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Commercial Multi-Family Flat Roof Replacement in Lake Forest

Returning to the North Shore is something we always enjoy. Partly because of how nice the area is, and partly because it almost feels like a second home to us. This recent multi-family flat roof replacement in Lake Forest went so smoothly and efficiently because of this. Our expert flat roof crews are always very detailed and efficient, and being near the lake, from Lake Bluff, to Riverwoods, Highland Park, Winnetka, Wilmette, and of course Lake Forest, just adds a little extra energy.

The flat roofs we recently replaced on these town homes in Lake Forest were done to architect specifications and will ensure that they look and perform at their best. Starting with a recovery board, topped with polyiso insulation, and a top layer of adhered commercial Carlisle EPDM membrane, this roof will provide waterproofing, additional insulation, and even reduce the audible noise. Using a full Carlisle roof system along with all recommended EPDM accessories allows us to provide a 20-year warranty for the entire flat roof replacement. Alongside the membrane roof replacement, we also had our sheet metal crew fabricate custom copper copings and copper overflow boxes. The copper copings are essential perimeter flashings to ensure proper water and ice shedding, and the copper overflows make sure that the roof never floods if the drains become clogged. The homeowner association also requested that we replace the custom Velux skylights on some of the units and perform masonry repairs on the chimneys. What may seem like a complicated community flat roof replacement in Lake Forest, was a perfect challenge to keep our crews motivated.

SMART Roofing, Inc. is a full-service roofing contractor serving Lake Forest and its surrounding suburbs. Select SMART Roofing, Inc. as your Lake Forest Roofing Contractor with plenty of experience with commercial flat roofs and residential flat roofs. From roof assessments and repairs to installations of virtually every type of new residential roof and commercial roof, our commitment to excellence, stellar customer service and exceptional results are the “SMART” roofing difference. Contact the roofing experts at SMART Roofing, Inc. at (847) 797-0404 to learn more about Carlisle products, visit carlislesyntec.com, or email us for your residential or commercial roofing needs. For more information on Velux skylights visit veluxusa.com.

Park Terrace Multi-Family EPDM Roof in Mount Prospect

Here at Smart Roofing Inc., we are not only professional roofers, we are professional builders as well. The knowledge of building envelopes and moisture prevention details gives us a whole different perspective on roofing, and all the elements that roofs tie into. Seeing row homes built from ground to roof helps us realize the process, and puts a bigger emphasis on making sure that the roof we install protects all the hard work of other trades.

Park Terrace Row Homes

Our recently finished multi-family EPDM flat roofs on Park Terrace Row Homes in Mount Prospect, are only one specific example of the process we are so familiar with. Having been there when the plot of land was being excavated for foundations, to the frame work being built, to the roof installation, and the final interior work, we have been there at every step of construction. Having met the carpenters, electricians, plumbers, insulation, and drywall crews, we were very involved in these buildings. We knew that when we install our new EPDM flat roofs, that they need to be installed perfectly. Not only to not compromise the other contractors’ work, but also to leave the future owners with a peace of mind that their new home will last for decades. With an average of R-30 value insulation, proper roof slopes, and Carlisle EPDM flat roof membrane, along with new gutters and downspouts,  we know that this commercial flat roof will not cause any problems in such beautiful buildings.

SMART Roofing, Inc. is a full-service roofing contractor serving Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. Select SMART Roofing, Inc. as your Chicago Roofing Contractor with plenty of experience with commercial flat roofs. From roof assessments and repairs to installations of virtually every type of new residential roof and commercial roof, our commitment to excellence, stellar customer service, and exceptional results are the “SMART” roofing difference. Contact the roofing experts at SMART Roofing, Inc. at (847) 797-0404, to learn more, or email us for your residential or commercial roofing needs.

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Schaumburg Commercial Flat Roof Recovery

Commercial roofs offer their own set of challenges that Smart Roofing Inc. is always ready to face. This flat roof recovery in Schaumburg was particularly interesting because of the coordination required between the crane team and the roof team. Since we recovered the roof with loosely laid Carlisle EPDM membrane, we needed river rock to ballast the membrane and prevent it from blowing off. To get gravel to the roof required a crane with a hopper, and some great teamwork.

Before we could even install the flat roof membrane, we had to make sure that the existing roof was ready to be recovered. We needed to vacuum up the existing gravel ballast, install recovery insulation to provide a flat surface, and only then did we lay the membrane down. Once the membrane was installed and all seams were sealed, we proceeded to load the river rock ballast with a team to direct the crane and a team to spread the ballast. Safety is always a priority with roofing, so safety lines and hard hats were a must! Smart Roofing Inc.’s sheet metal crew also made custom sizes of gravel stops and fascia to tie the whole roof together, making sure the perimeter of the roof is water tight and secure. Since the building is being remodeled into offices, the owner also requested that the skylights be replaced, which our team did without any issues. Commercial flat roofs are one of our many specialties, and this commercial flat roof recovery in Schaumburg, along with skylight replacement was a fun way to end the year.

SMART Roofing, Inc. is a full-service roofing contractor serving Schaumburg and its surrounding suburbs. Select SMART Roofing, Inc. as your Schaumburg Roofing Contractor with plenty of experience with synthetic cedar shake roofs. From roof assessments and repairs to installations of virtually every type of new residential roof and commercial roof, our commitment to excellence, stellar customer service and exceptional results are the “SMART” roofing difference. Contact the roofing experts at SMART Roofing, Inc. at (847) 797-0404, to learn more, or email us for your residential or commercial roofing needs.

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Disaster Recovery, Remediation, Repair, and Reconstruction Of Commercial Flat Roof in Elk Grove Village – Severe Storm Damage

Commercial Flat Roof ReplacementWe’ve seen the headlines from hail and storm damage in Elk Grove Village, Schaumburg, and Itasca —” High Winds Rip Roof From Building”.  Heavy hail and strong winds damaged not only roofs but vinyl siding, screens and windows throughout the Northwest suburbs on commercial and residential buildings.  The National Weather Service reported winds of 40-to-50 miles per hour.  In Itasca, winds topped 74 mph.

The remnants of the 24,000 square foot roof from Des Plaines Office Equipment’s corporate headquarters in Elk Grove Village lies in a nearby pond after high winds ripped it off in a fast-moving storm Friday, July 21.  The uninhabitable building will take about a year to repair and is only open to construction crews.  SMART Construction Group is working alongside the immediate disaster recovery and remediation services crews on this commercial building reconstruction.

SMART Construction Group is coordinating remediation, disaster recovery, and providing emergency temporary roofing.  As the emergency repairs and restoration efforts progress, SMART Construction Group will also be focusing on coordination of the complete interior and exterior reconstruction efforts for the entire facility.

Des Plaines Office Equipment President vows business, as usual, following the severe building damage from the storm and will utilize the company’s other facilities as restoration of the Elk Grove location gets underway.

If you have or suspect that you have, hail damage or storm damage to your home, building, or residential or commercial roof, contact the experts at SMART Construction Group and SMART Roofing, Inc. at 847.797.0404 or email contactus@smartroofers.com for your remediation, restoration, and repairs!

 Roof In A Pond (photo by Matt Miller)
excerpts from the article (By Tom Robb Journal & Topics Reporter )

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