Roofing Contractor In Chicago, IL
Legacy Restoration provides roof repair, roof replacement, storm damage restoration and exterior remodeling for homeowners throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Our team understands the roofing challenges created by Chicago’s lake-effect snow, ice dams, hail, high winds and freeze-thaw cycles, and installs roofing systems built for the local climate, with the city permit handled for you.
Licensed & Insured | Manufacturer Certified | Financing Available
One Contractor for Your Home’s Exterior
A hailstorm rarely damages just the roof. The same storm can dent siding, crack window glazing and bend gutters. Legacy coordinates roofing, siding, windows and doors under one project manager, so you have one schedule, one point of contact and one crew accountable for how the pieces fit together.
Rapid Storm Response for Chicago Homeowners
Chicago storms bring hail, straight-line wind and flash flooding, often in the same afternoon. On July 27, 2026, the National Weather Service confirmed seven tornadoes in the Chicago area, measured a 74 mph gust at Midway Airport, and logged hail up to 1.5 inches in Greater Grand Crossing and up to 2.5 inches in Westmont. More than 3.4 inches of rain fell on parts of the city (NWS Chicago). When a storm hits, we respond quickly to protect your home and help you through the claim.
Emergency Stabilization
A torn roof or broken window can let water into your home within hours, and the damage spreads to insulation, drywall and floors the longer it sits. Our crew tarps damaged roofs, boards up broken windows and seals openings to keep the weather out while repairs are planned. We photograph everything before and after, so your insurance company has a clear record of the damage and the steps you took to protect your home.
Insurance Support
Filing a storm claim can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re not sure what’s damaged or what your policy covers. We inspect your roof, siding, windows and gutters, photograph every issue, and give you an itemized estimate you can share with your insurer. When the adjuster visits, we meet them on site and walk the property together, so nothing gets missed. You stay in control of your claim, and we make sure you have the documentation to back it up.
Storm Work Done The Right Way
Legacy is a licensed Illinois roofing contractor (IL License #104.018257), and our license number is on every contract, bid and ad, as state law requires (815 ILCS 513/18). Before your project starts, you get a clear written contract and the state’s “Home Repair: Know Your Consumer Rights” pamphlet. We never offer to cover your deductible, which Illinois law prohibits, and we pull every permit your project needs. You can verify our license anytime on the IDFPR License Lookup.
Exterior Protection Built for Chicago Conditions
Chicago roofs and walls face lake-effect snow, freeze-thaw cycles that cause ice dams, and summer hail, wind and downpours. Many city homes are also decades old, with flat or low-slope roofs on two-flats and greystones that drain differently from a pitched bungalow roof.
#3
For All Hail Claims
Illinois ranked third in the country for State Farm hail claims in 2025, behind only Texas and Missouri. Hail damage often hides in bruised shingles and dented flashing that you can’t see from the ground. A free inspection tells you whether you have a claim, and we help you document it for your insurer.
Source: State Farm, Hail Claims in 2025
200+
Illinois Tornadoes In 2026
Illinois broke its yearly tornado record by June 2026 and passed 200 tornadoes by August, against the old record of 142 set in 2024. Seven touched down around Chicago on July 27 alone. After a season like this, a professional exterior inspection catches wind and hail damage before it turns into a leak.
Source: CBS Chicago and Herald-Whig
105%
Siding Cost Recouped at Resale
Fiber-cement siding replacement returns about 105% of its cost in added home value, and vinyl window replacement about 82%, based on national averages in the 2025 Cost vs. Value Report. Exterior upgrades protect your home today and pay you back when you sell.
Source: Cost vs. Value Report 2025
Chicago Permits, Handled for You
Chicago requires a city permit for re-roofing and window replacement, and only an Illinois-licensed roofer can do the roofing work. Legacy takes care of all of it, so your project is done to code and stays on schedule.
- We pull the permit. We file through the city's Express Permit Program and schedule any inspections.
- Licensed for Illinois roofing. Our state roofing license (#104.018257) meets the city's requirement for re-roofing work.
- Built to Chicago code. New roofs meet the city's insulation and reflectance rules, and new windows meet its energy code.
- Suburbs too. Every town sets its own rules, and we check them for your address.
The Legacy Restoration Guided Experience
Built on Honest Information, Clear Communication, and Expert Craftmanship.
STEP 1
Connect With Us
Reach out by phone or online to share your needs. We’ll answer any initial questions and schedule a consultation.
STEP 2
Home Assessment
STEP 3
Design & Selection
Choose a roofing, siding, windows, or door solution that best fits your home, budget, and long-term goals
STEP 4
Job Coordination
We manage timelines, materials, permits, and insurance details when needed, so your project stays on track.
STEP 5
Pro Installation
Guided by a dedicated Project Manager, our crew completes the job with pride in their work and care for your property.
A Roof You Don't Have to Worry About All Winter
Missing shingles, ice dams and slow leaks never show up at a convenient time. In Chicago, they usually appear in the middle of winter or right after a storm. Your roof has to shed heavy snow, resist ice dams and hold up to hail and wind, so we inspect the whole roofing system, including decking, ventilation, flashing, drainage and ice and water shield, not just the shingles.
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Whether you have a pitched roof on a bungalow or a flat roof on a two-flat or greystone, we recommend the right system for your home and explain your options in plain terms. We install GAF and Owens Corning roofing with manufacturer warranty options, meet the city’s insulation and reflectance rules, and pull the permit for you. The result is a roof you can stop thinking about.
Siding That Keeps Wind, Water and Cold Out
Cracked, faded or hail-dented siding does more than hurt curb appeal. Once wind-driven rain gets behind it, moisture can rot the sheathing and framing underneath, and you often don’t see it until the repair is expensive. Chicago siding also takes wind off the lake and sub-zero cold, so the material and the installation have to handle both.
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We help you choose siding that fits your home and budget, from low-maintenance vinyl to durable fiber cement, and install it over continuous insulation where it makes sense. Insulated siding cuts heat loss through the studs and can make your home quieter, which matters near busy streets, the L and flight paths. Our crews flash every window, door and corner so water stays out, and we clean up completely when the job is done.
Energy-Efficient Windows: Stop Paying to Heat the Outdoors
In January, Chicago averages about 31.6°F during the day and 18.8°F at night. Heat gain and heat loss through windows account for 25%–30% of residential heating and cooling energy use, so drafty, fogged or hard-to-open windows cost you money and comfort every winter.
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We measure every opening, help you pick styles and glass that fit your home, and install each window to keep air and water out. In older Chicago homes, new windows also make rooms quieter and easier to keep at an even temperature. Replacement windows in existing openings go through the city’s Express Permit Program, and we handle that paperwork for you. All you notice is a warmer, quieter home and lower energy bills.
A Front Door That Seals Out Winter
A drafty, sticking or worn entry door lets cold air in all winter and can make your home feel less secure. A well-sealed door keeps heated air in through a long Chicago winter, and ENERGY STAR certified doors are rated for the Northern climate zone that covers the Chicago area.
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We help you choose a door that fits your home’s style and budget, then install it plumb, square and fully weatherstripped, so it opens smoothly and seals tight. A new front door is also one of the quickest ways to boost curb appeal, whether you plan to stay for years or are getting ready to sell. Like every Legacy project, your door replacement comes with one point of contact from the first visit to the final walkthrough.
Why Legacy Is the Right Choice for Your Home
Legacy Restoration combines proven industry credentials, local experience, and full-service exterior expertise to give homeowners one trusted team for roofing, siding, windows, doors, and storm restoration. From manufacturer-certified installation standards to a coordinated approach across your entire exterior, we’re built to make the process simpler and deliver work you can feel confident in.
Only 2%
Make the Cut
Legacy Restoration is part of the small group of roofers in North America invited to become GAF Master Elite® Contractors, giving homeowners added confidence in the contractor they’re trusting with their roof.
Top-Tier
Owens Corning Contractor
Legacy Restoration has earned Platinum Preferred status, placing us in the top tier of Owens Corning’s exclusive contractor network and giving homeowners access to warranty options not available through every roofing company.
Trusted by homeowners across Chicagoland
Real Reviews From Local Legacy Restoration Customers
Serving Chicago and Communities Across Chicagoland
Legacy Restoration serves homeowners throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs from our local Lombard team, from the bungalows of Portage Park, Jefferson Park and Norwood Park to the two-flats of Logan Square and Avondale and the single-family homes of Beverly and Mount Greenwood. Whether you’re dealing with storm damage, planning a roof replacement, or updating multiple exterior systems, our team works throughout Chicagoland to provide roofing, siding, window, door, and storm restoration services.
Legacy Restoration LLC
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444 Eisenhower Ln N
Lombard, IL 60148 - 630-296-6101
Common questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Chicago?
Yes. Chicago re-roofs are permitted through the Department of Buildings, and most qualify for the online Express Permit Program. The work must be done by a contractor with an Illinois roofing license, and Legacy pulls the permit for you.
Can a new roof go over my old one in Chicago?
Sometimes. The city allows one recover over a single existing layer through an Express Permit. If the roof already has two or more layers, a recover needs an engineer’s or architect’s report, so a full tear-off is usually the better choice.
Do I need a permit to replace windows in Chicago?
Yes, window and door replacements in existing openings go through the city’s Express Permit Program, and the new units must meet Chicago’s energy code. New or enlarged openings need drawings from a licensed architect or engineer.
How much does a roof replacement cost in Chicago?
What should I do after a hailstorm in Chicago?
Check for dented gutters, vents and siding from the ground, photograph what you see, and call your insurer to open a claim if you find damage. Get a licensed roofer to inspect the roof before the adjuster visits, and keep receipts for any emergency tarping.
Will Legacy help with my insurance claim?
Yes. We document damage, provide an itemized estimate and meet your adjuster on site. Illinois law does not allow contractors to pay or rebate your deductible, and we are not public adjusters, so we don’t negotiate your claim for you.
How can I tell if a Chicago roofer is legitimate?
Ask for their Illinois roofing license number, which starts with 104 and must appear on the contract, and check it on the IDFPR License Lookup. Be wary of door-to-door crews after a storm, never pay in cash, and don’t pay in full until the work is done.
How do I prevent ice dams on my Chicago home?
Ice dams form when heat escaping through the roof melts snow that refreezes at the eaves. Good attic insulation and ventilation are the long-term fix, and an ice and water shield under the shingles limits leaks when dams do form.
What areas near Chicago do you serve?
Our office at 444 Eisenhower Ln N in Lombard serves Chicago and communities within about an hour, including Naperville, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Northbrook, Elmhurst, Plainfield, Tinley Park and Elgin.
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