Evanston roofing knowledge from the people on the roof.
Local-specific guides on ice dams, slate, insurance claims, and Evanston's historic preservation rules.
Why Evanston Homes Get Ice Dams (and What Actually Stops Them)
Ice damming is the #1 winter call we get in Evanston. The fix is rarely a new roof — it's almost always an attic.
ReadRoofing a Historic Evanston Home: What the Preservation Commission Actually Approves
Synthetic slate, designer asphalt, and copper — what the COA process actually looks like in 2026.
ReadWhat To Do in the 72 Hours After a Hailstorm in Evanston
Hail rarely looks bad from the ground. The 72-hour window is when claims are won or lost.
ReadRoofing an Evanston Victorian: Materials, Pitch, and Lessons from 50 Projects
Victorians are the most demanding roofs in our service area — and the most rewarding when done right.
ReadReal Slate vs. Synthetic Slate in Evanston: An Honest Cost-Benefit
Both are good answers. Here is how to choose.
ReadThe Evanston Attic Ventilation Checklist
Walk this checklist yourself — flashlight in hand, in your own attic.
ReadWinter Roof Care for Evanston Homeowners
What to do and what to leave alone between December and March.
ReadRoofing Insurance Claims 101 for Evanston Homeowners
RCV, ACV, depreciation, and what to never sign. The homeowner's primer.
ReadHow to Tell Hail Damage From Wind Damage on Your Evanston Roof
Two very different failure modes. Two very different claims.
ReadSelling Your Evanston Home? Here Is What Your Roof Is Worth at Closing
Three scenarios — replace, credit, or stand pat — and how to know which one fits.
ReadLake-Effect Wind and Your Evanston Roof
Why east-of-Ridge roofs need more nails, longer membrane, and tighter ridge caps.
ReadGutters and the Evanston Tree Canopy
Why every Evanston home should have 6-inch gutters and oversized downspouts.
ReadTudor Revival Roofs in Northeast Evanston: A Material Guide
The architectural detail that defines northeast Evanston deserves the right roof.
ReadFlat Roofing for Evanston Greystones and Two-Flats
The dense greystone blocks of south Evanston and Rogers Park have their own roofing rules.
ReadCommercial Flat Roofing in Downtown Evanston
The downtown core has roofing patterns that demand experience — and tight scheduling.
ReadSkylights in Evanston Homes: When They Are Worth It
Done right, a skylight transforms a room. Done wrong, it leaks.
ReadRoof Ventilation and Your Evanston Energy Bill
An attic over 130°F costs you $400 a summer. Here is the fix.
ReadMetal Roofing in Evanston: Where It Fits
Metal is a great answer for the right Evanston home — and the wrong answer for many.
ReadRoofing the Northwestern University Neighborhood
The blocks just south of campus have a very specific set of roofing needs.
ReadThe Evanston Spring Roof Checklist
Twenty minutes in March saves thousands in July.
ReadWhy Chimney Flashing Is the #1 Leak Source on Evanston Homes
If your Evanston home has a leak, the chimney is the first place to look.
ReadRoofing in the Ridge Historic District
Ridge runs the length of the city — and the housing changes block by block.
ReadRoofing the Craftsman Bungalows of South Evanston
The bungalow blocks south of Howard are quieter than the lakefront — and just as historic.
ReadBuilding Permits, Inspections, and the Evanston Process Explained
We pull every permit. Here is what is actually happening.
ReadPlanning for Solar When You Replace Your Evanston Roof
Twenty minutes of planning now saves $2,500 later.
ReadThe Evanston Fall Roof Checklist
Two hours in October prevents most winter calls.
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