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Wilmette, Illinois

Roofing Contractor in
Wilmette, IL

Roof repair, replacement, commercial, and copper work for Wilmette’s homes and businesses — from an Arlington Heights owner on every job. Family-owned since 2007.

What We Do

Roofing & Exterior Services in Wilmette

Residential and commercial — every part of your roof, handled in-house.

Wilmette’s established neighborhoods mix early-1900s homes with mid-century and newer builds, from Tudors and Colonials to lakefront properties. We handle repairs, replacements, commercial roofs, and the copper and metal details most contractors farm out — all in-house. No subcontract crews. Owner on every project.

Roof Repair in Wilmette

Roof Replacement in Wilmette

Commercial Roofing in Wilmette

Copper Roofing in Wilmette

Also available: Slate · Custom Metal · Gutters · Siding

Local Context

Built for Wilmette Roofs

Wilmette ranges from historic homes near the lake and the village core to established mid-century neighborhoods further west. Many roofs are aging out of their original shingle or carry the slate and copper details common to the older North Shore housing stock. Under a mature tree canopy and Lake Michigan exposure, with the usual Chicagoland freeze-thaw, ice dams, and hail, watertight flashing and proper metalwork matter — and we fabricate ours in-house.

Why Black Square

Why Wilmette Property Owners Choose Black Square

We Fabricate Our Own Metal Details

Flashings, brackets, scupper boxes, and copper, made in-house and cut for your building. No generic, off-the-shelf parts.

No Upsells — Honest Assessments

If a repair is the right call, we’ll tell you, instead of pushing a replacement. Your budget is respected.

10-Year Labor & Material Warranty

Every completed roof is backed for a full decade under normal weather conditions.

Owner on Every Job

Mark is on-site overseeing the work — including all commercial seam welding in-house — not managing from an office.

The Process

How It Works

Roof Inspection

We come to you, inspect the roof and attic thoroughly, and document everything with photos.

Clear Estimate

A detailed written estimate with material options and pricing. No pressure, no hidden costs.

Scheduled Work

We schedule the project, coordinate permits if required, and keep you informed throughout.

Final Walkthrough

Owner-led final inspection, full cleanup, and your 10-year warranty documentation in hand.

Service Area

Serving Wilmette & the Surrounding North Shore

Based in Arlington Heights, we cover Wilmette and the neighboring North Shore suburbs. Not sure if we reach you? Call — we likely do.

Wilmette

Kenilworth

Evanston

Glenview

Skokie

Northfield

Winnetka

FAQ

Common Questions

Do you provide roofing estimates in Wilmette?

Yes — we provide detailed written estimates throughout Wilmette and the surrounding North Shore. Call (877) 850-5292 or fill out our estimate form, and we’ll come inspect the roof and attic in person.

Do you handle older homes and slate or copper roofs in Wilmette?

Yes — material matching and in-house metal fabrication are exactly what the older North Shore homes need. We build copper details, flashing, and trim to fit the home rather than forcing off-the-shelf parts.

How do I know if my roof has storm or hail damage?

Look for granules in the gutters, dented or bruised shingles, and missing shingles after high winds. Hail damage isn’t always visible from the ground, so after a major storm we’ll inspect, document everything with photos, and give you the written estimate your insurer needs.

Are you actually local to Wilmette?

Yes — we’re based in Arlington Heights and have served the North Shore and NW suburbs since 2007. We’re not a storm chaser and not a franchise.

How long does a roof replacement take?

Most Wilmette homes are finished in 1–2 days. Larger homes, complex rooflines, or specialty materials like copper or slate may take 3–5 days. You’ll get a specific timeline in your estimate before any work begins.