wheaton. The project included removing old wood shake roofing and siding and installing Owens Corning Duration black shingles and James Hardie siding, as well as new gutters and downspouts.

Project year: 2020
Object size: 3,400 sq
Project cost: $30,000 - $40,000
Location: Wheaton, IL
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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 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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Homer Glen roofing