Thinking about a new roof in Loves Park? Martin Exteriors Roofing & Siding replaces roofs across the city, from riverside ranches to the newer streets out toward Rock Cut State Park, and our Rockford office on Fincham Drive is a short drive away. We are a GAF Master Elite contractor (fewer than 2% of roofing contractors qualify) and we have been at it since 2006. The inspection is free. Call (815) 209-9054 any hour.
Three Building Waves, Three Kinds of Roofs
Loves Park took its name from Malcolm Love, the Rockford industrialist who bought 236 acres along the Rock River in 1901. When the city incorporated in 1947 it already had about 4,500 residents, many of them in houses built during the housing boom after World War II. It has kept growing ever since, and today’s housing reflects that.
Census estimates for 2020 to 2024 put the median Loves Park home at 1986, but the mix matters more than the middle. About one home in five was built before 1960. Another fifth went up in the 1960s and 1970s. The biggest stretch came from 1990 through 2009, when about 37% of the city’s homes were built. So a single street in Loves Park can hold a roof that has been replaced several times and one that is still on the builder’s first shingles.
What We Look For by House Age
Postwar homes near the river
Smaller ranches and story and a half houses from the late 1940s and 1950s often have low attics, few vents and decking that has seen several sets of nails. Mature trees along the Rock River shade these roofs and drop limbs and leaves into the valleys, so we check the edges and valleys closely for soft wood.
1960s to 1980s ranches and split levels
Homes from these decades can be on their second or third set of shingles. Split levels have short roof sections meeting walls at several heights, and each of those joints needs new step flashing, not reused metal.
1990s and 2000s two stories
Homes built in the 1990s and 2000s are now 17 to 36 years old, and some still wear the shingles they were built with. Curled edges, bare spots and granules in the downspouts are the usual signs. Bonus rooms over the garage and long roof to wall runs make flashing the main thing to get right.
Townhomes and Shared Rooflines
Only about 58% of Loves Park homes are detached houses, and about 11% are attached single family homes like townhomes and duplexes. When a roof is shared, we can price one unit or the whole building, put the plan in writing for every owner or the association, and match colors to whatever the association allows. On a condo association in Roscoe, we reroofed nine buildings in one day; see the Terramott Court condo roofs project.
How the New Roof Goes On
- Old shingles and underlayment come off down to the wood, and bad boards get replaced.
- Ice and water shield goes on every eave, in the valleys and around chimneys and skylights.
- A full GAF system follows: underlayment, starter, shingles and ridge cap built to work together.
- Intake and exhaust vents are balanced to the attic size. See attic ventilation.
- Flashing is new metal, and the yard gets a magnet sweep before we leave.
Most roofs are done in a day. Larger or steeper roofs can take longer, and we install weather permitting.
Shingles, Warranty and Payments
GAF Timberline shingles fit most Loves Park homes, and Class 4 impact resistant shingles are an option if hail worries you. We are also a CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster. On qualifying roofs, we can register a lifetime GAF warranty with up to 30 years on workmanship (GAF eligibility rules apply); our GAF warranty page explains it. Payments can be as low as $149/month for qualified buyers through our financing options.
From Your First Call to the Final Walkthrough in Loves Park
- Call or book online. Ring our Rockford office at (815) 209-9054 any hour and we set a time to come out. Fincham Drive is a short drive from Loves Park.
- Roof and attic visit. We get on the roof and into the attic, then photograph worn shingles, soft spots, valleys and flashing so you see exactly what we saw.
- Your plan in writing. The written estimate spells out the shingle line and the per-board price for any decking we replace. For a townhome, it covers your unit or the whole building, and every owner and the association get the same copy.
- Install day. Most roofs are done in a day. If a steep roof or several old layers will stretch it longer, you know before we start.
- Walkthrough and paperwork. We walk the finished roof with you, hand over the photos and register the GAF warranty your roof qualifies for.
Why Loves Park Picks Martin
- GAF Master Elite, recognized by GAF with 2-Star President’s Club.
- What Rocks Rockford Best Roofer, 7 years running (2020 to 2026).
- Inc. 5000 Company, helping thousands of homeowners since 2006.
- A Rockford office minutes away, open 24/7.
- Free inspections, with photos of every problem we find.
How Much Does a Roof Replacement Cost in Loves Park, IL?
Most full asphalt roof replacements in Loves Park run about $7,500 to $17,500+, depending on which building wave your house belongs to and what is under the shingles. Each of the city’s three building waves brings a different kind of roof, and different surprises at tear off. What decides a Loves Park roof price:
- Deck repairs. Soft or rotted boards are replaced at a price you see first.
- Layers removed. Two or more layers take longer to strip and haul away.
- Square count. More roof area means more shingles, underlayment and labor.
- Pitch. Steeper slopes are slower and need extra safety setup.
- Shingle line. A premium GAF line or metal costs more than a standard architectural shingle.
- Venting, flashing and shared rooflines. Townhome rooflines, new flashing and added venting can add cost.
For a closer look at each of these price factors across the Rockford area, see our Rockford roof replacement cost guide.
What Your Free Loves Park Estimate Covers
- A free inspection, with photos of every problem we find.
- A written estimate before any work begins.
- For townhomes, a plan that covers the shared roofline.
Schedule a free inspection or call (815) 209-9054.
Related Loves Park Pages
See our main Loves Park roofing page, roof repair in Loves Park and Loves Park siding. Close by, read about roof replacement in Roscoe and roof replacement in Belvidere, or the full roof replacement service. Schedule a free inspection or call (815) 209-9054.
Loves Park Roof Replacement FAQ
How much does a roof replacement cost in Loves Park?
Most full asphalt roof replacements in Loves Park run about $7,500 to $17,500+. Roof size, steepness, old layers, decking repairs, the shingle line and venting or flashing work set where yours lands. A free inspection gets you a written estimate.
Can you replace the roof on just my townhome unit?
Yes. We can price one unit or the whole building. Either way, we put the plan in writing so neighbors and the association see the same details before anything is scheduled.
My house was built in the late 1990s. Is it time for a new roof?
Often, yes. Builder shingles from that era are now well past 20 years old. Curling, bare patches and granules collecting at the downspouts are the signs. A free inspection will tell you for sure.
Do the trees near the river change how you replace a roof?
They change what we check. Shaded roofs stay damp, so we look hard at the eaves and valleys for soft wood and replace it before the new roof goes on.
Will a new roof help with ice along my eaves?
Yes. Ice and water shield goes on every eave, and balanced attic vents keep the deck colder, so ice has a harder time forming.
What phone number should Loves Park homeowners call?
Our Rockford office at (815) 209-9054. It is answered 24/7.
Do you replace roofs on the postwar houses near the river in Loves Park?
Yes. Many of the late 1940s and 1950s ranches near the Rock River have low attics and decking that has held several sets of nails. We tear off to the wood, replace soft boards at the price in your written estimate and add venting where the attic falls short.
How close is your office to Loves Park?
Our Rockford office on Fincham Drive is a short drive from Loves Park, and our main office is on Main Street in Roscoe. Call (815) 209-9054 at any hour to set up a free inspection.
Can you help if a storm damaged my Loves Park roof?
We help homeowners with storm claims and can work with your adjuster if needed. A free inspection comes first, and we photograph every hail hit or lifted shingle we find so you have a clear record.
