Reliable Roofing

10/03/2025

A late, late summer BBQ with some great people. Thanks Mel Thillens for a wonderful lunch

06/06/2023

Reliable Roofing's newest (and tallest) employee makes our videos and takes our photos.

05/22/2023

Great day for flat roofing and big condos.

07/07/2021

Flat roofs function with very little slope, and roof insulation is crucial. The type of insulation makes a substantial difference when it comes to energy-savings, water intrusions and its accompanying roof rotting.

There are various types of insulation used for flat roofing. But which is best for your flat roof? Find out here and a roofer to install it.

06/25/2021

Have you seen the pictures from our latest projects? If you're curious to see the results of our work, check these out!

Reliable and quality roofing workmanship from Reliable Roofing. See the photo gallery of the projects we've had the opportunity to build and maintain

06/08/2021

One of the biggest challenges business owners face when it comes to conducting roof work is finding the best contractor to do it.

When looking for a qualified roofer, it’s important to find one that keeps your best interests in mind. Here are some must haves to protect your investment.

05/21/2021

"Mod-bit's" unique properties give it many of the benefits of old-fashioned built-up roofing (think tar and gravel) and some of the convenience of today’s single-ply roofing systems. If you are re-roofing a flat roof, mod-bit should be on your list of options.

A modified bitumen roofing system can be effective in a colder climate, but there are some things you’ll want to know before moving forward.

05/13/2021

As with working on any roof in Chicago, it gets windy, making it dangerous for any untrained worker. At Reliable Roofing, safety is our top priority.

At Reliable Roofing, safety is our top priority. Here's how we ensure the safety of our workers to ensure proper fall protection for all peace of mind.

04/28/2021

Ponding is defined as a pool of water that remains visible on the flat roof 48 hours after a rainfall. Although building owners may just start to notice the dilemma of ponding water, the issue may have started as far back as when the flat roof was first installed.

While flat roofs are durable against hail, wind, rain, and snow, ponding can be detrimental to the structural integrity of the building.

03/18/2021

The smoky, grease-laden air from commercial kitchens is expelled into ducts that lead out to the roof. In time, the smoke, grease and kitchen odors contaminate the rooftop.

Restaurants and other commercial food establishments constantly face the risk of rooftop damage from grease. Here are some options to contain it.

03/12/2021

Modified Bitumen systems are a modern evolution of the age-old built up roofing (BUR) systems in place on building as for 100s of years.

If you’re thinking about investing in a modified bitumen roof, here’s what you can expect as far as pros, cons, installation, lifespan, etc.

02/23/2021

The TPO roof offers a number of sizable advantages, from cost effectiveness to energy efficiency. But to maximize the benefits of TPO roof, it must be routinely cleaned and properly maintained.

The TPO roof offers both cost effectiveness and energy efficiency. But to maximize the benefits, it must be cleaned and maintained.