They put a new roof on my house 3 years before I bought the house. Then 2 years after I bought the house one of the plywood sheets lifted off a little creating a hole in the roof. A big problem. So I called and they had a crew out to fix it–no questions asked–within a few days. No charge, even though it was a few months out of warranty and even though I was not original customer. I was pleasantly surprised a company actually stands by their work like that–even five years later. They even inspected the whole roof and fixed another small issue I wasn’t even aware of.
Our Story
From humble beginnings in 1914, with just a man and a wagon operating out of his home, the Waukegan Roofing Company has evolved into a premier roofing contractor known for superior roofs, top-quality materials, and exceptional customer service. Today, over a century since our inception, we stand as one of the industry’s best and the nation’s oldest-standing roofing companies. As we begin another hundred years of excellence, we’re eager to continue sharing our passion for roofing with our customers — past, present, and future.
At Waukegan Roofing, we take pride in our extensive portfolio of commercial roofing services, perfectly crafted to match the diverse needs of your business. With a relentless commitment to excellence, we ensure that every aspect of your commercial roofing project is executed with precision and care, providing clients with a roofing system that’s built to last.
With a focus on industrial roofing, Waukegan Roofing takes pride in providing meticulously crafted roofing systems to address the needs of expansive, large-scale industrial facilities. Our diverse array of services is tailored to ensure top performance, durability, and seamless integration with the unique operational needs of each client.
At Waukegan Roofing, we offer regular inspections, preventative maintenance, and timely repairs to safeguard your commercial or industrial properties. With a focus on proactive intervention, our team works diligently to identify and address any potential concerns before they escalate, ensuring uninterrupted protection and optimal performance for your roof.
Crafting a Legacy of Expertise, One Shingle at a Time
Starting Small
Founded in 1914 by M.C. DeThorne and operating out of the family home on Philipa Avenue, Waukegan Roofing Company began as a local provider of cutting-edge roofing materials like felt, gravel, composite, tin, slate, and tile. Over the years, the company expanded its services before being acquired by Samuel Hiner in 1951. With the involvement of Samuel and his sons, Ed and Dave, the company diversified into residential roofing and expanded its service area to encompass McHenry and northern Cook counties.
By 1964, Ed and Dave acquired Hubert Roofing, consolidating Waukegan Roofing as the sole roofing provider in the area. This expansion required the acquisition of additional land and construction on the company’s headquarters on Gladstone Avenue. In 1998, Waukegan Roofing underwent another transition in ownership, with local entrepreneur and roofing industry veteran Bruce Diederich assuming leadership. Under his stewardship, the company underwent a transformative period of growth, shaping Waukegan Roofing into the reputable entity it is today.
A Brighter Future
Now, over 100 years since we were founded, Waukegan Roofing proudly stands as one of the foremost leaders in the roofing industry, boasting a legacy as one of the oldest and most reputable roofing companies nationwide. In 2014 we celebrated our centennial anniversary, signaling the beginning of our second century dedicated to providing quality materials, expert craftsmanship, and unparalleled reliability.
As we embark on this journey into the future, we view it as a golden opportunity to not only continue delivering excellence in roofing but also to share our unwavering passion with our valued customers—past, present, and future—as well as with the communities we proudly serve. Here’s to another hundred years of setting the standard for roofing excellence at Waukegan Roofing!
Why Waukegan
TESTIMONIAL
Had a roofing job that needed to get relooked. Bruce sent a tech out that very morning. He found out what it was and made the repair in the rain! Waukegan Roofing stands behind their work! Would definitely recommend them to friends & family.
What sold me on them is their honesty. We thought we were going to need a new roof. They could have sold us one, but the Waukegan Roofing representative who came over let us know that we didn’t need to replace the roof…we just needed a simple repair. We were impressed with their honesty, even though it resulted in a smaller job and less revenue. We have been sold ever since. The work they have done has been high quality too.
Your employees just finished 2 jobs here at our location: sealing leaks along a stretch of windows up on our roof and most recently repairs to and applying an aluminum colored coating to our corrugated metal east warehouse roof. I normally do not write to anyone about the workmanship of a job done here, but in this case I thought it’s something that I should do, especially in this case.The workmanship of the repairs was absolutely outstanding. The crew did a fabulous job of repairs & applying the aluminum colored coating to our corrugated metal east warehouse roof.All your workers were very professional in their conversations with me. Thanks very much for the jobs very well done.