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Your Trusted Resource for Certified Excellence in Roofing, Siding, and Exteriors
Welcome to the Northwind Exteriors Learning Center—your essential guide for protecting and enhancing your home's exterior in Park Ridge, Glenview, Des Plaines, and the surrounding suburbs.
We don't just provide exterior services; we provide certified expertise. Northwind Exteriors holds the highest credentials in the industry:
Siding: James Hardie Alliance Elite Contractor
Roofing: Malarkey Certified Premium Contractor
This dual certification ensures you receive superior workmanship and the industry's best warranties on both major components of your home's envelope.
What You'll Find Inside Our Expert Guides:
Premium Roofing Expertise: Transparent guides on Malarkey products, the value of Certified Premium Contractor installation (including the enhanced warranty), proper ventilation, and the necessity of Ice and Water Shield.
Elite Siding Clarity: Localized cost guides, including the real price of James Hardie siding, and the importance of hiring an Elite Contractor for a valid 30-year warranty.
Weather Defense & Solutions: Urgent solutions for local threats like ice dams (from our division, Ice Dam Liquidators of Chicago) and proactive steps to prevent storm damage.
Home Value: Tips on maximizing curb appeal, improving energy efficiency, and boosting your home's resale value through strategic exterior upgrades.
Start exploring our latest articles below to secure your home's investment with certified quality.
Post-Storm Checklist: Navigating the February Insurance Restoration Process with Northwind Exteriors
If severe weather hits this February, understanding the insurance claims process is key. We offer expert guidance on documentation, meeting with adjusters, and ensuring a fair settlement for your roof... ...more
James Hardie Siding ,Malarkey &Winter Roof Care
January 15, 2026•1 min read
The February Threat: Protecting Your Malarkey Roof Against Heavy Snow Loads and Ice Damage
February often brings the heaviest snowfall. This post details how proper roof system installation, including high-performance Malarkey shingles and adequate ventilation, protects your structure from ... ...more
Malarkey ,Roofing Tips &Winter Roof Care
January 01, 2026•1 min read
Roof Replacement Cost Park Ridge (2025) | Malarkey Certified Premium
Curious about 2025 &2026 roof prices in Park Ridge, Chicago's Northshore & surrounding Chicagoland Suburbs? See our transparent cost guide comparing Malarkey Legacy, Vista, and standard shingles. We a... ...more
Malarkey ,Roofing Tips
December 24, 2025•8 min read
January’s Deep Freeze is Coming: How Malarkey’s Rubberized Asphalt Stays Strong When Others Crack
January brings the most extreme cold, causing standard shingles to become brittle and crack. Discover how Malarkey’s polymer-modified (rubberized) asphalt retains its flexibility and Class 4 impact ra... ...more
Malarkey ,Roofing Tips &Winter Roof Care
December 01, 2025•1 min read
