Chicago rooftop decks, built from the roof up

Great Deck. Better Foundation.

A rooftop deck isn’t like a backyard deck.

Everything underneath matters, so as rooftop deck builders, we plan the roof and the deck together.

Plan your Roof Deck

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What's Underneath
Is Everything.

Roof membranes, drainage and structural loads. Get those wrong and a beautiful deck becomes an expensive problem. Get what's underneath wrong and a deck becomes an expensive problem.

Diagram of a rooftop deck showing the decking, roof membrane, drainage and structure underneath

What Dad Builds

01

Roofing and Deck Projects

Roof replacement and deck planned as one. Roof and deck planned as one.

02

New Rooftop Decks

Wood, composite and lightweight pavers. Wood, composite and pavers.

03

Rooftop Redecks

Remove the old decking and install new composite decking. Old decking out, new composite in.

04

Porcelain Pavers

Porcelain pavers that hold up to Chicago weather. Pavers built for Chicago weather.

05

Pergolas

Add sun shade to your roof deck project with a pergola. Sun shade for your roof deck.

Make It Yours

  • 01 Select your composite decking
  • 02 Choose lightweight porcelain pavers
  • 03 Add a fixed pergola for shade
  • 04 Anchor a pergola to the roof structure
Rooftop deck with pergola built by Dad Exteriors
Composite rooftop decking
Rooftop pergola on a Bucktown building in Chicago

The Dad Approach

Step 01

Understand the Existing Roof

Step 02

Determine What's Feasible

Step 03

Design the Right Scope

Step 04

Build and Close Out

Dad Standard Decking Colors

We build with a set of colors we trust to hold up to Chicago weather. Pick a deck board and a paver to match, and we'll take it from there. Colors we trust to hold up to Chicago weather.

  • Amberwood Wolf decking color Amberwood
  • Ashland Wolf decking color Ashland
  • Beechwood Wolf decking color Beechwood
  • Black Walnut Wolf decking color Black Walnut
  • Driftwood Grey Wolf decking color Driftwood Grey
  • Golden Cypress Wolf decking color Golden Cypress
  • Harbor Grey Wolf decking color Harbor Grey
  • Onyx Wolf decking color Onyx
  • Rosewood Wolf decking color Rosewood
  • Sand Castle Wolf decking color Sand Castle
  • Silver Teak Wolf decking color Silver Teak
  • Weathered Ipe Wolf decking color Weathered Ipe
  • Beton Antracite MSI porcelain paver color Beton Antracite
  • Beton Blanco MSI porcelain paver color Beton Blanco
  • Beton Grey MSI porcelain paver color Beton Grey
  • Brighton Crema MSI porcelain paver color Brighton Crema
  • Brighton Gold MSI porcelain paver color Brighton Gold
  • Cementique Graphite MSI porcelain paver color Cementique Graphite
  • Cementique Talc MSI porcelain paver color Cementique Talc
  • Cementique Silver MSI porcelain paver color Cementique Silver
  • Legions Midnight Montage MSI porcelain paver color Legions Midnight Montage
  • Praia Grey MSI porcelain paver color Praia Grey
  • Quartz Silver MSI porcelain paver color Quartz Silver
  • Quarzo Gray MSI porcelain paver color Quarzo Gray

Roof Deck Questions

Can I build a deck on my existing flat roof?

Sometimes. It depends on the roof's age, condition and structure. If the roof is in good shape and can carry the load, a deck can go on top. If it's near the end of its life, it's better to replace it first so you're not tearing up a new deck later.

Do I need a permit for a rooftop deck in Chicago?

In most cases, yes. Chicago generally requires a permit for rooftop decks, and requirements depend on your building and the deck design. We'll walk you through what's needed before any work starts.

Should I replace my roof before building a deck?

If your roof has only a few years left, yes. Once a deck is built, the roof underneath is much harder to reach. Replacing it first means the membrane, drainage and deck are planned together from the start.

Can you coordinate both roofing and decking?

Yes. We handle the roof and the deck as one project, with one plan, one schedule and one point of contact. That way nothing gets missed where the two meet.

How much does a rooftop deck cost?

It depends on the size, materials, access and the condition of the roof underneath. Once we see the roof, we give you a written scope and price so you know exactly what you're paying for.

The Roof Is There.
Let's Make Something of It.

Tell us what you have in mind, and we’ll help you

understand what’s possible.

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