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Everything You Need to Know Before Starting Your Roofing Project

When it comes to protecting your home, we know a new roof or repair can raise a lot of questions. At Svaras Roofing, we believe in keeping things simple, honest, and transparent from day one. That’s why we’ve gathered the most common questions homeowners ask about roofing, repairs, warranties, and insurance claims—all answered by the same team who’ll be working on your home. Whether you’re dealing with storm damage, leaks, or just planning ahead, you’ll find straightforward answers right here.

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Yes. Svaras Roofing is fully licensed and insured for residential roofing work in Illinois. We also carry proper worker and liability protections for your peace of mind.
No. We do not use subcontractors. Our in-house crew completes every project, and the owner is involved with each job from start to finish.
We install architectural asphalt shingles (with a strong focus on CertainTeed), cedar shake roofing, and several flat-roof systems including EPDM, TPO, PVC, and modified bitumen.

We work with trusted manufacturers such as Owens Corning, CertainTeed, Brava, Tri-Built, and Malarkey for underlayments and accessories.

Absolutely. We document damage, provide detailed estimates, and coordinate directly with your insurance adjuster to help streamline the claims process.
Most single-family homes are completed in 1–2 days, depending on roof size, material, layer removal, and weather. We’ll confirm timelines during your estimate.
Protection and cleanup are a priority. We protect landscaping and siding, use magnets for nails, and haul away all debris—leaving your property neat and safe.
Yes. We fabricate and install seamless aluminum gutters in 5″ and 6″ sizes, along with downspouts and the necessary accessories for proper drainage.

Yes. Our in-house sheet metal shop can fabricate custom flashings, and even copper details to match your home’s architecture and ensure watertight performance.

Yes. We install and repair EPDM, TPO, PVC, and modified bitumen systems—ideal for low-slope sections, porches, garages, and additions.
Common red flags include curling or missing shingles, granule loss, leaks in ceilings, soft decking, or repeated repairs in the same area. We’ll assess your roof and provide a clear, budget-minded recommendation.
You’ll receive a manufacturer warranty on materials (varies by brand/product) plus a workmanship warranty from Svaras Roofing. We’ll outline both in your written estimate.

We serve McHenry and Lake County communities including Algonquin, Barrington, Cary, Crystal Lake, Deer Park, Fox Lake, Grayslake, Hawthorn Woods, Hoffman Estates, Huntley, Inverness, Island Lake, Johnsburg, Kildeer, Lake Barrington, Lake in the Hills, Lake Zurich, Lakemoor, Libertyville, McHenry, Mundelein, Palatine, Richmond, Ringwood, Round Lake, Spring Grove, Vernon Hills, Wauconda, Wheeling, Wonder Lake, Woodstock, and surrounding areas.

Monday–Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: Closed
Call us or send a message with your address, preferred time, and a brief description of the issue (photos help). We’ll schedule an on-site visit, provide options, and deliver a written estimate.