At a glance: John Beal Roofing replaced the roof on Dennis Drive in Alton, IL 62002, finishing July 14, 2026. 36.33 squares of IKO IKO Dynasty, color Shadow Brown, installed over synthetic underlayment across the full deck. Handled by our St. Louis office (314-429-6000).
On Dennis Drive in Alton, IL (a Madison County river city on the bluffs above the Mississippi, with a deep stock of older homes), the crew tore off and replaced a big 36.33-square roof, about 3,633 square feet of surface. It was one of 11 roof replacements our crews completed in Alton in July 2026. The system: synthetic underlayment across the full deck, ice and water membrane in the valleys and at the eaves, and IKO Dynasty in Shadow Brown on top.
Job specs
| Location | Dennis Drive (Alton, IL 62002) |
|---|---|
| Completed | Tuesday, July 14, 2026 |
| Opened to completed | 28 days |
| Roof size | 36.33 squares (about 3,633 sq ft) |
| Scope of work | Full tear-off and roof replacement |
| Shingle color | Shadow Brown |
| Shingle | IKO — IKO Dynasty |
| Underlayment | JBI Synthetic |
| Ice & water | Alco Ice & Water |
| Starter course | IKO Starter |
| Hip & ridge | IKO Hip & Ridge |
| Ventilation | Lomanco Omni Roll ridge vent |
| Warranty | Lifetime workmanship warranty |
| Project number | STL061626013 |
See Shadow Brown on a whole house, plus every other IKO Dynasty color, in our IKO Dynasty color selector.
Why this house went with Shadow Brown
This house got Shadow Brown. A small swatch never tells the whole story, because a full roof reads lighter or darker depending on how the slopes face and the light hits them. Shadow Brown has been one of the more popular picks lately: it went on 13 of the roofs in this recent-projects set. Our project managers bring real samples to the house so you can see them next to your brick, siding and trim.
The roofing system on this house
With IKO Dynasty, the detail that matters most is the ArmourZone nailing strip: a wider, reinforced band where the nails go, so fasteners land where they hold best. People shop for the shingle, but what’s underneath it and how the edges are finished decide how long the roof lasts. On this job:
- Synthetic underlayment over the whole deck. It’s stronger and more tear-resistant than felt, and it lies flat if weather rolls in during the tear-off.
- Ice and water membrane at the eaves and in the valleys. This self-adhering layer goes where water backs up: behind ice dams at the eaves and where two slopes meet.
- IKO Starter at the eaves and rakes. It’s a purpose-made starter strip with factory adhesive, not cut-up field shingles, so the edges stay sealed.
- IKO Hip & Ridge cap. Pre-formed cap that seals the hips and ridge.
- Lomanco Omni Roll ridge vent. It runs along the peak and lets hot, damp attic air escape. That protects the decking and keeps shingles from baking from below.
Who installed it
John Beal Roofing crews out of our St. Louis office installed this roof. From the day the job was opened (June 16, 2026) to the day the crew finished (July 14, 2026) took 28 days. We’ve been family-owned since 1947. We run our own crews, and every roof comes with our lifetime workmanship warranty on top of the manufacturer’s material coverage. If a storm opens up a roof at 2 a.m., someone answers the phone. See 24/7 emergency service.
Need a roof in Alton?
Free inspection, documented slope by slope, no obligation. St. Louis office: 314-429-6000
Common questions about this job
What shingle was installed on this Alton roof?
IKO IKO Dynasty in Shadow Brown, over synthetic underlayment across the full deck. The full system is in the project details table above.
What kind of ventilation went on this roof?
A Lomanco Omni Roll ridge vent along the peak. Paired with soffit intake, it lets hot, moist attic air escape.
How long did this project take from start to finish?
28 days from the day the job was opened to the day the crew finished. Most of that time is scheduling, material ordering and any insurance paperwork. The tear-off and install usually take a day or two on a house this size.
Does John Beal Roofing work in Alton, IL?
Yes. Alton is served by our St. Louis office, and we've completed 11 roof replacements there in the last few months alone. Call 314-429-6000 for a free inspection.
Who do I call about a roof in Alton?
Our St. Louis office at 314-429-6000. A person answers 24 hours a day, including nights, weekends and holidays.