Roofing Brands We Install in Chicagoland
Every brand below has earned its place in our lineup. We make honest recommendations based on your home’s conditions, budget, and the specific weather demands of Chicagoland. Visit our New Roof Installation page for the complete brand guide with detailed performance comparisons and our specific Illinois recommendations.
| BRAND |
WHAT MAKES THEM DIFFERENT |
BEST FOR IN CHICAGOLAND |
| Malarkey |
Only brand where EVERY shingle line uses SBS rubberized asphalt. Up to Class 4 impact. Smog-reducing granules. |
Our top recommendation for most Chicagoland homeowners — performs best in IL freeze-thaw and hail conditions |
| Owens Corning |
SureNail Technology — 130 mph with 4 nails. Non-prorated warranty up to 50 years (Preferred Contractor required). Rated #1 overall by Roofing Insights 2024. |
Homeowners who want the strongest manufacturer warranty available. We are a Preferred Contractor. |
| CertainTeed |
QuadraBond 4-point adhesion — most adhesion points of any manufacturer. 10-year SureStart full labor + material coverage. Lifetime transferable warranty. |
Homeowners who plan to sell within 25 years — warranty transfers to next owner. Excellent designer range. |
| GAF |
LayerLock mechanically fuses shingle layers. StrikeZone nailing area 600% larger. WindProven — industry’s only no-max-wind-speed warranty (requires 4 accessories). |
North America’s largest manufacturer. HDZ is Class 3. UHDZ is Class 4. ArmorShield II for highest hail protection. |
| IKO |
Cambridge (Class 3, new 2025), Dynasty (ArmourZone, Class 3, 130 mph), Nordic (Class 4 polymer-modified, premium). |
Solid mid-market performance. Nordic is a direct competitor to Malarkey’s impact-rated lines at competitive price. |
| Brava |
Composite tile — cedar shake, slate, barrel profiles. Class 4 impact. Class A fire. 50-year warranty. Lightweight. |
Cedar shake replacement. Architecturally distinctive homes. Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Palos Hills luxury market. |
Veteran and Senior Citizen Discounts
5% VETERAN DISCOUNT + FREE ROOF AND GUTTER INSPECTION
Huuso Exteriors is veteran-owned. Kevin Reifsteck served in the United States military before co-founding this company.
— 5% discount on installation for active duty, retired, and veteran military service members.
— FREE professional inspection of your complete roof AND gutter system at no charge.
Show a valid military ID, DD-214, or VA identification card.
Call 855-625-7663. Thank you for your service.
5% SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT
5% SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT
5% off installation for homeowners age 62 and older throughout our Chicagoland service area.
Same licensed contractors, same owner-supervised installation, same 10-year workmanship warranty — at a reduced cost.
Just mention it when you call. 855-625-7663.
The Huuso Full Storm Report — Free After Any Storm
Call us before you call your insurance company. Our Full Storm Report gives you professionally prepared damage documentation before the adjuster arrives.
| # |
WHAT YOUR FULL STORM REPORT INCLUDES |
| 01 |
FAA-certified drone aerial inspection — full roofline documented from above with high-resolution imagery |
| 02 |
Written damage assessment — every hail impact, wind damage, and structural compromise identified |
| 03 |
Storm-caused damage clearly differentiated from pre-existing conditions |
| 04 |
All affected materials documented — shingles, flashings, gutters, siding, decking |
| 05 |
Material identification and replacement specification for all affected sections |
| 06 |
Photo and video evidence with GPS coordinates and timestamps |
| 07 |
Scope of work recommendation with line-item detail |
| 08 |
Signed by licensed IL roofing contractor #104.019083 — ready for direct insurance company submission |
FREE — NO OBLIGATION — CALL 855-625-7663 AFTER ANY STORM
After any storm event, call 855-625-7663. The Full Storm Report is prepared at no charge — yours regardless of whether you proceed with any work through Huuso Exteriors.
THE HUUSO ROOF CARE PROGRAM — FREE FOR EVERY CUSTOMER, FOR LIFE
Every Huuso Exteriors customer is automatically enrolled at no charge — ever. We return on a scheduled basis
to inspect your roof, identify developing issues before they become expensive repairs, check flashings and drainage points, and keep your warranty documentation current.
drainage points, and keep your warranty documentation current. No forms, no fees, no expiration.
No other Chicagoland roofing company makes this commitment.
Communities We Serve Throughout Chicagoland
Huuso Exteriors provides residential roofing and cedar shake services throughout Chicagoland. Every community below has a dedicated page with local pricing, permit information, and area-specific content.
| WILL COUNTY |
DUPAGE COUNTY |
COOK COUNTY |
LAKE COUNTY |
| Plainfield |
Downers Grove |
Schaumburg |
Barrington |
| Joliet |
Bolingbrook |
Arlington Heights |
Highland Park |
| Romeoville |
Westmont |
Orland Park |
Lake Forest |
| Shorewood |
Hinsdale |
Hoffman Estates |
Deerfield |
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Oak Brook |
Palos Hills / Palos Heights |
Buffalo Grove |
| KANE COUNTY |
KENDALL COUNTY |
DEKALB COUNTY |
CHICAGO |
| Aurora |
Oswego |
DeKalb |
All Neighborhoods |
| Elgin |
Yorkville |
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Not seeing your community? Call 855-625-7663 — our service area covers more of Chicagoland than this list captures. Cedar shake services available throughout the south and southwest suburbs.
Frequently Asked Questions — Residential Roofing in Chicagoland
Q: How much does residential roofing cost in Chicagoland?
Residential roof replacements in Chicagoland range from $7,500 to $30,000+ for standard asphalt installations. Cedar shake installation typically runs $18,000 to $45,000+ depending on roof size and material grade. Brava composite tile falls between the two. Repairs start from $300 to $2,500. Veterans and seniors age 62+ receive a 5% installation discount. Financing available. Call 855-625-7663 for a free on-site estimate.
Q: Who are the best residential roofers in Chicagoland?
The best residential roofers in Chicagoland hold verifiable credentials, supervise every job personally, and offer services the market actually needs — including cedar shake installation, which most contractors have walked away from. Huuso Exteriors holds Illinois Roofing Contractor License #104.019083, is an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, CRCA and NRCA member, BBB Accredited, and FAA Drone Certified. We are one of the only south suburban Chicagoland contractors still installing real cedar shake. 10-year workmanship warranty, free Full Storm Report after any storm, free Huuso Roof Care Program for every customer, 5% veteran and senior discount. Call 855-625-7663.
Q: Do you install cedar shake roofs in the south suburbs of Chicago?
Yes — and this makes Huuso Exteriors genuinely unusual in the south and southwest suburban market. Most Chicagoland roofing contractors have stopped doing real cedar shake installation because it requires specialized crews and expertise that the industry has largely abandoned. We still install genuine Western Red Cedar shake for homeowners in Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Palos Hills, Palos Park, Beverly, Morgan Park, Naperville, Plainfield, and throughout the south suburbs. We also repair existing cedar shake roofs and install Brava composite cedar shake — a Class 4 impact, 50-year warranty alternative that is architecturally indistinguishable from real cedar. Call 855-625-7663.
Q: What roofing brands does Huuso Exteriors install?
Malarkey (our top recommendation for Chicagoland — only brand where every shingle line uses SBS rubberized asphalt, with Class 4 impact at premium tiers), Owens Corning Duration Shingles as a Preferred Contractor with non-prorated warranty up to 50 years, CertainTeed Landmark series with QuadraBond four-point adhesion, GAF Timberline HDZ with LayerLock technology, IKO Cambridge, Dynasty, and Nordic covering entry through Class 4 performance, and Brava composite tile in cedar shake, slate, and barrel profiles. Call 855-625-7663.
Q: Do you offer veteran or senior discounts?
Yes. Huuso Exteriors offers a 5% installation discount for qualified veterans plus a free roof and gutter inspection. We also offer a 5% discount for senior citizens age 62 and older. Show a valid military ID, DD-214, or VA card. Call 855-625-7663.
Q: Is Huuso Exteriors licensed for residential roofing in Illinois?
Yes. Huuso Exteriors holds Illinois Roofing Contractor License #104.019083, verifiable at the IDFPR website. We are an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, CRCA and NRCA member, BBB Accredited, and FAA Drone Certified. We pull all required permits as part of our standard service.
