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Franos Roofing
4.9(
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Asphalt Shingle Roofing - Install or ReplaceAsphalt Shingle Roofing - RepairTraditional Tile Roofing - Install or Replace+26 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

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Emergency services offered

"I had wind damage to 3 major areas on my roof. Arek Franos is the way to go for all of your roofing needs. He is courteous, prompt and will give you the honest truth on exactly what needs to be done to properly restore your roof. If there is ever a need for repairs or a total roof job, please consider Franos Roofing. You will not be disappointed. Mike - Merrillville"
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Guardian Roofing Systems, LLC
4.9(
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Flat, Foam or Single Ply Roofing - RepairFlat, Foam or Single Ply Roofing - Repair- For Business

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

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Emergency services offered

"Angelo was helpful, thoughtful, and professional during the entire process. He explained everything thoroughly to make sure we knew what we were getting and communicated every step along the way. We wouldn't hesitate to call Guardian Roofing for any future roofing needs."
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+13

Response time2 days
Response rate91%
100 neighbors recently requested a quote
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High Tops Roofing & Construction, LLC
4.3(
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Asphalt Shingle Roofing - RepairTraditional Tile Roofing - RepairFlat, Foam or Single Ply Roofing - Repair+3 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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Emergency services offered

"This company is outstanding. They tore off the old roof and replaced a new roof in 9 hours with a crew of 7. Everything was put back in place and cleaned up perfectly. I did not find one nail anywhere after they left. This is the second time High Top Roofing was contracted to do the job in 18 years. Great company and Dan is wonderful to work with."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Andres Roofing & Construction, Inc.
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Asphalt Shingle Roofing - RepairInspection - RoofingFlat, Foam or Single Ply Roofing - Repair+2 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Andres Roofing was expedient and professional. The chimney flashing was wrapped & sealed as was our fireplace chimney. We had leaks and needed this repaired. They placed a few missing shingles on our roof as well! Thank you & we will hire you again, Harris Family"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Roofing questions, answered by experts

When installed and maintained properly, a cedar shake roof should last up to 60 years. Severe weather and high winds will damage your roof, reducing its life span. Expect a shorter life span if the roofer didn't use top-grade material, didn’t have cedar shake expertise, didn’t create the proper ventilation, or didn’t use the correct fasteners. Keeping up with maintenance will help it last longer. It’s also a good idea to get roof inspections on a regular basis to help spot repairs before they become major issues.

The short answer is, yes, cedar shakes do last longer than asphalt shingles. But the long answer is, it depends on maintenance. Asphalt shingles last about 20 years, while cedar shingles typically last about 30 years with proper maintenance. If they are very well maintained and installed in an area with a mild, drier climate, they can last up to 50 years.

The most common slope range for roofs on houses in snowy areas is between 4/12 and 6/12, or 50%. A roof with a slope of less than 10%, or roughly a 2/12 pitch, won’t be effective at shedding snow. However, roofs that are too steep can allow large amounts of snow to build up and fall all at once, creating a hazard for those on the ground.

Chimney caps have a solid top but perforated sides so smoke can exit safely. If rain or snow falls downward, chimney caps can protect the chimney’s interior. Just note that if rain or snow blows in sideways, there’s a higher likelihood it will enter the chimney—but it's not often a cause for concern as long as you have a cap.

Asphalt roofs provide better insulation than metal roofs, but that doesn’t always mean that asphalt roofs are better for reducing heating and cooling bills. In hotter climates, metal roofs will usually be better for home efficiency because the material reflects more sunlight and reduces solar heat gain. In colder climates, asphalt roofs are sometimes superior in terms of efficiency because they introduce more solar heat gain to your home and have greater insulating capabilities. However, metal roofs installed with an air gap can provide similar levels of insulation.

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