Roofing in Lincoln Park, Chicago

Our work in Lincoln Park

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Siding remodel

Lincoln Park, Chicago

The problem: The homeowner decided to remodel the siding. When we inspected, we found the old siding contained lead, which has to be removed following proper procedures.

What we found: The house sits less than two feet from the neighboring home. Chicago code requires a fire-resistance-rated sheet on that wall to protect both properties.

How we fixed it: We informed the homeowner, followed the proper lead-safe procedures, and installed the fire-rated sheathing the city requires before the new siding goes on — so the job meets Chicago code.

Homes and roof details

Older frame homes can have steep gables, dormers and wood trim, while masonry residences may include low-slope sections behind parapets. Rear additions introduce siding and flashing details beyond the street façade. A freshly painted exterior does not show whether water is getting behind those details. Check preservation status before proposing changes to visible historic materials.

Problems worth checking

• Water at dormer cheeks can move behind siding and appear below the roof-wall junction.
• A separated parapet flashing joint can cause a leak on an otherwise intact low-slope roof.
• A narrow rear drainage route needs careful outlet placement to avoid soaking exterior trim.

Services for these homes

Roof and flashing repair, siding/soffit work and gutter routing can be considered together when water crosses several exterior layers. The published Lincoln Park siding remodel is a real example of our exterior work here, not evidence of a roofing job at the same property.

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