Homeowner Resource Center

Drive through the neighborhoods of Morton, Washington, or East Peoria, and you will notice a growing trend: shiny, sleek metal roofs are popping up everywhere. For decades, asphalt shingles were the only real option for residential homes in Central Illinois. But today, homeowners are increasingly choosing metal. Is it just a style choice, or is…

When you look at your home’s exterior, you probably see two separate things: the roof on top and the siding on the walls. But in the world of construction, these two systems are intimately connected. Your siding is the first line of defense for your walls, just as shingles are for your attic. When siding…

If you have lived in East Peoria through a few winters, you know the sight: thick ridges of ice clinging to the edge of roofs, often with long, sharp icicles hanging down like stalactites. While they might look like a winter wonderland scene, these ice formations—known as ice dams—are actually a serious threat to your…

Replacing a roof is one of the biggest investments you will make in your home. Naturally, the process can be stressful. You have to navigate insurance adjusters, choose materials, and compare quotes that might vary by thousands of dollars. At Paws Roofing Contractors, we believe that an educated homeowner is our best customer. We don’t…

Most homeowners in East Peoria think a roof’s only job is to keep water out. But a healthy roof has a second, equally important job: it needs to breathe. Your attic ventilation system is the lungs of your home. When it’s working, you never notice it. But when it’s clogged or unbalanced, your attic begins…

One of the most common questions we hear at Paws Roofing is, “Why does a roof cost so much?” followed closely by, “Is this a fair price?” Many homeowners don’t realize that roofing costs in Illinois are not flat across the state. Just as a gallon of milk costs more in a downtown high-rise than…

If you own a commercial building in East Peoria or maintain a facility in Morton, you know that a flat roof is a different beast than a residential pitched roof. It faces constant exposure, standing water, and the thermal shock of Illinois seasons. When it comes time to replace that roof, you are usually presented…

A severe storm rolls through Washington or Pekin. The next morning, you find shingles on your lawn or notice dents in your gutters. You know you need to call your insurance company, but the process can be intimidating. Will your rates go up? What if they deny the claim? What is a “deductible”? At Paws…