Most building codes, including those most Chicago-area municipalities follow, allow a maximum of two layers of asphalt shingles before a full tear-off is required.
Read MoreIn general: repair makes sense when damage is localized, your roof is under about 15 years old, and this isn't the second or third repair in recent years.
Read MoreYes — nearly every municipality in the Chicago area requires a building permit for a full roof replacement, whether it's Glenview, Chicago, or any other suburb.
Read MoreYes — roofs can be replaced in winter, including in the Chicago area. The main difference is that shingle sealant strips need warmth to bond properly, so crews take extra steps (hand-sealing, careful scheduling around temperature windows) that aren't necessary in warmer months.
Read MoreIn the Chicago area, a well-installed architectural (dimensional) asphalt shingle roof typically lasts 25 to 30 years, while a basic 3-tab shingle roof typically lasts 15 to 20 years.
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RsFive's Guide on typical roof costs.Most homeowners in the Chicago area pay somewhere between $12,000 and $25,000 for a full roof replacement with standard asphalt shingles, with the total driven mainly by roof size, pitch, material, and how many layers of old roofing need to come off first.
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