Shake Guys has been recognized by DaVinci® Roofscapes, a division of Westlake Royal Building Products™, for installing more than 33,000 squares of DaVinci composite slate and shake roofing products. The achievement places our company among the top DaVinci Roofscapes installers honored nationally in 2026.

Longstanding Partnership Reaches National Recognition

Our company has installed DaVinci roofing products since 2017, helping homeowners, businesses and community landmarks throughout the greater Chicagoland suburbs and Wisconsin. We help protect properties with durable, low-maintenance DaVinci composite roofing designed to deliver the authentic look of natural slate and cedar shake.

“This milestone is more than a number for our team — it represents thousands of decisions by Illinois property owners to invest in roofs that are built for the weather we live with every year,” says Chad Janisch, owner of The Shake Guys. “From hail and high winds to heavy snow, driving rain and freeze-thaw cycles, our community needs roofing systems that combine proven performance with long-term beauty. That is why we continue to recommend DaVinci composite roofing and why homeowners and commercial property owners trust The Shake Guys to install it correctly.”

According to Janisch, the demand for quality composite roofing has grown dramatically in just the past several years.

“Approximately three years ago, DaVinci products represented roughly 30 percent of our roofing replacement business,” says Janisch. “Two years ago, that number increased to 40 percent. Today, DaVinci products account for nearly 50 percent of our roofing replacement projects. I anticipate this will grow soon to 60 or 70 percent of our business!

“This growth has been particularly notable among homeowner replacing aging cedar shake roofs. The long-term benefits associated with DaVinci products are durability, reduced maintenance and enhanced weather resistance. That’s what people want.”

Signature Illinois Projects Demonstrate Local Expertise

2024 DaVinci Masterpiece Contractor Project of the Year: The Shake Guys earned a 2024 DaVinci Masterpiece Contractor Project of the Year Award for updating the roof on a lakeside estate in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area with weather-resistant DaVinci Select Shake. The award-winning project featured custom copper finishes, a dozen dormer windows and a dramatic transformation that highlighted our ability to manage complex, high-end roof replacements with strong visual impact and long-term performance.

Wynstone Community: In the Wynstone community of North Barrington, Illinois, our company helped homeowners move from storm-damaged cedar roofs to DaVinci composite shake roofing. Homeowner Judy Caminiti praised our crew for their professionalism, daily cleanup and finished work, calling her new DaVinci roof “incredible” and noting the realistic look of the composite shakes. Neighbor Greg Rogus also chose The Shake Guys after wind, hail and age compromised his cedar roof, selecting DaVinci Shake in a Tahoe blend for its appearance, warranty protection and long-term confidence.

Northfield Project: A Northfield, Illinois roof replacement demonstrates how our team at The Shake Guys combine technical installation skill with design detail. Our talented crew members paired DaVinci Shake roofing with custom copper work, including dormers, gable vents and standing seam accents. Homeowner Trent Mayberry credited The Shake Guys with guiding the project from assessment and estimates through insurance coordination, references and final installation.

Riva Ridge HOA II: The Riva Ridge HOA II project in Libertyville, Illinois, highlights why communities may approve DaVinci composite shake roofing when aging cedar roofs need replacement. The 153-home community moved toward DaVinci Select Shake because it maintained the neighborhood’s cedar shake appearance while reducing long-term maintenance concerns. Association president Jack Chizek said the appearance of DaVinci’s Select Shake most resembled cedar shake roofs and later said The Shake Guys “completely skyrocketed past our expectations.”

DaVinci Praises Craftsmanship and Customer Education

“We are proud to have a partner like The Shake Guys representing DaVinci Roofscapes in the Illinois and Wisconsin markets,” said Michael Vaughn, director of sales with DaVinci Roofscapes. “Their experience, craftsmanship and commitment to educating property owners on the return-on-investment value of composite roofing have helped homeowners and commercial decision-makers choose composite slate and shake roofing that provides beauty, dependability, low maintenance and weather protection. The 33,000-square cumulative installation milestone reached in 2026 reflects years of trust and a shared dedication to quality.”

Composite Roofing Built for Beauty and Performance

DaVinci composite slate and shake tiles are manufactured from 100 percent virgin resin with UV and thermal stabilizers plus a fire retardant. The products are engineered to provide the natural beauty of slate and hand-split shake without the maintenance concerns often associated with natural materials. DaVinci roofing products are Class A fire and Class 4 impact rated, resist insects, fungus, algae growth, fading, splitting and cracking, and are backed by a Lifetime Limited Material Warranty.

For Illinois and Wisconsin property owners, those features can be especially important. Severe storms, hail, wind, snow and rapid seasonal temperature swings can shorten the life of conventional roofing materials. DaVinci’s lightweight composite roofing is designed to offer impact resistance, long-term color stability and curb appeal while helping protect homes, businesses and community buildings from demanding Midwest weather.

Milestone Reflects Continued Commitment to Premium Roofing

Our team at The Shake Guys joins a select group of just five contractors nationwide recognized by DaVinci Roofscapes for sustained product expertise and significant use of DaVinci composite roofing. The milestone reflects our company’s long-term investment in premium roofing solutions and our ongoing commitment to serving homeowners and commercial clients throughout Illinois and Wisconsin with products designed for beauty, performance and peace of mind.

“Our reputation has been built on customer service, communication and craftsmanship,” says Janisch. “We understand that a premium roofing investment requires a premium installation experience. Our goal is not simply to install a DaVinci roof, but to provide our customers with confidence that their roofing system will perform and protect their home for decades to come.”