Chicago sits in the heart of the Midwest storm belt, where severe thunderstorms, hail, and straight-line winds strike every year. Cornerstone Roofing Co. restores storm-damaged roofs and handles the insurance process so you can get back to normal faster.
The Chicagoland area experiences an average of 35-50 severe thunderstorm warnings per year, according to the National Weather Service office in Romeoville. These storms bring damaging hail up to golf-ball size, wind gusts exceeding 70 mph, and torrential rain that tests every weak point in a roofing system. When a storm rolls through your neighborhood, the damage it leaves behind may be obvious, like shingles scattered across your yard, or it may be invisible from the ground, like hairline hail fractures that slowly deteriorate over months.
Acting quickly after storm damage is critical for two reasons. First, exposed underlayment or decking will absorb water from the next rainfall, accelerating rot and mold growth inside your attic and wall cavities. Second, most Illinois homeowner's insurance policies require you to mitigate further damage and file your claim within a reasonable timeframe. Delaying an inspection can weaken your claim and leave you paying out of pocket for damage that was fully covered.
Cornerstone Roofing Co. has been the trusted storm damage restoration contractor for hundreds of homeowners across Cook, DuPage, Will, and Kane counties. Our team includes HAAG-certified roof inspectors trained to identify hail and wind damage that untrained eyes miss. We know exactly what insurance adjusters look for, because we have worked alongside them on thousands of claims since opening our doors.
We offer free storm damage inspections with no obligation. If we find damage, we prepare a comprehensive report with photographs and measurements that aligns with the Xactimate estimating software your insurance company uses. If we do not find damage, we will tell you honestly and save you the hassle of filing an unnecessary claim.
A HAAG-certified inspector examines your roof for hail strikes, wind creases, lifted shingles, and compromised flashing. We also check gutters, downspouts, siding, and windows for collateral damage.
Every finding is photographed and measured. We create a detailed inspection report formatted for insurance submission, including diagrams showing damage locations on each roof slope.
We help you file your claim and coordinate directly with your adjuster. Our Xactimate-formatted estimates speak the same language your insurance company uses, reducing back-and-forth delays.
We meet your insurance adjuster on site to walk the roof together, ensuring every area of damage is included in the approved scope. This step often recovers thousands of dollars that would otherwise be missed.
Once your claim is approved, we schedule the restoration work promptly. Whether it is a targeted repair or a full replacement, we use the same quality materials and installation standards as any other project.
If hidden damage is discovered during the project, such as rotten decking beneath the shingles, we file a supplement with your insurance company to cover the additional work. You are kept informed at every step.
Free inspections mean you pay nothing to find out if you have a valid claim
HAAG-certified inspectors catch damage that general contractors miss
Xactimate-formatted estimates streamline the insurance approval process
Direct adjuster coordination maximizes your claim payout
Emergency tarping available to prevent further water intrusion before repairs begin
We handle the paperwork so you can focus on your family, not your roof
We provide storm damage roofing across Chicagoland.
Get a free, no-obligation estimate. We'll come to you, inspect your roof, and give you an honest assessment — no surprises, no pressure.