Chicagoland Commercial Re-Roofing & Roof Replacement

A full roof replacement—often called a “tear-off”—means stripping the roof down to the deck and starting fresh. While this option carries more upfront cost, it provides the longest service life and peace of mind. Removing old materials allows our team to:

• Inspect and repair the structural roof deck.
• Eliminate trapped moisture that could damage new materials.
• Install a brand-new system without the burden of aging substrates.

When is a tear-off necessary?

• When a building already has two or more roof layers.
• When trapped moisture covers more than 30% of the roof (confirmed via infrared scan).
• When the deck shows signs of structural decay.
• When the existing surface isn’t a viable substrate for recovery.

And with Illinois adopting the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), every full replacement now requires new insulation rated at R-30. Our team ensures your project not only passes inspection but also delivers long-term energy efficiency.

Not every roof needs to be torn off. In some cases, a retrofit system—installing a new roof directly over the existing one—can save significant time and cost.

A good retrofit candidate includes:

• A roof that’s been properly maintained and is still within service life.
• A roof with only isolated leaks or damage.
• A deck strong enough to support added weight and meet wind-uplift requirements.

Before starting, we perform a thermographic infrared moisture scan to identify and remove any “wet” areas before overlay installation. This guarantees your new system is installed on a dry, solid base.