December 8, 2022

Winter is Coming: Is Your Home’s Exterior Protected

This is an update to our post from last year. What’s new? We added a section on how to treat your windows to prevent heat from […]
December 1, 2022

How to Choose the Perfect Paint Color for Your Home

Your home’s interior has so many rooms and walls ready for your favorite colors.  While choosing the right shades is exciting, it is also somewhat stressful. […]
November 17, 2022

Fun Things to Do in Winter Other Than Worrying About Your Roof

You have better things to be doing than worrying about your roof this winter.  Hopefully, your fall gutter cleaning and roof inspection went well, and you […]
November 10, 2022

What Type of Front Entry Doors Are the Best Fit for My Home?

Replacing your front entry door takes serious consideration. It stands out and can define the whole look of the front of your home. More than just […]
November 3, 2022

4 Things You May Not Know About Roofing

Even though they are essential to protect our homes, and everyone and everything we care about, we tend to take our roofs for granted.  Yes, our roofs […]
October 20, 2022

What to Expect When Remodeling Your Kitchen

Remodeling any room in your home is a big deal, especially when it comes to your kitchen.  Anytime there is a change in your home, never […]
October 13, 2022

It’s Always a Good Time for a Roof Inspection

Your roof is an important part of your home but not one that you look at too frequently. Unlike your floors or your walls, your roof […]
October 6, 2022

Fall Food Favorites

Roofers get hungry too!  This fall, we thought we would share our favorite fall foods and recipes that make the season special to us. Get prepared […]
September 29, 2022

5 Safety Tips for Halloween Roof Decorating

Do you love decorating your house for Halloween, but hate having to get up on the roof to put up your decorations?  Never fear—with a few […]
September 22, 2022

How to Spot a Roofing Scam

If you don’t know a lot about roofing, that’s perfectly understandable—it’s not exactly a topic that comes up in everyday conversation.  But when it comes time […]
August 30, 2022

Roofing Work You Can Do on Your Own

Okay, we’re going to contradict ourselves a little bit, because in an earlier blog post, we advised against the DIY roofing approach.  In fact, we titled […]
August 23, 2022

Top 7 Roofing Tips for Homeowners

If you don’t know much about the ins and outs of roofing, it’s okay.  You can always take the time to learn a few tips to […]
August 10, 2022

How to Beat the Summer Heat by Keeping Your Roof Cool

We bet that when it’s summer in the middle of a heat wave, and you start to strategize about ways to keep your home cooler, you […]
July 29, 2022

Fun Things To Do During Summer Other Than Worrying About Your Roof

After reading our last blog post on preparing your roof for summer, hopefully you’ve got your roof needs covered so that you can switch your focus […]
July 22, 2022

Client Success Story: New Roofing, Siding, Windows, Interior Trim, and Custom Molding

Situation Like many of our clients, a Northbrook family was looking for a new roof, siding, and windows, and potentially trim and masonry work.  However, this […]
July 15, 2022

4 Ways to Prepare Your Roof for Summer

Previously, we’ve provided important tips on how to prepare your roof for winter, spring, and fall.    Well, now that we’ve entered the dog days of […]
June 27, 2022

Client Success Story: How One Project Turned Into Two

Situation Golf Villas, a homeowners association, has 22 buildings. The association board was looking to change the vinyl siding on all homes within the neighborhood. Since […]
June 14, 2022

How to Choose the Best Siding for Your Home

Here’s an understatement: Choosing the right siding is an important decision for homeowners. It isn’t uncommon to get too caught up in the curb appeal and […]
May 28, 2022

Success Story: Upgrading Multiple Units & Working Harmoniously With A Homeowners Association

Situation Sander’s Prairie expressed interest in replacing the roof and shingles on 19 buildings. Len Roofing had previously partnered with their homeowners association to repair downspouts […]
May 23, 2022

What is Normal Wear and Tear of a Roof and When Should You Consider Repairs?

Over time, your roof is going to start to look a little worse for wear.  While it should hold up for many years, as it reaches […]
May 13, 2022

Client Success Story: Bob Caldwell

Situation    Glenview-area resident Bob Caldwell was referred to Len Roofing for our previous experience with shingle selection and installation. He lived in a beautiful brick […]
May 5, 2022

What You Need to Know About Skylights

A skylight brings to mind an airy room in your home with plenty of natural light and a lovely view. Placing a skylight in just the […]
April 13, 2022

Client Success Story: Henry Fetta

Situation   Henry Fetta contacted Len Roofing to replace 2 windows in his two-story home with a brick front. These windows did not have thermal properties […]
April 7, 2022

Make Sure Your Roof Is In Good Condition Before Installing Solar Panels

Solar panels can be an exceptional investment for your home.  Not only are you generating electricity without having to burn fuel, but you may have the […]
January 30, 2023
Components

A Roof Typically Consists of These 6 Components

Raise the roof! Your roof is the crowning glory of your home, and it’s important to understand the different components that make it up. Not only […]
January 23, 2023
Renovations

4 Renovations That Can Boost Your Home’s Value

Whether you’re planning on selling or simply remodeling, some renovations add value to your home.  Resale value is dictated by many factors, including the size, state, […]
December 15, 2022
Protect Your Business

Protect Your Business with Commercial Rain Gutters

Your place of business is a major investment, and it has all of your other major investments in it too, from tools and equipment to materials […]
October 6, 2022

Fall Food Favorites

Roofers get hungry too!  This fall, we thought we would share our favorite fall foods and recipes that make the season special to us. Get prepared […]
August 10, 2022

How to Beat the Summer Heat by Keeping Your Roof Cool

We bet that when it’s summer in the middle of a heat wave, and you start to strategize about ways to keep your home cooler, you […]
July 29, 2022

Fun Things To Do During Summer Other Than Worrying About Your Roof

After reading our last blog post on preparing your roof for summer, hopefully you’ve got your roof needs covered so that you can switch your focus […]
July 22, 2022

Client Success Story: New Roofing, Siding, Windows, Interior Trim, and Custom Molding

Situation Like many of our clients, a Northbrook family was looking for a new roof, siding, and windows, and potentially trim and masonry work.  However, this […]
July 15, 2022

4 Ways to Prepare Your Roof for Summer

Previously, we’ve provided important tips on how to prepare your roof for winter, spring, and fall.    Well, now that we’ve entered the dog days of […]
June 27, 2022

Client Success Story: How One Project Turned Into Two

Situation Golf Villas, a homeowners association, has 22 buildings. The association board was looking to change the vinyl siding on all homes within the neighborhood. Since […]