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Luxury Asphalt Shingle Roofing Project in Palos Park, IL

Client: Private Residence

Location: Palos Park, IL

Primary Service Provided: Roofing

Materials Installed:

Overview

This Palos Park home needed a roof that could handle Midwest weather and still look refined. The homeowners chose Owens Corning’s Duration FLEX system for its strength, wind resistance, and sharp architectural profile. Over two months, Greater Midwest Exteriors rebuilt the structure from the deck up, solving hidden issues and creating a roof that looks exceptional and performs even better.

Installation Obstacles & Engineering Responses

Roof Deck Integrity

  • Challenge

The old decking showed weak spots that could compromise the new installation.

  • Solution

Completed a full structural review, removed deteriorated boards, and reinforced the surface to form a strong, lasting foundation.

Waterproofing Strategy

  • Challenge

The roof’s multiple slopes and intersections left it vulnerable to leaks during storms.

  • Solution

Installed layered ice and water barriers in key zones, fabricating custom flashing to secure every valley, ridge, and transition point.

Ventilation Redesign

  • Challenge

The attic’s original airflow system couldn’t keep up with the home’s size and insulation demands.

  • Solution

Updated the design with high-capacity ridge vents and expanded soffit intakes to improve airflow and prevent heat buildup year-round.

Extended Timeline Coordination

  • Challenge

The two-month installation required planning that protected the home between each construction stage.

  • Solution

Executed a phased schedule with weather-sealed sections, keeping the property covered and secure from start to finish.

Implemented System Components

  1. Duration FLEX Roofing Platform
    • Installed Owens Corning TruDefinition Duration FLEX shingles in Estate Gray for a rich, dimensional look.
    • Applied SureNail Technology strips for accurate fastening and wind resistance.
    • Used the material’s flexible core to manage temperature shifts without breaking the seal.
    • Added color-matched hip and ridge caps for a clean, finished aesthetic.
    • Replaced every decking area showing signs of age or moisture damage.
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  2. Comprehensive Underlayment Protection
    • Installed premium synthetic underlayment across the full roof surface to deliver consistent, high-level water resistance.
    • Applied WeatherLock ice and water barrier along eaves, valleys, and all penetrations to stop leaks before they start.
    • Used ProEdge starter strips to ensure proper overhang alignment and dependable wind uplift protection.
    • Added extra moisture barriers at chimney bases and vent pipe intersections for total coverage in vulnerable zones.
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  3. Airflow & Weather Management
    • Upgraded to a high-capacity ridge vent system sized precisely for the attic’s volume.
    • Installed soffit intake vents to create balanced, energy-efficient air circulation throughout the space.
    • Fabricated custom aluminum step flashing for secure, watertight sidewall transitions.
    • Sealed all penetrations with flexible boot systems built to last through years of temperature shifts.

Technical Specifications

Shingle System: Owens Corning Duration FLEX (Estate Gray)

Project Investment: $40,000

Installation Timeline: 2 Months

Specialized Features: SureNail Technology, Complete Deck Replacement Sections

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