License and Insurance First
In Illinois, roofing contractors are not required by state law to hold a specific roofer’s license — but they are required to carry general liability insurance and workers’ compensation if they have employees. Before you get any work started, ask for a Certificate of Insurance (COI) and verify it’s current. A legitimate contractor will provide this without hesitation.
Juno Construction is fully licensed as a general contractor in Illinois and carries both liability insurance and workers’ comp on every job in the Loves Park and Rockford area.
Local Track Record Matters More Than Online Ads
A contractor who has been doing roofs in Loves Park for years knows what the local building department expects, what products hold up to Illinois winters, and which insurance adjusters serve the area. National advertising and lead-gen services send you whoever pays the most — not necessarily the best fit for your project.
Ask for a few local references — not just a Yelp star count. A good contractor should be able to name two or three neighbors or businesses in Winnebago County whose roofs they’ve replaced in the last couple of years.
Red Flags to Avoid
- Door-knockers after a storm — these are often out-of-town storm chasers who disappear when warranty issues arise.
- Requiring full payment upfront — a deposit is normal (typically 10–30%), but full payment before the work is done is a warning sign.
- No written contract — every legitimate job should have a written scope of work, material spec, start/end dates, and payment terms.
- Unusually low bids — below-market bids often mean cutting corners on materials, using unlicensed labor, or skipping proper tear-off.
Questions to Ask Before You Hire
- Are you licensed as a general contractor in Illinois?
- Can you provide a current Certificate of Insurance?
- What brand and product line of shingles will you install?
- Will you pull a permit for this job? (Required in many Winnebago County municipalities.)
- What does the workmanship warranty cover, and for how long?
Getting an Estimate in Loves Park
Juno Construction serves Loves Park, Rockford, Machesney Park, Roscoe, Rockton, and Belvidere. We offer free estimates, written contracts, and warranty-backed work. Call (815) 721-7016 or visit our residential services page to schedule.