Adept Construction installed a new flat roof on a home in Glen Ellyn, IL. The finished roof was photographed in December 2022.
Project at a glance
- Location: Glen Ellyn, IL (DuPage County)
- Photographed: December 2022
- Service: flat roof replacement
About the area
Glen Ellyn is a DuPage County village known for Lake Ellyn, which was created in 1889 by damming a nearby stream.
What we checked
On a full replacement, the old shingles come off first so the crew can check the roof deck for soft or damaged wood before any new materials go down. That check decides whether the new roof starts on a sound base.
What we did
- Removed the old flat roof.
- Installed a new flat roof with new flashing around the vent pipes.
The finished project
Why flat roofs need their own approach
Low-slope roofs drain slowly, so they rely on sealed seams and well-flashed penetrations instead of overlapping shingles. That is why flat roof work is done with materials made for low slopes.
Keeping it in good shape
- Keep drains and edges clear so water never ponds for long after rain.
- Check the seams and the flashing around vent pipes each spring and fall.
- Clear heavy snow drifts, which pile up on flat roofs.
- Check the roof from the ground after severe storms. The National Weather Service Chicago office issues severe thunderstorm and high wind warnings for DuPage and Will counties, and lifted or missing shingles should be looked at before the next storm.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Adept Construction installed this flat roof on a Glen Ellyn home, photographed in December 2022.
No. Shingles need slope to shed water, so low-slope roofs use materials made for flat roofs.
Around seams, edges and pipe penetrations, which is why the flashing around vent pipes matters.
Twice a year, in spring and fall, and after major storms.
Planning a project in Glen Ellyn?
Adept Construction has served DuPage and Will County homeowners since 1997. See our Glen Ellyn roofing services and flat roofing. You can also see more Adept projects or request a free roof estimate.
