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Historic slate and clay tile roof restoration
Preservation-Focused Craftsmanship

Historic RoofRestoration

Historic roof restoration preserves architecturally significant roofing systems while restoring long-term weather protection and structural performance. MDD Exteriors restores slate, clay tile, cedar shake, copper, standing seam metal, and architectural metal roofing for historic residential, commercial, religious, and landmark properties throughout DuPage County, Will County, and surrounding Illinois communities.

Schedule a historic roof inspection and receive a written restoration estimate. Call +1 (866) 310-7663 today.

Illinois Roofing Contractor License #104.017973
Historic Slate, Clay Tile & Cedar Shake Restoration
Material-Matched Restoration Solutions
In-House Employee Crews
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
Free Historic Roof Inspection
Steep clay tile roof pitch during a restoration project
What we restore

Historic Roof
Restoration Services

Historic roof restoration protects architecturally significant roofing systems through preservation-focused repairs, selective replacement, material matching, and restoration of original roofing components. MDD Exteriors restores historic roofing systems that require specialized craftsmanship, historically appropriate materials, and careful attention to architectural detail while avoiding unnecessary full roof replacement.

01

Slate Roof Restoration

Slate roof restoration preserves the appearance, performance, and architectural character of historic slate roofing through material-matched restoration. MDD Exteriors replaces broken and missing slate, repairs flashing, corrects roof leaks, and restores deteriorated slate roofing systems for historic homes, churches, commercial buildings, and landmark properties.

02

Clay Tile Roof Restoration

Clay tile roof restoration restores damaged historic clay tile roofing while preserving original roof profiles and dependable weather protection. MDD Exteriors replaces cracked and displaced clay tiles, restores flashing and underlayment, repairs damaged roof sections, and matches replacement tiles for a consistent architectural appearance.

03

Cedar Shake Roof Restoration

Cedar shake roof restoration extends the service life of historic cedar roofing while preserving its natural appearance and structural reliability. MDD Exteriors replaces deteriorated cedar shakes, repairs roof decking, restores flashing, and corrects moisture damage to strengthen aging cedar shake roofing systems.

04

Copper & Architectural Metal Roof Restoration

Copper and architectural metal roof restoration preserves historic roofing details that contribute to the character and performance of landmark buildings. MDD Exteriors restores standing seam copper roofing, decorative sheet metal, custom flashing, valleys, ridge caps, dormers, gutters, finials, cornices, and other architectural metal components using matching fabrication techniques.

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Historic Roof Repair & Selective Replacement

Historic roof repair and selective replacement restore damaged roofing systems while preserving serviceable historic roofing materials. MDD Exteriors repairs deteriorated roof sections, replaces failed flashing and underlayment, restores compromised roof decking, and reinforces structurally weakened roof assemblies through preservation-focused restoration.

Damage assessment

Historic Roof
Damage We Repair

Roof damage on historic properties demands restoration that preserves original roofing materials whenever practical. MDD Exteriors restores historic roofs affected by:

01Roof Leaks & Water Intrusion 02Broken, Cracked, or Missing Slate 03Cracked, Displaced, or Damaged Clay Tiles 04Deteriorated Cedar Shakes & Wood Shingles 05Loose, Corroded, or Damaged Copper Roofing 06Failed Flashing at Chimneys, Valleys, Dormers & Skylights 07Storm, Hail & Wind Damage 08Rotten Roof Decking & Structural Wood Rot 09Sagging Roof Sections & Structural Deterioration 10Aging or Deteriorated Roof Underlayment 11Damaged Gutters, Downspouts & Roof Drainage 12Corroded Architectural Sheet Metal & Decorative Features

Every historic roof inspection identifies damaged roofing materials, structural deficiencies, and restoration opportunities before deterioration spreads across the roofing system. MDD Exteriors provides a written restoration plan that prioritizes preserving serviceable historic roofing materials while restoring long-term weather protection and structural reliability.

Materials

Historic Roofing
Materials We Restore

Historic roofing materials demand restoration methods that preserve original appearance while extending the service life of the existing roof. MDD Exteriors restores slate, clay tile, cedar shake, copper, standing seam metal, and other traditional roofing materials with material-matched repairs tailored to each roofing system.

01Natural Slate Roofing 02Clay Tile Roofing 03Concrete Tile Roofing 04Cedar Shake Roofing 05Wood Shingle Roofing 06Copper Roofing 07Standing Seam Metal Roofing 08Terne Metal Roofing 09Zinc Roofing 10Decorative Sheet Metal Roofing
Components

Historic Roof
Components We Restore

Historic roof components often determine whether a roof qualifies for restoration or requires more extensive repairs. MDD Exteriors restores damaged flashing, roof decking, roof framing, drainage components, decorative metalwork, and other critical roof components that support long-term roof performance.

Roof Decking Roof Framing Rafters Roof Sheathing Roof Underlayment Step Flashing Counter Flashing Valley Flashing Chimney Flashing Ridge Caps Dormers Valleys Cornices Cupolas Finials Decorative Sheet Metal Snow Guards Copper Gutters Downspouts Leader Heads Roof Drainage Components
Property types

Historic Properties We Serve

Historic properties often require restoration approaches that protect original roofing materials while addressing years of weather exposure and localized damage. MDD Exteriors restores historic roofing systems for residential, commercial, institutional, and religious properties throughout DuPage County and surrounding Illinois communities, including:

Historic Homes Victorian Homes Colonial Homes Tudor Homes Craftsman Homes Estate Homes Churches Religious Facilities Schools Museums Municipal Buildings Government Buildings Commercial Buildings Institutional Properties Landmark Properties Historic District Properties

Historic roof inspections identify damaged roofing materials, structural deterioration, flashing failures, and restoration opportunities before restoration work begins. MDD Exteriors provides written restoration recommendations based on the condition of the existing roofing system, helping property owners make informed restoration decisions.

How it works

Our Historic RoofRestoration Process

Historic roof restoration follows a structured process that preserves original roofing materials while restoring long-term roof performance. MDD Exteriors manages every stage of the restoration project, from the initial inspection through final quality review, with careful attention to architectural character, material compatibility, and workmanship.

1

Historic Roof Inspection

Historic roof inspection identifies damaged roofing materials, structural deterioration, flashing failures, and restoration opportunities before restoration work begins. MDD Exteriors performs a comprehensive roof evaluation and provides a written restoration recommendation based on the condition of the existing roofing system.

2

Material Matching & Restoration Planning

Material matching and restoration planning preserve architectural consistency by selecting compatible roofing materials and defining the restoration work required before construction begins. MDD Exteriors develops a project plan tailored to the property's roofing system and restoration priorities.

3

Historic Roof Restoration

Restoration work repairs damaged roofing systems through selective replacement, flashing restoration, structural repairs, custom architectural metal fabrication, and preservation-focused workmanship. MDD Exteriors completes restoration work while maintaining the original architectural appearance of the roof.

4

Final Quality Review

Final quality review confirms completed restoration work meets workmanship standards before project completion. MDD Exteriors verifies roof performance, flashing installation, drainage, and completed repairs before the project is finalized.

The MDD standard

Why Choose MDD Exteriors for Historic Roof Restoration

Historic roof restoration requires experience with roofing materials that standard roofing contractors rarely restore. MDD Exteriors restores historic slate, clay tile, cedar shake, copper, standing seam metal, and architectural metal roofing with in-house employee crews and an Illinois Roofing Contractor License (#104.017973).

Every restoration project begins with a detailed roof inspection and focuses on preserving serviceable roofing materials whenever practical, reducing unnecessary replacement while extending the life of the existing roofing system.

Good to know

Frequently Asked Questions

Historic roof restoration costs vary based on roofing material, roof size, accessibility, structural condition, material availability, and the extent of restoration required. MDD Exteriors provides a written restoration estimate following a comprehensive historic roof inspection.
No. Many historic roofs qualify for restoration when damage is limited to specific areas. Material-matched repairs, flashing replacement, roof deck repairs, and selective slate or tile replacement often restore roof performance without replacing the entire roofing system.
Most historic roof restoration projects take 2–7 weeks, depending on roof size, roofing material, structural repairs, material availability, and overall project complexity.
We restore natural slate, clay tile, cedar shake, wood shingles, copper roofing, standing seam metal roofing, terne metal roofing, zinc roofing, decorative sheet metal, and compatible flashing systems.
Historic roof restoration is available for historic homes, churches, commercial buildings, institutional properties, municipal buildings, landmark properties, and other architecturally significant structures with traditional roofing systems.
Close-up of a clay tile roof during restoration work
Preservation-sensitive craftsmanship

Schedule Your HistoricRoof Inspection

Historic roof restoration begins with the right diagnosis, not unnecessary roof replacement. MDD Exteriors evaluates historic roofing materials, flashing, roof decking, structural components, and visible roof damage before recommending the restoration approach best suited to your roofing system.

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