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Prepare your roof for winter

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!

The reasons why you need tuckpointing

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!

Silicone Roof Restoration

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!

Why is it important to maintain a roof?

Why is it important to maintain a roof? A roof is like a shield, it protects a building from snowfalls, rains, and storms. But due to that exposure to weather threats, your roof requires special care. Even if it does look perfectly fine to you, there could be unpleasant surprises upon a closer examination. Before you run away to grab a ladder and try to climb your roof, Crown Roofing & Masonry wants to remind you that a roof check-up should be conducted only by professionals. Believe us, this is not an easy task! A regular roof examination is the best way to reduce the risk of mold appearing. Even a tiny crack on a roof surface is enough to increase the moisture inside your home, creating perfect conditions for mold growth. Besides the health risks, it can easily cause dangerous structural damage. Please, remember that should you want to sell the house, mold and leaking can significantly decrease the price. A damaged roof can be a reason of thermal leaks in your house. As soon as the problem is fixed, you will be able to enjoy a steady home temperature. One of the most convincing reasons to schedule a check-up is a possible need to prove your case to the insurance company. A broken shingle that wasn’t replaced on time could be used as a proof against you. Don’t save money on roof maintenance. A new roof can be checked once in a few years, but old ones require regular examinations, especially after natural hazards. It is a wise investment in the future. Got any questions about an inspection process? Call us at (847) 483-9960!

COVID-19 Update

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

Crown Roofing Chicagoland Modified Bitumen Roof

Modified Bitumen Roofing Professionals

Modified Bitumen Roofs are an excellent alternative for Residential Buildings and Commercial Properties in the Chicagoland area. A Modified Bitumen Roof is an extremely economical and flexible roofing system for low-slope or flat roofs in Chicagoland. Modified Bitumen Roofs are one of the oldest of the “modern” roofing methods, but the Modified Bitumen Roof has certainly been time-tested. With new advances in technology, the Modified Bitumen Roof has become a long-lasting and safe roofing material for single and multi-family dwellings in the Chicagoland area. Crown Roofing would love to come out to your Chicagoland Residential, Commercial or Industrial property to give you a free estimate for a Modified Bitumen Roof. Contact Us today for a free estimate with an experienced Roofing professional.

At Crown Roofing & Masonry The Customer Always Comes First

At Crown Roofing & Masonry we are fueled by our commitment to excellence and always go the extra mile to make sure our clients are completely satisfied with our Roofing and Masonry work. Our customer service and attention to detail is what separates us from other Chicagoland Roofing and Masonry companies. If you’re looking for a Chicagoland Commercial Roofing Company with experienced, well-trained Roofing professionals who get the job done right the first time, Crown Roofing and Masonry is the Commercial Roofing company for you. We only use top-quality Commercial, Industrial and Residential roofing materials. We offer competitive pricing and will stand behind our work ensuring your roof will be leak-free for years to come. Our Commercial Roofing professionals are licensed to install a wide array of roofing products, and we provide the best in value-based products and installation. We also provide top-quality Masonry and Tuckpointing services. Our clients are our number one priority and we will go the extra mile to make sure you’re completely satisfied with our work. Our services are designed to tackle even the most complex projects. Crown Roofing & Masonry services the entire Chicagoland Area. We offer all Chicagoland customers a 24-hour Roof Repair service in the case of an emergency. We work with many Chicagoland Commercial, Industrial, Residential Roofing and Masonry / Tuckpointing clients. Our fully-certified Roofing and Masonry professionals are ready to tackle anything from the most complex and large-scale construction projects to the smallest Roofing and Masonry repair jobs. At Crown Roofing & Masonry, our customer service and attention to detail is what separates us from other Chicagoland Roofing and Masonry companies. We have completed projects in Chicago, Aurora, Naperville, Saint Charles, Barrington, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Elk Grove Village, Des Plaines, Franklin Park, Oak Park, Downers Grove, Bolingbrook, Orland Park, Joliet and everywhere in between. We would love to come out to your Chicagoland property and give you a free no-obligation estimate, Contact Us Today.