Yearly Archives - 2020

  A flat roof has a pretty long lifespan, but time passes really quickly, thus sooner or later it will need to be replaced. The contractors at our company made a list of key signs that your flat roof needs a serious check-up and - maybe - to be replaced. Though flat roofs have many advantages, they have one weakness, it is pooling! Before we dive into this deeper, let’s clarify what it is. If water remains on the roof longer than 48 hours, this is pooling and it will surely shorten your roof’s lifespan. The question is: what is the sign that your flat roof is in a bad condition? 1.Puddles on the roof Rain has ended several days ago, but you still see many puddles on the roof? Well, that’s a warning sign. Though the market is full of products that help to reduce roof ponding, we recommend calling an expert, especially if the roofing material has been in use more than 9 years. 2. Tears, open seams, and cracks Some roofing materials can tear over the time. If a damage is small, a simple repair might be enough, but if you see that a tear is huge, it would be wiser to replace the roof, before moisture starts damaging a structure. 3. Plants and other organic growth Mold, mildew or even grass looks better in a garden, but your flat roof should stay free of it! Unfortunately, plants’ roots destroy the structure of a covering material. Not sure whether your roof needs a repair or replacement? Call us at (847) 483-9960 to schedule an appointment! Our contractors will come to your place to check every inch of the roof!

            Worried about the state of your roof? It means only one thing: it is high time to have your roof professionally inspected! Our contractors at the Crown Roofing & Masonry have prepared a short guideline that will help to understand whether there is a problem. If you are ready, let’s consider the cases when a check-up is a must!

1.   Go up in an attic!

An attic should be the first place to visit after you have thought about the roof replacement! Look for beams of light, for these are potential leaks. Stains, mold, and mildew also signalize the problem.

2.   Check your records! When was the last check-up? If it was years ago, you’d better update your data.
3.   Take a better look at shingles! Do they lie flat? Are there any cracked or buckling patches? If your answer is yes, it is quite possible that your roof needs to be replaced. Please, don’t forget to inspect gutters. Look carefully for shingle granules.  If you find lots of granules, that means your roof needs to be replaced ASAP!
4.   It is time to go outside! Take a good look at your house and especially the roof. Does it look saggy? Well, that is the sign that replacement can’t be delayed any longer.
5.   Look for plants on the roof! Though mossy roofs look very picturesque and eco-friendly, it is really a bad sign. Moss means high moisture, which is your roof’s worst enemy.
6.   Call a professional! Even if there are several damaged shingles, it doesn’t automatically mean that the whole roof should be replaced. Call us at (847) 483-9960 to schedule an appointment! Our contractors will come to your place to check every inch of the roof!

Hope you find this little article useful and stay tuned for more!

Winter roof preparation tips   Is your home ready for the winter months? Harsh winds, snowstorms, and even rains can lead to costly damage. If you want to enjoy Christmas lights, family evenings and holiday shopping instead of looking on Yelp for an available carpenter, it is high time to get your home winter ready!   Step 1. Make sure gutters are cleaned   Late autumn and early winter often bring increased rainfall, which is not only unpleasant but also quite dangerous. Clogged gutters fail to collect water and that increases the chance of a roof damage.   Step 2. Inspect the roof Do you remember the last time you had your roof checked? If it has been done years ago, we would recommend calling a contractor. There is no doubt that snow and water will put the roof to the test. A roofer will do a full checkup in order to detect & fix leaks. Please, don’t do it yourself, for this task requires special skills. However, we would like to share with you one easy way to detect a leak. Just go to an attic and use a flashlight. If there’s any, you will definitely notice water stains.   Step 3. Replace broken shingles   Faulty shingles should be replaced before the winter otherwise your dry and warm home can turn into a cold and wet place. How to understand that shingles need replacement? There will be leaves, dirt, and even little twigs underneath it.   Step 4. Look around   Do you have trees near your house? If so, make sure that branches don’t reach the roof. Strong winds can break them and that can cause the roof damage. Trim them in order to prevent this unpleasant situation.     That’s all for now, but please stay tuned for more! We hope that these maintenance tips will help you to keep your home in the best condition. Meet the winter prepared!  

  Not everyone knows that cracked mortar joints can endanger the stability of a structure. They serve two important purposes. First, they hold a wall together. Second, they prevent water from making its way into a building during rains. If water enters a brick, the surface can flake off or crackle, and – believe us – you wouldn’t want to deal with it! Tuckpointing is what you need to prevent the damage. Crown Roofing & Masonry has been repairing mortar joints in Chicagoland Area for quite some time and that experience allowed our professionals to come up with a fitting material and a proper technique to achieve high water penetration resistance. What is more, we will find a suitable mortar mix that won’t interfere with your mortar color. So, what is the main secret of ideal mortar joints? The joints’ thickness is vital for maintaining the integrity of the structure. It is always defined by the type of building. However, good thickness only will do little good if you choose the wrong mortar type. There are four main kinds, thus it might take a lot of time to choose the right one. If you don’t want to waste your time on that, contact Us today to schedule an inspection conducted by an experienced tuckpointing and masonry professional! You can also find more info about parapet wall tuckpointing and power washing here.   Stay tuned for more!

  Though there are so many various roof coatings on the market right now, today we will focus on silicone! The main reason for it is that silicone has proved itself superior to other options. If you’d like to learn about it more, let’s consider the main advantages of this roof coating! The main thing every homeowner should remember about silicone roof coating is that it is always applied to an existing roof, for it is not a stand-alone system. When will a contractor recommend you to coat your roof with silicone? Silicone coating is used for two main purposes: roof restoration and spray foam recoat. What roofing materials work can with the silicone coating? The good thing is that it perfectly works with modified bitumen, metal, EPDM, TPO, PVC roofing systems. What are main advantages of the silicone roof coating?

• Lower installation cost, about 1/2 of the cost of a traditional roof replacement;
• Reduces heat and energy bills;
• Perfect in ponding water situations.

How long this coating will last? It can last up to 15 years. Crown Roofing & Masonry appreciates your interest in our services and products. We will inspect your roof for leaks, deteriorated areas, open seams and damaged flashing. What is more, as an authorized certified silicone roof coating installer, we provide a 10 years Manufacturer warranty. Call us today to learn more!

To our Valued Clients, In times of uncertainty and change, the least we can do is meet the challenges head-on. Crown Roofing & Masonry has been working diligently to provide roofing & masonry services in the Chicagoland area for over 20 years and this remains unchanged. In accordance with the Executive Order from the Governor published on March 20th that allows essential business to remain open, Crown Roofing & Masonry continues operating. We are committed to keep the same level of excellence our clients expect. Following the guideline issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, we can guarantee you that:

• We take every sanitary precaution to protect our workers against . The same goes for the equipment we use. It is cleaned regularly.
• We encourage our employees to follow protective measures such as social distancing, regular hand washing, and staying home when feeling unwell.
• We make sure that our workers do not come to work sick or feel pressured to come. Yours and our workers safety is our top priority.

Here, at Crown Roofing & Masonry, we have an amazing team that is always here for you. Today and always, it is our privilege to provide commercial, industrial, and residential roofing services in the Chicagoland area. Being aware of Covid-19 impact on everyone’s income, we wanted to remind that Crown Roofing & Masonry offers free cost estimation. Call us at (847) 483-9960 if you require further information. Stay home, stay safe and let us care of any roofing or masonry related issues! Yours, Crown Roofing & Masonry