ROOFING IN Aurora

Roofing in Aurora

Aurora — VaHi to locals — is one of Chicago's most beloved intown neighborhoods. Known for its walkable commercial village at the intersection of Virginia and Highland Avenues, tree-lined streets, and some of the finest examples of 1920s Craftsman architecture in the Southeast, VaHi attracts homeowners who value character, community, and quality. The homes here deserve roofing that preserves their historic charm while providing modern protection.

Most Aurora homes were built between 1915 and 1940, with the Craftsman bungalow being the dominant architectural style. These homes feature distinctive rooflines — often with lower-pitch front-facing gables, deep overhangs, exposed rafter tails, and decorative brackets. Replacing a VaHi roof means selecting materials and profiles that complement these architectural elements. We choose shingle colors and textures that honor the period aesthetic — typically earth tones and dimensional profiles that evoke the look of the original wood or slate materials.

VaHi streets and areas we serve: Virginia Avenue, Highland Avenue, N. Highland Avenue corridor, Ponce de Leon Terrace, Todd Road, Lanier Boulevard, St. Charles Avenue, Greenwood Avenue, Amsterdam Avenue, Barnett Street, and all residential streets throughout Aurora. We also serve the bordering neighborhoods of Morningside-Lenox Park, Poncey-Highland, and Joliet.

VaHi roofing considerations: The mature hardwood canopy throughout the neighborhood creates significant leaf debris, moss growth, and moisture retention on shaded roof slopes. Many original homes have minimal attic ventilation that needs improvement during re-roofing. Some homes have original slate accents or cedar shake elements that require careful handling or appropriate replacement with modern materials. Foundation settling in these 100-year-old homes can create roof geometry changes that affect flashing and drainage details.

We treat every Aurora project with the respect these historic homes deserve. Our crews understand that VaHi homeowners chose their homes for character and personality — and our work should enhance that character, not diminish it.

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