Flat roofing in Chicago and the North Shore

Flat Roofs.
Serious Details.

A failed flashing, a deteriorated parapet, poor drainage or an aging membrane. We bring a builder’s understanding to flat roofing on Chicago homes, garages and multi unit buildings.

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What We Look At

It's Never Just
the Membrane.

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  1. 01 Existing membrane and previous repairs Membrane and past repairs
  2. 02 Roof slopes and drainage paths Slopes and drainage
  3. 03 Scuppers, drains and gutters Scuppers, drains and gutters
  4. 04 Parapet walls and masonry Parapet walls and masonry
  5. 05 Roof edges, copings and flashings Edges, copings and flashings
  6. 06 Rooftop equipment and penetrations Rooftop equipment and penetrations
  7. 07 Roof decks and access conditions Roof decks and access

Our Flat Roofing Work

  1. 01

    Repair

    We find the source of the problem and fix it, without selling you a roof you don't need. We fix the problem without pushing a new roof.

  2. 02

    Replacement

    When a roof is past saving, we tear it off, check what's underneath and build it back right. We tear it off and build it back right.

  3. 03

    Flashing

    Most leaks start where the roof meets a wall, vent or skylight. We seal those details properly. We seal the spots where most leaks start.

  4. 04

    Maintenance

    Regular checkups catch small problems early, before they turn into leaks. Checkups catch small problems before they leak.

Roofing work by Dad Exteriors in Chicago

Repair It? Replace It?
Let's Decide With the Facts.

A leak doesn't automatically mean replacing the entire roof. We'll explain what we see and whether more investigation is needed. A leak doesn't always mean a new roof. We'll explain what we see and what's next.

Find My Leak

Planning a
Rooftop Deck?

Don't treat the roof and the deck as separate afterthoughts. We plan them together, with drainage, structure, access and future maintenance in mind. We plan the roof and deck together, with drainage, structure and access in mind.

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Here's How Dad Does a Roof

Step 01

First, We Look

Step 02

Then, We Explain

Step 03

Then, We Build

Step 04

Finally, We Wrap It Up

Doing the roof? Ask about gutters, roof decks and other add ons

Flat Roofing Questions

Is TPO better than modified bitumen?

Neither is better for every building. TPO is a reflective single ply membrane that works well on larger, open roofs, while modified bitumen is tough and handles foot traffic well. We look at your roof, how it's used and your budget before recommending one.

Can you install a new roof over an existing roof?

Sometimes. If the existing roof is dry, sound and code allows it, a recover can work. If there's trapped moisture or too many layers already, a full tear off is the better call. We check before we recommend either.

Can water get trapped beneath a flat roof?

Yes. Water can get in through a small opening and spread through the insulation underneath, long before you see a stain inside. Wet insulation loses its value and can damage the deck, so we check for it before deciding on a repair or a new roof.

Do you handle parapet flashing?

Yes. Parapets are where flat roofs meet brick, and they're one of the most common places leaks start. We flash them as part of the roof so the membrane, the wall and the coping work together.

Do you offer written warranties?

Yes. Every roof comes with our written workmanship warranty, on top of the manufacturer's warranty on materials. We go over the details with you before you sign.

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Fresh Start.
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