Roofing Systems

Emtrak Construction – Roofing Systems

When industrial, multiunit residential, commercial, governmental, or institutional entities in Chicago and the surrounding area need explanations, installation, and maintenance of roofing systems, they call on the professionals at Emtrak Construction. With a track record of success spanning more than 20 years, we have helped thousands of clients with all of their roofing requirements, and done it all with exceptional customer service, an unmatched work ethic, and unbeatable standards for workmanship and customer satisfaction. All of the technicians at Emtrak Construction have years of experience, advanced training, and access to the finest materials, tools, and equipment – not to mention they’re fully licensed and insured for your peace of mind. So, if you need answers or assistance with roofing, call the experts at Emtrak Construction today at +1 (773) 837-7196.

Modified Bitumen Roofing

Modified bitumen roofing is composed of asphalt and usually reinforced with either polyester or fiberglass making them a blend of the traditional and the modern. The process involves the use of two separate polymers, Styrene Butadiene Styrene (SBS) or Atactic Polypropylene (APP), that modify the membrane giving it greater elasticity and temperature flexibility across a much greater range. As fiberglass is used to fortify the entire system, there is much greater strength and puncture-resistance. Modified bitumen roofing is also installed in various layers to increase the protection it offers from temperature fluctuations, wind uplift, and water damage.

EPDM Roofing

EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Terpolymer) is an amazingly durable synthetic roofing membrane used worldwide in low-slope structures. The two main ingredients are ethylene and propylene which are substances created from oil and natural gas. EPDM roofing comes in two colors, either black or white, and comes from the factory in a wide range of widths. It is also available in either 45 or 60 millimeters, and can be installed in a few different ways. Emtrak Construction can install your EPDM roofing by mechanically attaching it, adhering it fully, or ballasting it with all the seams sealed with adhesives or specially-formulated tape. EPDM roofing is extremely resistant to general weathering such as wind, hail, snow, rain, and temperature fluctuations and even offers some protection from the effects of fire.

Built-Up Roof Membranes

Emtrak Construction has more than 20 years of experience applying Built-Up Roofing Systems (BUR) for Chicago’s multiunit residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, and governmental entities. BURs are also known as “tar & gravel” roofs due to the fact they are made up of layered felts, fabrics, or mats saturated with bitumen, asphalt, or good old-fashioned tar pitch. Gravel is applied to the surface of most BURs as a mineral cap sheet, basically a weatherproof protective coating for the bitumen and underlying layers, that protects the application from wear and tear. BURs are one of the oldest methods for covering low-slope roofs still in use today – mainly for commercial rooftops.

Fluid Applied Roof Membranes

Many commercial, industrial, institutional, governmental, and multiunit residential entities throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs choose fluid applied roofing solutions for their properties. Fluid applied roofing is the process by which a roof is waterproofed through the use of a cold, liquid roof coating. This is an excellent option for those with a functional roof that is experiencing some slight degradation, and is far less invasive and costly than a new roof replacement. Fluid applied roofing membranes are one of the best ways owners can safeguard their roof and concrete decking from water damage and reinforce the overall structural integrity of their building.

Cool Roof Coating Systems

One of the roofing solutions business owners have been increasingly looking to for the last decade, to save both time and money, is Cool Roof Coating Systems. There are a great many types of roof coatings including silicone, butyl rubber, hypalons, neoprenes, acrylics, polyurethane elastomers, and modified asphalts. While every roof is different, and certain situations may call for specific products, Emtrak Construction’ teams have the experience and expertise to know the best recommendation for every roofing scenario. We work directly with some of the nation’s biggest coating manufacturers and are approved to apply their products and issue their warranties. For cool roof coatings, there’s no one better than Emtrak Construction.

Asphalt Shingles

Emtrak Construction offers only the finest quality shingles from GAF Materials Corporation to ensure all of our governmental, institutional, industrial, multiunit residential, and commercial clients get only the highest-quality materials along with our excellent customer service and workmanship. All of the GAF materials we use are tested and proven to stand up to the extremes of Chicago weather, and with our expertise we will offer the perfect shingle for your structure. Our materials are backed by GAF, the nation’s largest roofing manufacturer, and our service is backed by our own satisfaction guarantee, so you have nothing to worry about when we handle the roofing. As a member of the GAF Master Elite Residential Roofing Group, we have proven our commitment to providing the highest quality service along with the finest products available on the market.

TPO & PVC Roofing

The experts at Emtrak Construction specialize in the installation of TPO and PVC roofs for industrial, multiunit residential, commercial, governmental, or institutional clients throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Both of these options are white in color and highly reflective to mitigate UV radiation. The reinforced nature of these products means they can take abuse and work perfectly in areas where wear and tear is expected. Welded together with hot air, these roofing membranes are ideal for 2nd generation roof-over applications due to their light weight. Our technicians have years of working with TPO and PVC roofing systems, so when you need answers and the best prices call Emtrak Construction at +1 (773) 837-7196

Sheet Metal Roofs

Sheet metal roofing is an excellent option for some of Emtrak Construction industrial, multiunit residential, commercial, governmental, or institutional clients in and around Chicago and the surrounding communities. This type of roofing takes skillful sheet metal fabrication, installation techniques, and experienced, dedicated professionals. Emtrak Construction has both of those covered – no pun intended. We handle all sorts of sheet metal roofing jobs, so for anything from a new gutter system or an elaborate rooftop design, Emtrak Construction is the only name you need to know. Our cutting-edge automated systems ensure that every piece is formed with exact detailing and uniformity. We carry copper, stainless steel, galvanized steel, and an extensive collection of prefinished flat metal sheets in more than 32 colors. No matter what you envision – spires, minarets, colonnades, or any other challenging decorative accent – Emtrak Construction expert technicians will get the work done to your exacting specifications every time – guaranteed.

Single-Ply Roofing

Single-Ply Roofing systems can be broken into two distinct groups: thermosets and thermoplastics. Thermoset membranes are made up of synthetic rubber polymers, usually EPDM, CSPE, and Neoprene. These membranes are perfect for large roof areas because of the manufacturing specifications – they come in large unbroken sheets – which allows for large coverage with minimal seams. To help the membrane stand up to UV radiation, the black membranes have carbon included and the white ones contain titanium dioxide. Thermoplastic membranes are most commonly single-ply systems made from TPO and PVC, and come with a reinforcement layer that significantly improves strength and stability. These roofing membranes are highly resistant to weathering and UV radiation. While easy to install, at least relatively speaking, you need a qualified, experienced professional contracting firm due to the incompatibility of these membranes with most other single-ply roofing systems. It’s better to rely on Emtrak Construction to ensure everything goes according to plan. After all, with us, your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed.

Emtrak Construction has been a leader in the industry for over 20 years. Why?

We’ve installed over 20 million square feet of roofing systems in Chicago and the surrounding communities.
We have a 5-Star Customer Satisfaction Rating on Angie’s List, Yelp!, and Google.
We maintain a 24/7 Emergency Service & Response Team.
We provide professional roofing estimates and roof inspections – Free of Charge!
We guarantee your satisfaction on all the work we do – 100%.

If you’re in the market for a roofing contractor to handle new roof construction, if you need a major renovation of an existing roof structure, or just basic maintenance to keep your roof in peak condition, Emtrak Construction is the only name you need to know. Our experience and resources make us the logical choice in Chicago and the surrounding communities.
Call +1 (331) 308-0102, use our contact form, or send an email to learn more about what we can do for you.