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Asbestos Roofing

Andrew Schmidt

Since the 1980s, the use of asbestos in roofing and siding materials has rapidly declined. Asbestos fibers were added to strengthen roofing and siding materials, as well as increase their durability and provide insulatio...

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Common Roof Problems

Andrew Schmidt

Even the best-built roof will wear out and become damaged by the elements. Take a look at the following common roofing problems and know what to look for in order to prevent more serious damage. Leaks When your roof ge...

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Avoid Windy City Roof Failure

Andrew Schmidt

Here in the Windy City, we are no strangers to wind damage. Nothing is more of a nightmare to a facility manager than the damage strong winds cause to your roof: shifting ballast or separation of the membrane to the roof...

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Showalter Completes Rare Dome

Andrew Schmidt

Showalter Roofing Service completed a dome (shown below) for the Holy Nativity Romanian Orthodox Church in Chicago.   The architecture and installation of this kind of dome is extremely rare for a traditional roofi...

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Customer Testimonials

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Andrew Schmidt

"Needed an emergency tear off on a garage. They came in and did an amazing job in one day. These guys are the real deal, don't waste your time with others. Two years later, no leaks." ......

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7 Ways Your Furry Friends can Cause Roof Damage

Andrew Schmidt

Little furry friends can be cute, but not when they cause damage to your roof. Skunks, raccoons, squirrels, bats and mosquitoes can chew on things, leave droppings or even create nests on the piece of your home you rely ...

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Roof Inspection

Andrew Schmidt

We have told you many times how important it is to inspect and maintain your roof regularly to ensure it lives out its full service lifetime. Just like us, our roofs age and wear down, and just as we go in for check-ups,...

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4 Reasons you Should Consider Metal Roofing

Andrew Schmidt

Metals roofs are becoming more and more common. They keep noise levels down and have better temperature control than other roofing materials. Here are a few big reasons why metal roofing is taking off. Durable: Metal r...

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The 411 on Underlayment

Andrew Schmidt

What is roofing underlayment? Roofing underlayment is a special barrier installed between the roof substrate and the roofing material in its surface (shingles, tile, membrane, etc.). It provides extra protection to the ...

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Customer Testimonials

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Andrew Schmidt

"Very responsive and offered to fix minor issues with siding free of charge with purchase of sky lights. Everyone was professional. Work was done well and all debris was removed." ......

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Customer Testimonials

Review 6

Andrew Schmidt

"The work was completed within 2 hours and he even showed me the piece that he replaced that cause the leakage on my roof...  I will definitely call them in the future..." ......

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Customer Testimonials

Review 5

Andrew Schmidt

"While the roofer was on the roof, he noticed a small hole in another shingle. When checking closer he realized that an air vent opening had been shingled over when the home was constructed. I was outside at the time obs...

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