FAQ

The longevity of your roof will depend on a variety of factors. Like materials, quality of installation, and ventilation. Generally speaking, a well constructed roof will last between 15 and 20 years depending on the climate, quality of shingles and underlayment.

Serving our community for over 22 years, we are fully insured for both workers’ comp and general liability insurance coverage. What this means to you is that you will never be responsible for any of these expenses. We will provide certificates of insurance upon request. 

This is one of the best ways to know if a roofing company is legit. If they do not have either of these certificates, we would err on the side of caution.

With over 22 years of industry experiencing serving Chicago and its’ surrounding suburbs since 2000, we are one of the top ranked and respected roofing companies near you. We’re local, family owned & operated with the goal to continue providing outstanding roof replacement to our community. 

Surveys have shown that the number one criteria most people use to pick a roofing contractor is trust. The NRCA (National Roofing Contractors Association) recommends that you look for a contractor who fits the following criteria.

1. Has a proven track record (check references, talk to your local building department, look at work they’ve done in your area).
2. Is stable (How long have they been in business? Who owns the company? If you have an old phone book, check if they were in it).
3. Provides expertise (Are installers experienced? Does the contractor provide training and oversight of work? Has the contractor achieved certifications from manufacturers?)
4. Provides an understandable contract (Don’t sign something you can’t understand. Make sure you understand what you are agreeing to, what it will cost, and when payments are due).

When considering roof replacements, it’s important to notice what season of the year you’re currently in.

Peak Season- Late Summer/ Fall:
What this means: due to the sunny weather and clear skies, a lot of work can be done and timing is on your side. The days are longer and the weather is good.

Something to think about: peak season also means that there is a high demand for installers and materials which will come at a higher cost. High demand will mean the schedules are busier so it is good to schedule your appointment to sign a contract as early as possible to accommodate for any possible material delays and to secure your spot for installation at a time that works best for you.

Off Season– Early Spring/ Winter
During this time period, it is a great time to get a quote for you roof replacement and sign a contract. To get ahead of the Summer Rush, Spring time is a great window of opportunity to install a roof- as long as you understand that it is a weather permitting job.

Now when it comes to winter, there are other challenges to consider: snowfall and freezing temperatures make it difficult to work with asphalt shingle roofs, so it’s best install the roof above freezing temperatures.

Although on the bright side, winter is a usually not a very busy time to schedule an appointment for a quote, so snagging those lower material cost prices might be a great deal!

When you’re getting your new roof installed, make sure to inquire about ice and water shield protection to insure that your roof will have the utmost protection for when the winter months roll through.

At Promar, we always install Ice and Water shield to protect your roof and to help prevent ice damming from happening- although it is something that no roofer can 100% guarantee from occurring, adding that kind of protection does help.

This is a great question, that we love to get! Many of our customers find us by reading our outstanding 5 star reviews on Google or by word of mouth.

We’re popular in the community for the high caliber quality work we do and our local honest reviews speak for themselves.

If you’d like, we can also give you some references if calling is more of your thing.