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Avatar for Preferred Roofing & Exteriors

Preferred Roofing & Exteriors

4.87(
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Preferred Roofing & Exteriors

4.87(
425
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned & operated. Make America Great and your Home Great Again. We offer discounts to Angie's List members, we also offer an additional discount to Military and Law Enforcement families. Call us today for a free estimate.

"They're a bit busy. You will be happy, if you're patient."

Jay T on October 2019

Family owned & operated. Make America Great and your Home Great Again. We offer discounts to Angie's List members, we also offer an additional discount to Military and Law Enforcement families. Call us today for a free estimate.

"They're a bit busy. You will be happy, if you're patient."

Jay T on October 2019

P A W S Pest & Wildlife Service

5.00(
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P A W S Pest & Wildlife Service

5.00(
10
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated business with over 10 years experience. We have strong ties to the community. We offer seasonal promotions as as well as senior discounts. We except cash or check no credit/debit cards please. We offer exceptional service at a low prices. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and our phones are always answered.

We are a family owned and operated business with over 10 years experience. We have strong ties to the community. We offer seasonal promotions as as well as senior discounts. We except cash or check no credit/debit cards please. We offer exceptional service at a low prices. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and our phones are always answered.

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Fowler Heating & Cooling

4.64(
22
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Fowler Heating & Cooling

4.64(
22
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Fowler Heating and Cooling is Family owned and operated. Serving the Southern Illinois Area since 1979. Specializing in Heating, Air Conditioning, Furnaces, and Duct Cleaning. Our dedication and appreciation of our customers and their needs has resulted in over 70% of our business comes from referrals. We care about our quality of our work, and the relationships with our customers. ‎ [email protected].

Fowler Heating and Cooling is Family owned and operated. Serving the Southern Illinois Area since 1979. Specializing in Heating, Air Conditioning, Furnaces, and Duct Cleaning. Our dedication and appreciation of our customers and their needs has resulted in over 70% of our business comes from referrals. We care about our quality of our work, and the relationships with our customers. ‎ [email protected].

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Boss Roofing - Siding Experts Inc.

4.41(
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Boss Roofing - Siding Experts Inc.

4.41(
22
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Customers say: Quality work
22 years of experience

Boss Roofing-Siding Experts is Northern Illinois' #1 Roofing contractor in the area. Let us make your dream home become a reality. From Residential & Commercial Roofing and Siding to Windows, & Remodeling, no matter what your home improvement needs are, we are the perfect construction company for you. We can even remodel your home or commercial building giving it the beautiful look that you have always wanted. Call us today for more information or to schedule an appointment and let us exceed your expectations!

"Boss Roofing & Siding Experts did my Daughters roof and it turned out awesome! The price was good and the quality and professionalism was outstanding! They had everything done from start to finish in two days! Great Company!!!"

Steve S on October 2023

Boss Roofing-Siding Experts is Northern Illinois' #1 Roofing contractor in the area. Let us make your dream home become a reality. From Residential & Commercial Roofing and Siding to Windows, & Remodeling, no matter what your home improvement needs are, we are the perfect construction company for you. We can even remodel your home or commercial building giving it the beautiful look that you have always wanted. Call us today for more information or to schedule an appointment and let us exceed your expectations!

"Boss Roofing & Siding Experts did my Daughters roof and it turned out awesome! The price was good and the quality and professionalism was outstanding! They had everything done from start to finish in two days! Great Company!!!"

Steve S on October 2023

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Classic Copper Works

3.69(
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Classic Copper Works

3.69(
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Customers say: Quality work
26 years of experience

Classic Copper Works uses time honored German copper smith techniques handed down from father to son and passed on to our highly skilled artisans. We specialize in the fabrication of custom copper & bronze products and other metal specialties. WE DO NOT OFFER REPAIR SERVICES OF ANY KIND. Additional phone number - (888) 908-5339.

"Ordered and paid for custom awning that was to take 5 weeks. Its now been 16 weeks and still waiting. Owner is at best noncommunicable and at worst, rude. I'm now wondering if this is a scam and not a real business."

rick k on March 2025

Classic Copper Works uses time honored German copper smith techniques handed down from father to son and passed on to our highly skilled artisans. We specialize in the fabrication of custom copper & bronze products and other metal specialties. WE DO NOT OFFER REPAIR SERVICES OF ANY KIND. Additional phone number - (888) 908-5339.

"Ordered and paid for custom awning that was to take 5 weeks. Its now been 16 weeks and still waiting. Owner is at best noncommunicable and at worst, rude. I'm now wondering if this is a scam and not a real business."

rick k on March 2025

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Chimney Caps questions, answered by experts

Yes, thatched roofs are legal in most areas in the U.S., but you should always check your local building codes to ensure there are no restrictions in your particular area before installing one. Even where they are legal, you’ll usually need to apply fireproofing to the roof to keep it up to code. Keep in mind that a new roof might not increase home value as much if you choose a thatched roof, as they aren’t common in the U.S. and might not be as desirable to many home buyers.

While you technically can add a roof over shakes or shingles, it’s not a good idea. Roofing over existing roofing creates a moisture barrier underneath the new roof and since the trapped material is wood, you can expect a moisture problem. While you could get away with installing a new roof over asphalt or steel, wooden roofs should be removed, new underlayment installed, and the new roof installed over that. Also, the extra weight would add strain to your roof structure.

Sometimes chimney caps blow off during storms or fall off after rusting away. While this typically won’t cause structural damage, failing to replace a chimney cap can. A chimney cap prevents moisture, animals, and debris from entering your chimney, all of which can cause serious problems, such as damage to the masonry or blockages in the flue.

You should plan on replacing architectural shingles every 20 to 25 years in most cases, although you could see up to around 30 years of useful life. Replacing your roof before it reaches the end of its life is a good idea because it reduces the risk of roof failure and roof leaks, which can contribute to extensive property damage and hefty repair costs. Your shingles’ life span can be shorter if you live in an area that sees a lot of extreme weather, so plan on getting a roof inspection done every few years to identify the best timeline for replacement.

Rain shouldn’t come in through your ridge vents unless your vents are damaged or the rain is accompanied by very high winds. Most ridge vents use flashing or baffling to keep out rain, snow, and debris. If your ridge vent isn’t baffled, rain is more likely to enter your attic, so ridge vents with baffles are a better choice in areas with regular rainfall.

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