Everything You Need to Know About Roofing, Warranties & Storm Chasers!
Roofing that Earned Northwest Indiana’s Best Reputation… One Home at a Time!
Roofers in Northwest Indiana earn their reputation one customer at a time. Kusiak began roofing in Lake County over 25 years ago. Very few roofing companies have built such a reputation.
Over the years, the roofing contractor has seen companies come and go! Only a few had what it took to go the distance. With blistering hot summers and bitterly cold winters, only the best roofing companies can weather the storm.
While Kusiak has grown into NWI’s most complete home improvement company, their story began with humble origins. The contractor started his roofing company from his garage. Kusiak Construction’s reputation for quality work and accountability grew and grew. Today, the roofing contractor is respected from Highland to Valparaiso.
Roofing Contractor vs Hail Damage Roofing Companies
Unlike storm chasers who follow roof hail damage, the Kusiak roofing team specializes in NWI roofing and can be counted on to stand and deliver.
If you’re not familiar with a storm chaser, these are hail damaged roofing companies that prey on unsuspecting homeowners. Often tempting homeowners with “to-good-to-be-true” insurance claims, these roofers use inferior materials and hire inexperienced roofers. Often, when issues occur or claims are investigated, the storm chasers are nowhere to be found.
Only The Best NWI Roof Contractors Have This!
Kusiak’s philosophy is simple. Under-promise and over-deliver. While hiring local roofing experts can ensure quality work, even the best roofers rely on quality materials and technology. It’s not enough that the product is good, the shingles and roofing components need to be engineered to hold up to the extreme weather conditions of Porter County and Lake County.
Kusiak also warehouses everything it needs to finish roofing jobs on time. It’s common for a roofing company to get started, and leave for several days until shingles and roofing supplies are delivered. Leaving a homeowner’s roof exposed to storms is very stressful. As a local expert, Kusiak Construction has the expertise to know what NWI homes require and stocks everything it needs to keep the project moving and finished on time!
CertainTeed Roofing | Made for NWI
CertainTeed is the area market leader in developing shingles & roofing materials for the Great Lakes region. Besides advancements in performance and technology, CertainTeed manufactures its products specifically to stand up to the midwest’s severe weather conditions. CertainTeed shingles aren’t just built with superior materials, they offer a range of choices to fit most people’s budgets. The CertainTeed Shingle offers unprecedented value at price points that can be best described as good, better, best! CertainTeed has something for almost any homeowner.
Refresh Your Home’s Curb Appeal with CertainTeed Shingles
Roofing Contractor Insurance | Don’t Hire a Roofer without this!
You wouldn’t drive a car without insurance! So why would you risk your biggest investment—your roof—without checking to see if your contractor is licensed, insured, and bonded? Check out Kusiak’s license page. We don’t just make your family safe and comfortable; we protect you long after the job is done!
YOUR PROTECTION, OUR PRIORITY
Tenured ShingleMaster Roofer
CertainTeed distinguishes the nation’s best roofers through a certification they call a “ShingleMaster.” Only the best roof contractors make the grade. A ShingleMaster Roof Contractor must maintain the highest standards, invest in ongoing training, maintain a strong reputation, and use the finest materials.
Kusiak first earned its stature as a ShingleMaster contractor back in 2010. Since then the company has remained a tenured member of this elite class of roofing contractors. Kusiak is also recognized as a “Master Shingle Applicator Wizard.”
A 50 Year Roof Warranty from one of Northwest Indiana’s Best Roofing Companies
The CertainTeed 4-STAR WARRANTY
Congrats! You’ve done your research and selected CertainTeed Shingles with NWI’s best roofing company! But it gets better! As a ShingleMaster and CertainTeed-Credentialed Contractor, . As a ShingleMaster roofing contractor, Kusiak’s CertainTeed shingles carry a 10-Year-SureStart protection. The warranty fully covers your shingles during the years following installation in the event of a manufacturing defect. Once the SureStart period ends, you are covered solely for shingles at a reduced rate as the roof ages. To learn more here is the link to
CertainTeed’s Homeowner’s Guide to Choosing a Roofer.
50-YEAR WARRANTY | If you’re a homeowner who wants confidence for life, there’s additional coverage called the CertainTeed 4-Star Warranty. As a CertainTeed-Credentialed Contractor, Kusiak Construction is exclusively authorized to offer you additional confidence with a SureStart PLUS 4-Star Protection, which takes CertainTeed’s traditional SureStart protection and extends coverage for up to 50 years. That means in the event of a manufacturing defect, you are fully covered! View the Homeowner’s Guide to Understanding Warranties.
What is a Complete Roof System?
Even the best roofing warranty is void without best-practice ventilation and proper execution of your home’s roof system. One of the first questions a homeowner should ask a roofer is what their experience in ventilation is. Furthermore, if a roofer attempts to offer you an estimate without proof of insurance and inspecting your attic, they are not a qualified roofing contractor.
Simply tearing off your existing shingles and replacing them can void your roof warranty and leave you liable for costly damage to your home. The best solution is to be aware of the components of your homes roofing system. This will empower you to ask the right questions. Dave Kusiak offers this quick anatomy of a roof system.
- Waterproofing Underlayment The first step in your defense against the brutal Northwest Indiana winters and blistering summers! CertainTeed Underlayment is installed at areas of your roof to help prevent leaks from heavy- rain and ice dams.
- Water-Resistant Underlayment Provides a protective layer over the roof deck and acts as a secondary barrier against leaks.
- Starter Shingles Starter Shingles are the first layer of shingles that are installed. They are designed to team with the roof shingles for optimizing shingle sealing and performance. CertainTeed Shingles fit Northwest Indiana’s severe weather conditions like a glove.
- Shingles Choose from a variety of Good-Better-Best styles to complement any roof design. Kusiak offers 3 levels that they describe as Gold- Silver- Bronze. Contact Kusiak for how to decide which is right for your home and your budget.
- Hip & Ridge Caps Available in numerous profiles, these components are used on the roof’s hip and ridge lines for a distinctive finishing touch to your new roof.
- Ventilation Your roof’s ventilation system is critical to the life and performance of your roof and roof system. A roof that breathes is shown to perform better and last longer. Ridge Vents, in combination with Intake Vents, allow air to flow on the underside of your roof deck, keeping the attic cooler in the summer and drier in the winter. Homes that are ten years or older benefit from the experience of a roofing contractor that is a complete Home Improvement expert. Kusiak Construction now supports confidence and safety by examining their customers’ homes, including bathroom and kitchen ventilation, attic electric boxes and attic insulation.While many roofers simply focus on removing and replacing your roof, a roofing contractor with Home Improvement expertise will carefully inspect your home, attic, and roof system before making any recommendations or creating an estimate.
LANDMARK ROOFING SHINGLES
CertainTeed’s tried-and-true architectural laminate roofing shingle, Landmark is designed to replicate the appearance of cedar shake roofing, Landmark is available in an impressive array of colors that compliment any trim, stucco, or siding.
Landmark Roof – For homeowners seeking true peace of mind, Landmark® shingles are the high-quality, reliable choice for beautifying and protecting a home. With a dual-layered design that emulates the dimensionality of true wood shake, Landmark asphalt shingles offer the heaviest weight and widest array of color options in their class, allowing you to create or re-create the ideal look for your home with confidence. Backed by a 100+ year legacy of trusted manufacturing performance, all Landmark shingles include CertainTeed’s industry-leading, lifetime-limited warranty.
Landmark PRO Roof provides the reliable quality of Landmark, along with greater durability and eye-catching Max Def colors. Engineered with two laminated layers to replicate the dimensional appearance of true wood shake, Landmark PRO offers peace of mind on projects that call for a premier aesthetic at an affordable price. Backed by a 100+ year legacy of trusted performance, all Landmark PRO shingles include CertainTeed’s industry-leading, lifetime-limited warranty.
Roofing | Frequently Asked Questions
From start to finish… helping people with solutions throughout their customer journey.
Dave Kusiak has always established his brand for his passion for helping people find win-wins and best-practice solutions. The Kusiak Construction website is dedicated to providing homeowners with answers to their searches. From your earliest searches long before your ready to search, “roof replacement near me” or “roof repairs near me”, you can count on Dave Kusiak to be there to meet you with answers. When you’re ready for help… Kusiak will be there!
What is included in a complete roof replacement?
- Tearing off shingles. You can tell a lot about a roof’s overall condition by the well-being of its shingles.
- The roof’s decking.
- The underlayment.
- Apply new flashing.
- Drip edging and ice dam protection.
How much does it cost to replace a roof on a 1500 square foot house?
Average Cost to Replace a Roof by House Size
House (& Roof**) by Square Foot Re-Roofing Cost*
1,500 (1,581) $5,500 – $8,000
1,600 (1,687) $6,000 – $8,500
1,700 (1,792) $6,500 – $9,000
1,800 (1,897) $6,700 – $9,500
What does a new roof cost?
Average New Roof Cost. The average cost of a new roof is between $4,707 and $10,460 depending on the roof size and materials used. A 2,000 sqft. asphalt roof costs from $3,600 to $10,800 on average, while a metal roof costs between $8,000 to $24,000.
*Cost referenced to homeguide.com- actual cost will vary. Kusiak costs tend to come in considerably less- call for estimate.
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Siding
We choose to use CertainTeed Landmark and Landmark Pro for its exceptional value, versatility and wide array of choices available to our customers.
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Windows
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Gutters
Dave Kusiak started his home improvement company as a specialist in roofing and gutter replacement-and he never forgot his first love.
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Doors
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Carpentry
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Remodeling
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Handyman Service
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Roofing Repairs
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Insulation
When it comes to roofing insulation, Kusiak Construction is uniquely qualified to keep your home and family safe, comfortable, and warm.
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We started as a roofing company then evolved into “Your Exterior Experts” and now we are full steam ahead as Kusiak Construction, Inc. “Your Complete Home Improvement Experts”
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