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Asphalt Shingle Roofing: Architectural Shingle Installation in DuPage County

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Architectural asphalt shingle roof installed by Adept Construction on a DuPage County home

Asphalt Shingle Roof Installation by a Local Illinois Roofer

Asphalt shingles are the roof on most DuPage County homes, and they’re most of what Adept Construction installs. We install architectural asphalt shingles, with Owens Corning as our standard and other brands on request, on full tear-off replacements and new roofs across Naperville, Downers Grove and the surrounding towns. Every shingle roof is installed as a complete system, to the manufacturer’s instructions and the International Residential Code as each town adopts it: the 2021 edition in Downers Grove, the 2024 edition in Naperville.

Adept Construction, Inc. is a family-owned Illinois roofing contractor (license No. 104.011123) that has provided shingle roofing services since 1997. If you’re comparing shingle roof replacement contractors, start with our Naperville roof replacement or Downers Grove roof replacement page. If only part of the roof is damaged, see Naperville roof repair or Downers Grove roof repair.

What Is an Asphalt Shingle?

An asphalt shingle is a fiberglass mat coated with asphalt and surfaced with ceramic-coated mineral granules. The fiberglass mat gives the shingle its strength but isn’t waterproof on its own. The asphalt fills the mat and makes it waterproof, and the granules protect the asphalt from sunlight and give the shingle its color. A strip of sealant bonds each course to the one below it in warm weather, which is what holds shingles down in wind.

Back of a two-story Naperville, IL home under mature trees with a new Burnt Sienna roof
Roof replacement on a Naperville, IL home

3-Tab, Architectural and Designer Shingles

The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association groups asphalt shingles into three types (ARMA guide):

  • 3-tab (strip) shingles: a single layer with three cut tabs. They’re flat-looking and the least expensive.
  • Architectural (laminated or dimensional) shingles: two or more layers bonded together for a thicker, textured look. They’re now the most common type on homes and the standard on Adept Construction replacements.
  • Designer (luxury) shingles: premium laminated shingles, many made to mimic slate or wood shake.

Owens Corning’s architectural line, Duration, has an engineered fabric strip in the nailing zone, which Owens Corning calls SureNail Technology.

How We Install a Shingle Roof to Illinois Code

Every shingle roof we install in Illinois goes on as a complete system, not just a layer of shingles:

  1. Tear-off to the deck. Every old layer comes off, so damaged decking can be seen and replaced. The code does not allow a roof-over where two or more layers already exist.
  2. Ice barrier at the eaves. A self-adhering ice-and-water membrane runs from the edge of the roof to at least 24 inches inside the exterior wall. This is the code’s ice barrier rule for asphalt shingles, and it’s what stops ice dams from pushing water under the shingles.
  3. Drip edge at eaves and rakes. Overlapped at least 2 inches between pieces, with the underlayment lapped correctly over it.
  4. Underlayment, flashing and ventilation. Synthetic underlayment over the rest of the deck, new step and chimney flashing, pipe boots, and ridge or box vents sized to the attic.
  5. Shingles to the manufacturer’s nailing pattern, so the manufacturer’s warranty holds.

These requirements come from the International Residential Code, which Downers Grove enforces in its 2021 edition and Naperville in its 2024 edition. The Village of Downers Grove lists them in its re-roof requirements memo.

Impact-Resistant Shingles for DuPage County Hail

Impact-resistant shingles are rated under UL 2218. A Class 4 rating, the highest, means the shingle withstood a 2-inch steel ball dropped from 20 feet without cracking. DuPage County’s severe thunderstorm warnings come from the National Weather Service Chicago office in Romeoville, and hail bruises and cracks asphalt shingles in ways you often can’t see from the ground. After a hail replacement, many homeowners choose a Class 4 shingle for the next roof. Ask your insurer whether it offers a discount for one.

Shingle Repair, Replacement and Permits

A few damaged shingles are a small repair; our handyman roof repair service sends one technician for jobs like that. A roof with damage across several slopes, or one past about 20 to 25 years, is usually a roof replacement.

Permits: the City of Naperville does not require a permit for an asphalt shingle re-roof when the existing sheathing stays in place. The Village of Downers Grove does not require a permit to replace shingles on a house, though the work must meet code. Other DuPage towns have their own rules, and we check them for every job.

Other roofing systems we install: composite roofing, cedar shake roofing and flat roofing. For typical prices, see our architectural shingle roof cost guide, or request an exact quote.

Completed roof replacement in Naperville, IL

What Our Customers Say About Us

✦ What customers say

Customers most often say owner Gerry Michaels comes out himself, explains the problem with photos and gives a fair, competitive quote. Many reviewers describe a full roof replacement finished in one or two days, crews that protect gardens and clean up every nail, and help with hail and storm insurance claims. Homeowners across DuPage County, from Naperville to Downers Grove, Villa Park and Lombard, also mention repeat work over 20 years or more, plus gutters, siding and skylights.

Owner involved Fair, competitive quotes One-day replacements Clean job sites Insurance claim help Gutters & siding Skylights Repeat customers

AI-generated summary of customer reviews, updated October 9, 2026.

Michael Cowden
Oct 2026 · Google
★★★★★

Gerry and the team were great to work with! Everything was done promptly and thoroughly. They remembered every detail!

Russ Swanson
Sep 2026 · Google
★★★★★

Adept construction did an excellent job installing our roof, gutters, and leaf guards. Good communication, and done on time.…

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…Price was competitive with the other quotes received. Would use them again.

Mark Thomas
Aug 2026 · Google
★★★★★

My wife and I could not be more pleased with the work provided by Adept. We had a roof and gutter replacement and both Gerry and…

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…his crews were very professional, with the work performed timely and efficiently. After the roof removal the cleanup process
was also done quickly and completely. I would highly recommend Adept Construction.

George A Concaildi
May 2026 · Google
★★★★★

After the recent hail storm I needed a new roof. I went to the Better Business Bureau and I found Adept Construction Inc. with…

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…an A+ rating. Mr. Michaels, the owner, came out and reviewed the findings of the insurance company and gave me a fair price. I gave him the okay to start and his team was out he next day. They were friendly, polite and professional. They completed my roof in one day and did a complete cleanup. The roof looks great! One last point, the communication on the process was excellent. At every point in the process Mr. Michaels was available to answer my questions. Thank you.

Sandra Krohnert
May 2026 · Google
★★★★★

Adept did a very nice job on my roof. I especially appreciated how well they treated my garden and cleaned up after themselves.

Mark Matras
Apr 2026 · Google
★★★★★

I have to say Gerald and his team did a phenomenal job The roof Was…

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…finished in one day And the gutters, the next day
I personally like the fact that Gerald took the time to explain to me How the process worked And help me match up the colors For both the roof and gutters
I would highly recommend this company to anyone who’s looking for a quality top-notch affordable job

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Daniel Kaczmarek
Mar 2026 · Google
★★★★★

You and your crew were fantastic. Good work, cleanup and speed. Your guy that put the trim around the skylight did a great job.…

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…I’m glad my daughter Karyn Hudec recommended you. I will do the same if anyone asks!
Thanks

william howe
Mar 2026 · Google
★★★★★

Adept construction & Roofing ,Excellent working experience completed a flat roof repair ,tear off 3 old layers replaced with new roofing .1 day completed with excellent cleanup

Mark Pawlowski
Mar 2026 · Google
★★★★★

Adept replaced our roof over 20 years ago and serviced us well over that time. We were so happy with the service we contracted…

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…them again to do another roof. I would highly recommend Gerry and his team!

Steve Behrends
Sep 2025 · Google
★★★★★

From the time Gerry came out to provide an estimate through the completion of my roof replacement, I found working with Gerry to…

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…be a pleasure. He came prepared, answered questions directly, showed up when scheduled and completed the job on time. When I received the invoice it was exactly as quoted. I would recommend Gerry and Adept Construction with zero reservations.

Michael Skowronski
Sep 2025 · Google
★★★★★

Great Company, Great workmanship and very clean work.

Lisa Degen
Aug 2025 · Google
★★★★★

They were recommended by our neighbor when we needed help replacing our old flat roof on our home. They were fairly priced, honest, knowledgeable and did a clean job.

David Wong
Jul 2025 · Google
★★★★★

Gerry was great to work with and did a fantastic job in replacing and repairing the copper roof over the living room area of our…

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…house. We would happily work with Gerry and Adept Construction on future roofing projects.

Dan Billish
Jul 2025 · Google
★★★★★

Incredibly efficient from consultation to completion. Highly recommend

Mark Schmidt
Apr 2025 · Google
★★★★★

Great Job looked like alot of work but they handled it Great

Brian Fagan
Mar 2025 · Google
★★★★★

Replaced my roof. Great price. No problems at all. Would not hesitate to recommend.

Joan Crotty
Aug 2024 · Google
★★★★★

I am so pleased with how these professionals fixed my roof vent problem. I will certainly contact them again if I need something!

Gregory Bates
Aug 2024 · Google
★★★★★

Adept Construction installed a new roof on my home along with additional soffit vents. The work was excellent and they cleaned…

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…up the area after completion of the job in an exceptional manner/ The job was well planned with minimal impact on us while the job was being done.

Arlene Bettin
Aug 2024 · Google
★★★★★

Adept was very responsive and provided excellent service from first contact to completion of our new roof. We were so pleased we recommended Adept to our neighbors.

Nester
Jul 2024 · Google
★★★★★

Review for Gutters and leaf guards installation.

My gutters were old and needs repairs or replacing. Some fasteners were failing…

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…affecting drainage flow. Some gutters overflowed.

Gerry addressed all my questions and concerns. He also suggested downspout changes to optimize drainage. I'm happy with the quality work and improvements.

Quick turn around: After accepting the quote Friday, I was surprised all work was completed by Tuesday.

Gary Stroner
Dec 2023 · Google
★★★★★

Adept Roofing

We highly recommend Adept Roofing Company to anyone considering re-shingling or repairing their roof. The owner,…

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…Gerry Michaels, knows the roofing business inside and out and was extremely helpful in providing options and different price points to us so to make the best-informed decision for our roofing needs. His team completed the two-day job on time, as promised. As the roof was only recently installed, we can only attest to its beauty at this point. As this is a long-term proposition, we will know over time how well the roof performs. We have no reason to doubt Adept and are very pleased so far with the performance of the roof. The pricing was competitive, as well. Another very important factor: Gerry is always available to answer questions and check on the roof if we ever have any concerns.

Nikki Larson
Dec 2023 · Google
★★★★★

Adept Construction was wonderful to work with. The owner took time to answer any and all questions I had and was always…

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…responsive. He went above and beyond on this project. The work was done in a timely manner and I would highly recommend Adept Construction for any roofing needs.

Kurt blank
Nov 2023 · Google
★★★★★

Gerry and his crew did an excellent job with the replacement of my roof, siding, gutters, soffit and fascia. They were very…

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…professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this company.

Drew Sabo
Oct 2023 · Google
★★★★★

Adept provided a fair quote for the work and completed with a skilled team in a timely fashion. Gerry went out of his way to…

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…match original details of our house while replacing some of the wood used for the eaves. Would recommend.

Susan Kroeger
Aug 2023 · Google
★★★★★

My recent experience with Adept Construction for a porch roof repair was phenomenal. They responded quickly, came out to…

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…thoroughly evaluate the problem and provided recommendations. Upon acceptance of their proposal, they arrived at my house the following morning to begin repairs. Most importantly, all work was absolutely top-notch, and Gerry, the owner, was incredibly helpful and a pleasure to work with. Overall, a great experience from beginning to end. Highly recommended.

Bob Frazee
Jul 2023 · Google
★★★★★

I've been using Jerry and Adept construction for the over 30 years I've been in my house. That includes two roofs, new siding,…

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…gutters, sky lights and some miscellaneous stuff. Great service and quality. Jerry knows his stuff and runs "tight ship"

Edith Gao
Jul 2023 · Google
★★★★★

Adept replaced our old leaking Skylight and chimney housing (also old…

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…and leaking) for furnace vent, installed new vents on the roof for bathroom and Kitchen range hood, and enlarged soffit vents to fix poor attic ventilation.
Gerry came out and did an estimate the next day after I called. Among all the roofers we talked to, he was our favorite. He understood our concerns about each item we wanted to work on and the solutions he provided chimed in with the way we preferred to resolve the problems. His quote was not the lowest nor the highest, but had a reasonable price that we felt comfortable to pay and believed the project could be done well at. Also his quote was detailed, showing the process they were gonna perform and materials they were gonna use, as well as the price for each item. So we could decide what item we wanted do this time and easily figured out the total cost of them (The quote suggested to replace the gutter which was really old. But we decided to do it next time when replacing the roof). He and his office were responsive to my emails when I had questions about the quote. After I signed the contract, Gerry and two of his guys came out within a week. The two contractors worked the whole day and finished everything! It has been 1.5 months since then. We went through several storms. We don't see any leak so far. They did a good job!

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Asphalt Shingle Roofing FAQs

What is an asphalt shingle roof?

An asphalt shingle roof is covered with shingles made of a fiberglass mat coated in asphalt and surfaced with mineral granules. It is the most common roof on houses in DuPage County and across the United States, because it balances cost, durability and ease of repair.

What is the difference between 3-tab and architectural shingles?

3-tab shingles are a single flat layer with three cut tabs. Architectural shingles are two or more layers laminated together, so they are thicker, heavier and have a textured, dimensional look. Architectural shingles are now the most common type installed on homes.

Are architectural shingles worth it?

For most homes, yes. Architectural shingles cost somewhat more than 3-tab shingles but are thicker and heavier, give the roof a dimensional look, and are now the most common type installed. They are the standard shingle on Adept Construction roof replacements.

What brand of shingles does Adept Construction install?

Adept Construction installs Owens Corning architectural shingles as its standard and installs other brands on request.

How long does an asphalt shingle roof last?

An architectural asphalt shingle roof in the Chicago suburbs typically lasts about 20 to 25 years. Ventilation, installation quality, hail and tree cover all affect the real number.

Do I need a permit to replace my shingles in Naperville?

No, as long as the existing roof sheathing stays in place. The City of Naperville requires a permit if sheathing is replaced or the roof is metal, wood, slate or a sealed membrane. The work must still meet code, and the roofer must hold an Illinois roofing license.

Do I need a permit to replace my shingles in Downers Grove?

No. The Village of Downers Grove does not require a permit to replace shingles on a house, according to its February 2026 re-roof memo, but the work must meet the 2021 International Residential Code with village amendments, including the ice barrier and drip edge rules.

What is a Class 4 impact-resistant shingle?

A Class 4 shingle has the highest impact rating under UL 2218: it withstood a 2-inch steel ball dropped from 20 feet without cracking. Many homeowners choose Class 4 shingles after a hail replacement, and some insurers discount premiums for them.

What does ice-and-water shield do?

Ice-and-water shield is a self-adhering membrane installed under the shingles along the eaves. When ice dams form, it keeps meltwater that backs up under the shingles from reaching the roof deck. The building code requires an ice barrier extending at least 24 inches inside the exterior wall in the Chicago area.

Can you replace just a few damaged shingles?

Yes. Replacing a few missing or damaged shingles is a small repair. Adept Construction’s handyman roof repair service sends one technician and matches the color as closely as the existing roof allows.

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