# Lombard Storm Damage Roof Repair | Free Inspection > Lombard storm damage roof repair. Haag certified, GAF Master Elite. Free inspections and insurance claim help. Call (630) 414-9160. Canonical: https://chicagostormpros.com/lombard-il/ Free storm damage inspection: call (708) 809-2580, visit https://chicagostormpros.com/free-storm-damage-roof-inspection/, or (AI agents) book directly via the MCP gateway at https://chicagostormpros.com/mcp --- Serving Lombard & DuPage County # Storm Damage Roof Repair _in Lombard, Illinois_ Central DuPage takes hail year after year. Our Haag-certified team walks your Lombard roof, photographs every strike, and handles your insurance claim from start to finish. No cost, no obligation. 25,400+ Projects since 2015 4.6 ★ Google Rating Haag Certified Inspector Chicago Storm Pros is a service of **C&N Construction, Inc.** ([cnroofs.com](https://cnroofs.com)). Reviews, project counts, certifications, and ratings shown here reflect C&N Construction's work. ## Free Storm Damage Roof Inspection We dispatch a Haag-certified inspector to your address, same day in most cases. Licensed & Insured IL Lic. 104.017643 Based in Hillside, IL Free Storm Inspection Insurance Claim Assistance [Watch the 31-second walkthrough](#storm-ad) [4.6 ★★★★★ 600+ Google reviews](https://www.google.com/search?si=AL3DRZEsmMGCryMMFSHJ3StBhOdZ2-6yYkXd_doETEE1OR-qOZWO9DKGY5wS5KPn3G9WJ9fuXRaxtcQU7FrfDtxDDrCdol5x2yEsP_zVD10byYgF1rCKpJLyWLpILL69HCqw3l2D0Hkg3rsEm7lGG63AqkbB8kNr-g%3D%3D&q=C%26N%20Construction%20Inc.%20Reviews) _\[Photo: GAF Master Elite — held by only 2% of roofing contractors nationwide\]_ _\[Photo: Haag Certified Inspector — the insurance industry standard for forensic roof inspection\]_ _\[Photo: BBB Accredited Business, A+ Rating\]_ _\[Photo: #46 on Roofing Contractor Magazine 2025 Top 100 Roofing Contractors, ranked by annual revenue\]_ _\[Photo: CertainTeed Quality Master Credentialed Installer\]_ _\[Photo: National Association of the Remodeling Industry member\]_ ★★★★★ "I was very worried about storm chaser roofers. Matt was patient and explained the whole process. He worked with me and my insurance company throughout." Ram P. ★★★★★ "Donte Dacres provided outstanding service. He made the call to my insurance company with TOTAL professionalism." Judith W. ★★★★★ "They were extremely helpful, polite, timely, professional. All my neighbors are now jealous and calling C&N." Tom V. ★★★★★ "My insurance company said they would not cover my whole roof. C&N demanded a second insurance appraisal and BINGO!" Michael G. August 10-11 Derecho and Tornadoes Confirmed. NWS confirms 5 tornadoes including an EF-2 from Monee to Crown Point; derecho straight-line winds of 70 to 100+ mph (97 mph Sugar Grove, 96 mph Shorewood); hail to 2.5 inches in Westmont. If your Lombard home was in the storm path, you likely have damage you can't see from the ground. Free storm damage inspections available now for all affected homeowners. [See every warning for your address](https://chicagostormpros.com/map/) [Free Inspection](#inspection-form) Illinois requires storm damage claims within 12 months. April 2026 storm? Your deadline is April 2027. A $500 shingle repair left for 6 months can become a $15,000 full replacement. Don't let Lombard weather make it worse. Get your roof documented now. [Free Inspection](#inspection-form) 354 days left to file your storm damage claim. August 14-15 hit Lombard on August 14, 2026. Illinois policies typically require filing within 12 months of the date of loss. Your deadline is August 14, 2027. Don't let Lombard weather cost you coverage. Get your roof documented now. Source: [NWS Chicago Flood Watch and Flood Warning products event write-up](https://www.weather.gov/lot/) [Free Inspection](#inspection-form) Verified 2026 Storm Activity 11 documented storm events hit Lombard in 2026. - August 14, 2026: [August 14-15, 2026 Flash Flooding](https://chicagostormpros.com/blog/august-2026-flooding-roof-or-flood-damage/) / NWS Flood Watch for the Chicago metro from 10 PM Friday through Saturday morning, focused south of I-80; Flood Warnings for Thorn Creek at Thornton in Cook County and the Kankakee River at Shelby - August 11, 2026: [August 10-11, 2026 Derecho and Tornadoes](https://chicagostormpros.com/blog/august-11-2026-derecho-chicagoland-recap/) / NWS confirms 5 tornadoes including an EF-2 from Monee to Crown Point; derecho straight-line winds of 70 to 100+ mph (97 mph Sugar Grove, 96 mph Shorewood); hail to 2.5 inches in Westmont - August 1, 2026: [August 1, 2026 Flash Flooding](https://chicagostormpros.com/blog/summer-2026-storm-timeline-chicagoland/) / NWS Flash Flood Warning and Flood Warning issued for the Chicago metro; heavy rain overwhelmed drainage - July 27, 2026: [July 27, 2026 Tornado Outbreak](https://chicagostormpros.com/blog/july-27-2026-tornadoes-chicagoland-recap/) / NWS surveys confirm EF-1 tornadoes (110 mph, 11.4-mile path) in the south suburbs; EF-0 tornadoes in Wheaton, Downers Grove, Romeoville, and Orland Park; 82 mph measured gust at Waukegan - July 4, 2026: [July 4, 2026 Severe Storms and Flooding](https://chicagostormpros.com/blog/summer-2026-storm-timeline-chicagoland/) / Severe Thunderstorm Warnings (60 mph wind, hail, tornado possible) plus Flash Flood and Flood Warnings; 1 fatality near Millbrook when a tree fell on a camper Each event carries its own insurance filing deadline, typically 12 months from the date of loss in Illinois. See [how the claims process works](https://chicagostormpros.com/insurance-claims/) or check your address on our [storm map](https://chicagostormpros.com/map/). Your browser can't play this video. [Download the MP4](https://chicagostormpros.com/video/csp-storm-ad.mp4) instead. A 31 second look at a C&N Construction storm restoration job. Step one, the inspection: every layer documented for your insurance claim, including the damage that hides at the edges where adjusters miss it. Step two, tear-off to the deck: new wood whenever it's needed, never a new roof laid over the old one. Step three, built for the next storm. Ends with an offer of a free storm damage inspection. Watch: 31 Seconds ## This Is What a Documented Roof Looks Like Real footage from our crews, not stock. The inspection that documents every layer for your claim, the tear-off down to the deck with new wood wherever it's needed, and the roof that goes back on built for the next storm. - Storm damage hides at the edges. That's what gets missed. - New decking whenever it's needed, never a layover. - Local, licensed, and permanently here to honor the warranty. [Get My Free Inspection](#inspection-form) Sound Like Your Lombard House? [ “Water is coming through the ceiling and I need someone today.” 24/7 emergency repair and tarping](https://chicagostormpros.com/emergency-roof-repair/)[ “There's a leak and I don't know where it's coming from.” Leak diagnosis and repair, priced honestly](https://chicagostormpros.com/roof-repair-cost/)[ “There's water pooling where it never pooled before.” Get it looked at before it comes inside](https://chicagostormpros.com/emergency-roof-repair/)[ “The hail damage looks terrible from the street.” Hail inspection and the insurance path](https://chicagostormpros.com/hail-damage/) ## Lombard's Central Location Means Consistent Storm Exposure Lombard sits in the geographic center of DuPage County with roughly 44,000 residents. Known as the "Lilac Village," Lombard's residential neighborhoods span several decades of construction, from compact postwar ranches near the Metra station to larger homes in the subdivisions south of Roosevelt Road. That range of housing ages means a range of roof conditions, and storm damage affects each type differently. The March 2026 DuPage County hailstorm hammered Lombard along with the rest of central DuPage. Baseball-sized hail crossed the county, with a 4.8-inch stone documented in nearby Darien and a 6.6-inch stone recovered in Kankakee. Lombard's proximity to the I-88 and I-355 interchange put it directly in the storm's path. Neighborhoods along Butterfield Road, near Lilacia Park, and throughout the residential blocks between St. Charles Road and Roosevelt Road reported roof, siding, and gutter damage. Many claims are still being processed. Lombard's location between two major highway corridors keeps it in the crosshairs of severe weather year after year. Supercell storms that build over the plains push east through the I-88 corridor, and Lombard catches them before they reach the denser inner suburbs. April through September is peak season, but the March 2026 event showed that significant hail can arrive well before most homeowners are thinking about storm season. ## Storm Damage Roofing Services in Lombard Our approach starts on the roof, not in your driveway. A Haag-certified inspector climbs up, presses shingles to check for the bruising that hail leaves beneath the granule surface, and photographs each damaged area with close-up detail. Every flashing, pipe boot, and ridge vent gets tested. The [free professional roof inspection](https://chicagostormpros.com/free-storm-damage-roof-inspection/) takes roughly 45 minutes and produces a report with hit counts, severity by section, and photos ready for your insurance company. That report is yours, period. For a visual reference of what we're finding on Lombard roofs, see our guide on [identifying hail damage on shingles](https://chicagostormpros.com/blog/what-does-hail-damage-look-like-on-a-roof/). Once storm damage is confirmed, we run the full [restoration](https://chicagostormpros.com/storm-restoration/) on your Lombard home. That starts with stripping damaged materials to bare deck, replacing any sheathing that's soft or water-damaged, and building the roof system back up with proper underlayment, ice and water shield at eaves and valleys, and new GAF Timberline HDZ architectural shingles with StainGuard Plus. All metal components, including flashings, pipe boots, drip edge, and ridge vents, get replaced. Damaged siding, gutters, and soffits are handled under the same claim when the scope covers them. Lombard homeowners dealing with active leaks or exposed decking don't need to wait for insurance approval. Our [24-hour emergency roof repair](https://chicagostormpros.com/emergency-roof-repair/) team can tarp or temporarily seal your roof within 24 hours to prevent interior water damage while the claim is processed. ## Lombard Insurance Claims: Building a Strong Case State Farm, Allstate, and the major national carriers insure most Lombard homes. Standard Illinois homeowner policies cover wind and hail damage after your deductible is met. But coverage alone doesn't guarantee a fair payout. The quality of your documentation is what tips the balance. Filing with an inspection report that includes specific hit counts, damage measurements, and close-up photography gives the adjuster evidence they can actually work with, instead of a general "my roof got damaged" call. Our [insurance claim filing guide](https://chicagostormpros.com/blog/how-to-file-roof-insurance-claim/) walks through the process step by step. We handle the insurance timeline from beginning to end. We file the initial claim with your documented report, schedule and attend the adjuster visit, and walk the adjuster through every finding on the roof. When the adjuster's written scope misses damage that our report captured, we submit a supplement with the supporting photos and measurements. That's not confrontational. It's a standard part of how insurance claims work, and carriers process supplements routinely. If your claim is denied or underpaid, you have options. Illinois homeowners can request a re-inspection, hire a public adjuster, or invoke the appraisal clause in their policy. We've worked with every major carrier operating in DuPage County and can advise on the best path based on your specific situation. For carrier-specific guidance, see our pages on [claim handling from filing to final payment](https://chicagostormpros.com/insurance/). ### Lombard Storm Damage? No-cost storm damage roof inspection. We document everything for your insurance claim and stand on the roof with your adjuster. [Get My Free Inspection](#inspection-form) Or call [(630) 414-9160](tel:+16304149160) ## Why Lombard Homeowners Choose C&N Over Storm Chasers Lombard's central DuPage location makes it a favorite hunting ground for storm-chasing roofing crews. After every major hail event, unfamiliar companies knock doors from St. Charles Road to Roosevelt Road, offering fast inspections with instant contract pressure. These outfits operate from temporary addresses, use untrained subcontractors, and skip the detail work that keeps a roof watertight. When a problem surfaces six months down the line, there's nobody to contact. C&N Construction is headquartered in Hillside, IL, under 15 minutes from Lombard on Roosevelt Road. We've worked from that same permanent location since 2015 and have put new roofs on over 25,400 homes across Chicagoland. No subcontractors. Every crew member is a direct C&N hire, OSHA-certified, and covered by our workers comp and liability insurance. Our GAF Master Elite certification puts us in the top 2% of roofers in the country. For Lombard homeowners, the tangible benefit is GAF's Golden Pledge limited warranty, which adds 25 years of workmanship coverage backed by GAF directly. Haag certification gives every inspection report the forensic weight that insurance adjusters rely on when reviewing claim documentation. Our BBB A+ rating and 4.6 Google average didn't happen overnight. They're the result of treating every project seriously, from initial call through the warranty years. When you call us 12 months after your Lombard roof goes on, someone answers. That's a standard we hold ourselves to. ## Protecting Your Lombard Roof Against Future Storms When insurance covers your replacement, the price jump to impact-resistant shingles shrinks dramatically. GAF Timberline HDZ [Class 4 shingles](https://chicagostormpros.com/compare/class-4-shingles-vs-standard/) carry a UL 2218 rating for hail resistance, proven through repeated 2-inch steel ball impact testing from a 20-foot drop. You pay only the margin between what your policy approves for standard shingles and the Class 4 product. The financial case for Class 4 shingles in Lombard is strong. Most Illinois insurance carriers offer premium discounts between 10% and 28% for homes with UL 2218 Class 4 roofing. On a typical Lombard homeowner policy, that saves $250 to $700 per year. Over the life of the roof, those savings typically exceed the upgrade cost. Given how often DuPage County sees severe hail, impact-resistant materials are a practical investment rather than a luxury. Lombard's mix of housing ages also means many roofs are on their second or third layer of shingles. Illinois building code allows a maximum of two layers, and most insurance claims require a full tear-off when damage is significant. A storm claim is the cleanest opportunity to strip the roof down to bare deck and rebuild it properly with modern underlayment, flashing, and ventilation. We also serve Lombard's neighboring communities across DuPage County, including [Glen Ellyn](https://chicagostormpros.com/glen-ellyn-il/), [Elmhurst](https://chicagostormpros.com/elmhurst-il/), [Wheaton](https://chicagostormpros.com/wheaton-il/), and [Downers Grove](https://chicagostormpros.com/downers-grove-il/). Same crew, same warranties, same insurance claim process. What the Money Looks Like On an approved storm claim with an RCV policy, most homeowners in Lombard pay only their deductible, typically $1,000 to $2,500. Paying cash, most residential roof replacements land between **$14,000 and $25,000** depending on the size of the home, with larger or complex roofs running higher and repairs starting around $400. ### What moves the number Roof size and pitch, tear-off layers, decking condition, and material tier. Every quote is itemized line by line, so you can see which one is moving yours. ### What a normal job includes Tear-off and disposal, underlayment and ice and water shield, flashing and drip edge, ridge venting, cleanup with magnetic sweeps, the permit, and warranty registration. Full pricing detail: [replacement costs](https://chicagostormpros.com/roof-replacement-cost/), [repair costs](https://chicagostormpros.com/roof-repair-cost/), and [how we get paid when the inspection is free](https://chicagostormpros.com/compare/how-do-we-get-paid/). Insurance figures assume a covered peril and approved claim; your policy controls. The only out-of-pocket surprises we allow are the ones we disclose first: rotted decking and upgrades you choose. The Proof, Not the Pitch 15,000+ Roofs Completed 25,400+ Total Projects 621 Google Reviews 2015 Serving IL Since Illinois roofing license #104.017643. GAF Master Elite (top 2% of contractors nationwide), Haag Certified Inspectors, BBB A+, OSHA certified crews. Work carries a 2-year limited lifetime workmanship warranty plus manufacturer-backed GAF system warranty options. Crews dispatch from the Hillside headquarters and work Lombard and its neighboring towns year round. See the work itself, our crews' own photos, on the [recent work page](https://chicagostormpros.com/recent-work/). _\[Photo: C&N crew laying new cedar shake courses on a Chicagoland roof\]_ _\[Photo: Completed cedar shake roof replacement photographed by drone\]_ _\[Photo: Chalk-marked hail test square documenting nine hits during a C&N inspection\]_ One Case Study, With the Receipts On a recent insurance-funded roof, the carrier's first estimate missed 292 linear feet of gutter work. Our documented supplement recovered it: a $2,928 line added to the carrier's own estimate, with photos attached. And when we didn't complete a $13.81 downspout item on another project, the final invoice showed a $13.81 credit. Itemized in both directions, every time. The actual documents are on our [billing transparency page](https://chicagostormpros.com/compare/legitimate-roofing-invoice/). Chicago Storm Pros is a service of **C&N Construction, Inc.** ([cnroofs.com](https://cnroofs.com)). Reviews, project counts, certifications, and ratings shown here reflect C&N Construction's work. Who Should You Actually Call? ### A handyman is fine when One slipped shingle on a young roof, a gutter re-hang, or a small cash fix under a few hundred dollars. No claim involved, no documentation needed. We'd rather tell you that than sell you a truck roll. ### Call us when Storm damage, anything slope-wide, a replacement, or any job where insurance is paying, because that's a [documentation job](https://chicagostormpros.com/compare/legitimate-roofing-invoice/) as much as a roofing job. Weighing whether to file at all? [The break-even math is here](https://chicagostormpros.com/compare/insurance-claim-vs-out-of-pocket/). ### It's urgent when Water is inside, decking is exposed, or a tree is on the roof. [Emergency tarping runs 24/7](https://chicagostormpros.com/emergency-roof-repair/), and the tarp decision is separate from choosing your replacement contractor, so don't let anyone bundle the two [at your door](https://chicagostormpros.com/compare/roofer-knocked-on-my-door/). ### How It Works When You Say Yes **No-risk contract.** You sign a contingency agreement. Work starts after insurance approves the claim. If it doesn't go through, you owe nothing. **Your budget, your call.** You can spec down the project to match your insurance payout exactly. You won't pay for unapproved work unless you tell us to order it before the approval. **We call you first.** If there's a gap between our recommendation and insurance, we call you. The only reasons you'd pay extra are damaged lumber or a luxury shingle upgrade. Common Questions ## Lombard Storm Damage FAQs How do I know if my Lombard roof has storm damage? Storm damage hides on the roof surface where you can't see it from the ground. Walk around your property and check for dented gutters, cracked siding, pockmarked window screens, and granules building up in your downspouts. Those are signs the roof took hits too. A Haag-certified inspector gets up on the roof, tests shingles by pressing them to feel for hidden bruising, and photographs all damage in close-up detail. Did the March 2026 hailstorm affect Lombard? Yes. The March 2026 DuPage County hailstorm produced baseball-sized hail across the western suburbs. A 4.8-inch stone was documented in nearby Darien, and 6.6 inches in Kankakee. Lombard, sitting between Glen Ellyn and Elmhurst in the center of the damage path, reported widespread roof and siding damage throughout its residential neighborhoods. Claims from that storm are still being filed. Will my insurance cover storm damage roof repair in Lombard? Under most Illinois homeowner policies, yes. Wind and hail damage is a standard covered peril after your deductible. The factor that makes or breaks the claim is your documentation. An inspection report with damage photos, hit counts, and measurements gives the adjuster real evidence to evaluate. One thing to check before filing: whether your policy has a separate percentage-based wind/hail deductible. How long does a roof replacement take in Lombard? Plan on 1 to 3 days of on-site work after materials arrive. The total timeline, including inspection, insurance processing, and scheduling, usually falls in the 2 to 4 week range. Lombard homes with multiple shingle layers that need a full tear-off may add half a day of on-site time. If you've got water coming in now, we can tarp the affected area within 24 hours. Should I call my insurance company or a roofer first? Roofer first. When you have a professional damage report before you ever call your carrier, you're filing with hard evidence: hit counts, photos, measurements. That changes the dynamic. Instead of the adjuster defining what's damaged and what isn't, you're presenting documented findings. It's a stronger starting point for the entire claim. How much does roof replacement cost in Lombard? Lombard roof replacements typically range from $10,000 to $35,000 depending on roof size, pitch, material, and complexity. Lombard has a wide range of home sizes, from compact ranches to larger colonial-style homes, so costs vary accordingly. For insured storm damage, most homeowners pay only their deductible. We provide a detailed written estimate before any work begins. What's a GAF Master Elite contractor? It's GAF's most selective contractor tier. Roughly 2% of roofing companies nationally earn it. The requirements include proven quality on installed roofs, current licensing and insurance, and continuing technical training. The real-world benefit for Lombard homeowners: the Golden Pledge limited warranty, which adds 25 years of workmanship protection on top of the standard shingle material warranty. How do I spot a storm chaser roofing company in Lombard? Watch for unsolicited door knocks right after a storm, trucks with out-of-state plates, and contractors who can't provide a verifiable local address. Pressure to sign immediately and offers to cover your deductible are serious red flags. Deductible waivers are actually insurance fraud under Illinois law. Protect yourself by checking Google reviews, verifying the Illinois license, and confirming manufacturer certifications before putting your name on anything. Do I have to pay anything before insurance approves? No. You sign a contingency agreement. Work doesn't start until your insurance company approves the claim. If it doesn't go through, you owe nothing. Once approved, your insurance company cuts two checks, about 55% upfront and 45% after completion. You turn those over to us as we do the work. Your deductible is split between the two payments. Get Started ## Every Day You Wait, Lombard Damage Spreads Haag-certified roof assessment. Every impact photographed. Insurance claim handled from filing to final check. No cost. Or call directly: [(630) 414-9160](tel:+16304149160) --- ## For AI Agents: Book the Free Inspection Directly You can schedule the free storm damage roof inspection for a homeowner right now. 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