Roofer in Frankfort, IL
for Homes Built in the 1990s
Many Frankfort homes were built in the 1990s. If yours went up in the early 1990s and still has its original roof, that roof is now 30-plus years old, past the 20 to 25 years that shingles from that era were typically rated for.
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Real Projects in Frankfort, IL
We’ve completed roofing and exterior projects across Frankfort, from North White Street near Breidert Green to English Drive and Breton Road. Explore a few recent ones below, or see more on our past projects page.
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Roof Replacement & Gutters – English Drive
CertainTeed Landmark: Georgetown Gray
- Frankfort, IL
Roof & Gutters – South Center Road
New roof and gutters
- Frankfort, IL
Roof & Gutters – North White Street
CertainTeed Landmark: Driftwood
- Frankfort, IL
Roof & Gutters – Breton Road
CertainTeed Landmark: Moire Black
- Frankfort, IL
Frankfort, IL — Quick Summary
Is Your Frankfort Home Still on Its Original Roof?
Many Frankfort subdivisions were built in the 1990s, and plenty of those homes are still on their first roof. Asphalt shingles from that era were typically rated for 20 to 25 years, so an original roof on an early-1990s home is now well past that. If yours has never been replaced, a documented inspection will tell you whether it needs a roof repair or a roof replacement before the next storm season.
Roof Care for 1990s-Era Single-Family Homes
Walk through many of Frankfort’s established subdivisions and you’ll notice a common thread: a lot of these homes went up in the 1990s. If the roof has never been replaced, the original system is now around 30 years old, and age-related wear tends to show up in the same places: shingles, flashing, decking and ventilation.
Why a 1990s Roof Deserves a Closer Look
Even quality asphalt shingles from that era were typically rated for 20 to 25 years under normal Illinois weather conditions. A roof that has never been replaced is very likely past its functional lifespan, regardless of how it looks from the curb. When an original roof needs replacing, these are the upgrades we usually recommend (our asphalt shingle roofing page covers the product options):
- Mid-to-upper grade architectural shingles
- Upgraded synthetic underlayment
- Improved attic and ridge ventilation
- Rebuilt flashing at chimneys, vents, and skylights
- Decking repair where slow leaks left soft spots
Planning to sell? Roof age and condition come up in nearly every home inspection, so a documented roof inspection before you list gives you clear answers ahead of the buyer’s inspector. If the report shows the roof can wait, you’ll know that too.
What We Find on Frankfort Roofs
Common Failure Points on Early-90s Roofing Systems
Most homes here are single-family houses, so the roofing profile is fairly consistent: pitched rooflines covered in asphalt shingles, often with multiple planes, dormers, or attached garages that create valleys and transitions prone to leaks. That consistency means we see the same failure patterns from house to house, which makes diagnosing age-related wear and matching replacement materials to the existing home style relatively straightforward.
- Granule loss on shingles, leaving bald spots that accelerate UV and moisture damage
- Cracked or lifted flashing around chimneys, vents, and skylights common to early-90s construction
- Storm and wind damage layered on top of already-brittle, decades-old shingle material
- Soft or sagging decking in areas where slow leaks have gone unnoticed for years
- Outdated ventilation systems that shorten the lifespan of newer shingles installed over old decking
Soft decking is a structural problem, not a shingle problem.
If the roof deck feels soft or sags between rafters, slow leaks have already damaged the sheathing. New shingles can't be fastened properly to soft decking, so damaged sections need to be replaced before the new roof goes on. Covering bad decking with new shingles only hides the problem.
Horizon restoration did a great job in getting our roof claim approved by our insurance. They worked hard to make sure the insurance company covered the cost of the roof and gutters. AJ was always on top of things and kept us informed every step of the way. We recommended them to our family member who also signed with AJ and Horizon Restoration due to how well they managed our project. We would highly recommend them for their roofing expertise, knowledge with insurance companies and over all communication during the project. In addition to this the roof looks great and their team did a great job on the roof and the clean up.
Overall great experience! Julius was fantastic to work with. He was very attentive to all the details and always there to answer questions and get the job done right. Whenever he said he would take care of something, he took care of it. The crew did a fantastic job and the workmanship was top notch. I can not believe how quickly they did a full replacement of our sheathing and roof shingles and still did a high quality job. They left the worksite spotlessly clean. We are getting lots of compliments from our neighbors on how good our roof looks. If you want your roof done right, go with this company.
Paul, thank you so much to you and your entire team for our beautiful new roof. We couldn't have made a better choice. Thank you for all your help with the insurance paperwork and for making the whole process so smooth. We highly recommend Chicago Horizon Restoration Roofing Company to anyone looking for quality work and outstanding service! Pamela & Steve
Horizon Restoration did an amazing job on my roof! Paul was fantastic to work with. Super responsive, most important he was honest and really cared about making sure everything was done right. He made what could have been a stressful process feel easy. The crew was fast, clean and very professional. I’m really happy with the result and would definitely recommend them.
Our contact at Horizon Restoration was Art. He worked with our insurance company for over a year and a half to have our roof and siding replaced. The other persons behind the scenes at the office who were instrumental in assisting Art were Paul-Manager, Ruby-who was in charge of all correspondence, Jack-Install Manager who coordinated the crews for both the siding and roof, Claudio-On Site Roofing Manager and Mike-On Site Siding Manager. They worked seamlessly as a team and were always available when we had any questions or concerns. It is so nice to have Horizon Restoration going to bat for us. Especially Art whose experience and knowledge was so key in getting our insurance company to approve the replacement of our roof and siding. Our roof and siding look so nice we highly recommend Art and Horizon Restoration to anyone in need of their services. Thank you Art and Horizon for everything.
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What to Expect When We Work in Frankfort
Getting a roofing crew to your property quickly matters, especially when you’re dealing with storm damage, an active leak, or a time-sensitive repair. We’ll give you an arrival window when you book, and if a storm caused the damage, we’ll photograph and document it for your insurance claim. See how our storm damage restoration process works.
Straightforward Access on Frankfort Lots
Once we arrive, the work itself tends to move efficiently thanks to the layout common throughout Frankfort’s residential subdivisions. Most homes here sit on single-family lots with wide driveways and open side yards, which gives our crews straightforward access for ladder placement, staging shingles or underlayment, and positioning a dumpster or trailer without navigating tight alleys or shared access points.
Neighborhoods with mature trees and larger setbacks — common around Prestwick Country Club and the older sections near downtown Frankfort — still typically allow enough clearance for safe ladder angles and material drop zones. Easy on-site access means faster tear-offs, more accurate scheduling on multi-day projects, and less disruption to your property. If your project includes new gutters, we install them as part of the same job.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most Frankfort appointments can be scheduled within a day or two, and we’ll give you an arrival window when you book. If water is coming into the house, tell us when you call.
Granule loss, cracked flashing, and soft decking are the most common issues we see. Many Frankfort homes were built in the 1990s, so original roofs there are now 30 or more years old, past the 20 to 25 years that shingles from that era were typically rated for. Older areas, such as the neighborhoods near downtown Frankfort and Prestwick Country Club, tend to show these signs first.
Yes, most Frankfort homes give us plenty of space to work. Wide driveways and open side yards are typical, even in older sections near Prestwick Country Club, which makes ladder placement and material staging straightforward on most jobs.
Start with the paperwork from when you bought the home; a home inspection report or seller’s disclosure often lists the roof’s age. On the roof itself, heavy granule loss, curling or cracked shingles and worn flashing point to an older roof. We can confirm it during a free inspection and tell you whether a repair will do or a replacement makes more sense.
It depends on your policy. Hail and wind damage is often covered when it is documented properly, while normal wear and age are not. We photograph and document storm damage for your claim and can be there when your adjuster inspects; your insurance company decides what is covered. Learn more about our roof insurance claim process.
Schedule a Free Roof Inspection in Frankfort
If your Frankfort home still has its original 1990s roof, a documented inspection tells you exactly where it stands — shingles, flashing, decking, and ventilation — before a small leak becomes a structural repair. Most appointments can be scheduled within a day or two. We also work in nearby Orland Park and Tinley Park; see all of our service areas.