Champion Roofing News & Blog
Vinyl Siding vs Aluminum Siding
In keeping the home insulated and protected, some materials are better than others. One of the most common questions regarding siding, is which is better? Vinyl or aluminum siding. When deciding on the siding material, various questions linger in many homeowners...
Types of Commercial Roofing
A commercial building’s roof is a lot different than a residential roof. Most commercial buildings utilize a flat roofing system because they’re easier to install and maintain. Commercial flat roofs also provide a variety of solutions for HVAC units and other...
Commercial Flat Roof Repair
If you are a business owner or facility manager, choosing the right roof for your commercial building is crucial. Flat roofs offer a range of benefits that can easily improve the efficiency of the building as well as provide a long-lasting, durable alternative to...
Masonry Contractor for Commercial or Residential
Whether it is residential or landscape masonry, adding a touch of stonework to your property is essential for improving its aesthetic appeal and value. You can choose between gorgeous fireplace and fire pit additions on the inside or outside of your home, or you can...
Gutter Repair vs. Gutter Replacement
Deciding whether to repair or fix your gutters can be a tough decision. You do not want to spend money on unnecessary replacements, but you do not also want to make a repair that will not last long. The following guidelines will help you decide whether to replace or...
Types of Gutters and Gutter Guards
There are several types of gutters based on materials, styles, and shapes. If you wish to replace or install new gutters, knowing the different types will help you make an informed choice. Here are different gutter profiles and their applications. Once you learn the...
Common Types of Roof Leaks
If you have a leaking roof, you will need to repair it immediately before it compromises your house's health, becomes a bigger problem, and can potentially cost a lot more money than a small repair. No matter how small the leaks might appear, if not fixed in time,...
Do Solar Panels Damage Your Roof?
If you own a residential home or commercial property, you've likely been approached once, or more, by a Solar Energy company offering to install panels for free on your roof and save you loads of money on your energy bills in no time. It does seem like a no-brainer...
Choosing The Best Roof: Five Roof Types
Decision, decisions, decisions. Whether it's time to put up a new roof, or you're in the design and selection phase of a new construction project, choosing the type of roof to put up is not one of those “no-brainer” decisions. The roof over your head is more than just...
4 Red Flags That It’s Time For a New Roof
If the signs are clear that the time has come to replace your roof rather than just repair it, you're looking at a cost in the thousands (think national averages somewhere between $5-10K), versus a few hundred or so for an average roof repair bill. The actual price of...
Four Winter Roof Repair Problems
Old Man Winter can be tough to handle. The sub-zero temperatures, strong winds, ice and snow (and repeated thawing) can wreak havoc on humans, automobiles, sidewalks, roadways, and of course, your roof. While most of these common winter roof repair issues may not be a...
What to expect when you need a Chicago roof repair
When construction crews pull away from your newly built home or business, you may not be thinking about the type of roof you have and what you’ll do if it starts to leak or needs repairs. Owing to the infamous Chicago wind and rain, it is inevitable that you will...
Interior Indicators of Roof Damage in Chicago
Signs on the Inside Unfortunately, if your roof is in need of a roof leak repair, the inside of your house is likely to be the indicator of the damage, especially in the Chicago area where it blows and snows often. To check for damage, you will want to look at the...
Creating a Roof Maintenance Plan
Does creating a roof maintenance plan sound like a good idea considering your roofing issues due to the unique weather in Chicago? Roofing in Chicago undergoes more stress than homes found outside our area, because the windy conditions often set world records. In...
Winter Roof Maintenance in Chicago
Winter time in Chicago can be particularly rough on a roof, and it pays to have some regular winter roof maintenance when it is cold and icy outside. However, what roofers are looking for when they are doing winter maintenance might surprise you. There are also...
Six Autumn Roofing Maintenance Tips
You need to inspect roofing in Chicago in the autumn to ensure the materials can withstand our region’s horrible winter weather conditions. It is difficult for the roofers working for Champion Roofing Inc., to complete repairs to a rooftop during an ice storm, so our...
Questions to Ask a Residential roofing contractor
When it comes to choosing a residential roofing contractor or company for Roofing in Chicago there are many to choose from, but it is your roof and you want only the most reliable. So how do you go about selecting the right contractor for your specific roofing project...
Questions to Ask a Commercial Roofing Contractor
Before hiring a commercial roofing company or contractor for roofing in Chicago, there are certain questions you need to ask. You want to make sure you're getting the right professional for the job. A poor job can mean leaks and costly repairs in the future, which...
Dangers of Roof Moisture
Dangers of Roof Moisture A building’s rooftop is designed to protect its interior structures from moisture damage, but rain and snow will eventually degrade roofing materials. Quality roofing in Chicago is necessary to avoid damage that can ruin an entire building’s...
Advances in the Roofing Industry
Are you curious about the future of the roofing industry and are wondering if any of these advances are understood by high-quality companies for roofing in Chicago? Although some of the home services fields have advanced significantly in technology, the roofing...
Roof Maintenance in the Spring
Essential Spring Rooftop Maintenance Durable and high-quality roofing in Chicago is necessary for commercial and residential buildings, and Champion Roofing Inc., can provide advice concerning spring maintenance for rooftops. Late spring is the perfect time to fix the...
Roof Maintenance in the Summer
Have you been wondering if the summer is the best time of year for roofing repairs? On the other hand, are you getting calls about roof maintenance requests in the summer and do not know why this is common each year? Roofers in Chicago have plenty of work to do in the...
Choosing a Commercial Roofing Company After a Bad Experience
Many contractors and companies promise quality services and results, but, sometimes, customers are left with an over-budget or unfinished project, or worse the roof starts leaking shortly afterward. After an experience with an unscrupulous contractor, it can certainly...
Know how to handle minor roofing problems yourself
Many roof contractors will balk at the idea of coming out to fix a handful of damaged shingles when such a small job is easily managed by your average homeowner. All you need to repair minor shingle damage is a couple tools, the right materials, and a little bit of...
Famous Roofs Around The World
Can you name a famous roof that is known for its historical significance and the materials that were used to construct it? Few people can. Knowing our past can help us in the future, so let’s highlight two well-known roofs that have changed the way we look at roofs....
Online roof visualization tool to help you envision your home
In addition to our own roofing visualization tool, there are others available online that can help you see what a new roof will look like on your home. Check out some of the others below. PABCO Roofing Products has a program called HomeView Roof Visualizer where you...
We needed a Chicago Roofing Contractor
CHICAGO STORMS I never thought I would need the services of a roofing contractor. I mean, sure, I know all about rough weather and home maintenance. After all, I live in Chicago, home of some of the most epic winter storms in the United States. Living here has made me...
How to winterize your roof
If you live in a northern state that has hard winters with snow and ice storms, below freezing temperatures and lots of moisture, checking your roof and getting it ready for winter should be one thing you do every fall. Here in Chicago, we have these kind of winters....
Trying to decide if it’s time to call in Chicago Roofing Contractors to repair your roofing?
Roof damage is the worst and it always seems to pop up at the most inopportune times. These problems can range from simple honey-do repairs to professional jobs, but it is important to be able to tell the difference. Tips to determine if your roofing problem is a DIY...
Year-Round Maintenance Tips for Your Roof
If you live in the Chicago area, you’re used to the extreme weather of all four seasons. There are a few things you can do year-round to protect both the exterior and interior of your home from damage. Winter Though most of your routine year-round maintenance should...
Most Common Roofing Styles in Chicago
When the time comes to replace the roof on your Chicago area home, you may initially consider replacing it with the same color and style of shingles as currently installed in the space. However, many homeowners may consider taking a closer look at some of the other...
How To Avoid Ice Damming On Your Roof
When it comes to homes in Chicago, roofing on those houses may need a little more attention than in other cities with more mild weather. With our harsh and icy winters, it is not uncommon for some roofs to acquire problems that require a certain amount of maintenance....
Focus on Prevention if you have an Ice Dam problem in Chicago!
If you’re new to Chicago winters, you may be thinking a dam is something a beaver builds, but with the upcoming cold weather, your definition is about to change. If you are wondering what exactly these dams people keep talking about are, here’s an explanation: “An ice...
Champion Roofing to the rescue! Let us take care of all your Naperville roof repair needs.
There is nothing quite like that sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach when you are sitting on your couch, comfortably reading the newspaper and enjoying your cup of hot coffee when...DRIP. You’ve just felt a cold droplet of water splash onto your cheek. Where...
How to settle on a Good Roofing Contractor in Chicago
You shouldn’t just google contractors and pick the first one you find, because there are a lot of things that you need to consider before you hire someone to do your roof. In order to ensure that the job is done right and you and your property are properly protected...