Flat Roofing Specialists for Businesses in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago roofs work through temperature swings, lake-effect winds, and regular foot traffic from service teams. Performance starts with slope and drainage. Verify that tapered insulation or crickets move water to drains, and that strainers sit tight without leaving a gap where debris can lodge. Along taller parapets, keep flashing terminations high enough above the finished surface to accommodate snow and occasional ponding during freezethaw cycles. On buildings with large roof areas, expansion joints reduce stress loads on seams and help membranes stay stable over time.

Choose your system based on usage and maintenance plans. TPO excels at reflectivity and meets many energy objectives in open sun. EPDM handles structural movement and long runs, especially on older decks. Modified bitumen offers reliable seams and toughness around frequent penetrations and edges. Good results depend on details: clean transitions at walls, squared and sealed coping, properly welded or adhered seams, and protected walkways where technicians travel. Keep a simple log of roof visits so small issues are caught early.

Planning a new assembly or tear-off starts at Flat Roof Installation. If the existing roof is dry and stable but aging, targeted coatings and detail rebuilds on Flat Roof Restoration can extend life without a full replacement. For specific leaks at skylights, drains, or RTUs, visit Flat Roof Repair for focused solutions.