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WickRight's founder, Bob Kelly, is a 35-year veteran General Contractor, Master Carpenter, Inventor and student of Building Science. Everyday, he pulls apart rotting roofs and walls, examines the sources of water damage and invents practical solutions. I couldn't find anything at the supply stores, so I made it.

Now we have 6 patented passive ventilation devices that protect and vent trouble areas on parapets, low-slope and pitched roofs. Opening and closing roofs each day is a waste of time and money! And it's a liability if a roof doesn't get dried-in properly. A couple winters ago, we had a job with rotted trusses, so I designed a rafter system so we could tent the project and work all winter long.
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WickRight Passive Ventilation dries out wet masonry, stops leaks, improves indoor air quality, extends the life of low-slope roofs and prevents truss damage. We make linear passive ventilation devices, scupper access equipment, truss reinforcement brackets and tenting for open low-slope roof systems.
Multiple by the perimeter measurement of the buildings for a REAL drying effect and a smell-free building. Old world charm + new mortars = new world problems! WickRight Clay Coping VRS installed under clay copings gives your clients the best of both worlds. The beauty and natural breathe-ability of clay AND the moisture protection of WickRight's Clay Coping VRS and custom 2-piece counter flashing really works.
WickRight Roof VRS allows the interstitial space beneath the plywood roof deck to exhaust condensation, and redirects moisture from the masonry wall to the exterior, away from the roof system. This passive ventilation significantly extends the life of roofing and structural components and allows wet truss ends embedded in masonry pockets to dry.
All the training and help you need to diagnose and solve your client's water intrusion issues. If your client caught the issue early, the solutions may include ventilation, roofing repairs and masonry maintenance. If the damage is more extensive - the scope may also include a complete roof tear off, parapet rebuild or reinforcement and/or replacement of trusses.
For Chicago and Northshore $100 delivery fee to be charged in addition to the cost of the order. Shipping costs outside of Chicagoland will be determined after your order is placed. Shipping to other locations will be UPS Ground or LTL, will be quoted and will need to be paid for prior to shipping.
Reviews (5)
Danny Levy
Danny Levy
Nov 28, 2021
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My 5 unit condo building had a water intrusion issue that no one, and I mean NO ONE could figure out. We spent years, and thousands of dollars trying to solve the problem and got nowhere. Enter Bob Kelly...the guy is a water intrusion savant. He diagnosed the problem, invented his own fix for it, and did all the work. Everything always took a little bit longer than expected, but Bob and his guys were always super nice and professional. You'll be able to find other contractors to get things done quicker and cheaper, but if you definitely want it done right the first time these are the guys to call
Marco Freudman
Marco Freudman
Nov 25, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Bob Kelly is a Ventilation Expert!!! I Trust Wickright for their Consulting, Knowledge, Professionalism and Value. Bob and his Team are passionate about solving difficult water issues that most would walk away from. Hard to find quality workmanship like this anymore. 5 Stars for Wickright!
Services: Loft ventilation, Roof installation, Gutter repair, Roof repair
Alison Segal
Alison Segal
Nov 23, 2021
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Bob Kelly is absolutely THE person you want for water intrusion issues in your home. He is extremely knowledgable and thoughtful about repairs and recognizes that each issue requires a custom strategy. His work is high quality, creative and effective. He knows what he is doing and is undaunted by tricky issues that might scare away other contractors. We contacted him originally for assistance with water issues around our windows. It took him many months to actually begin the job, but once he did, the work was impeccable and we have not had an issue since. Most recently, he has helped us with masonry
Simon Leverett
Simon Leverett
Jan 14, 2019
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I have used WickRight products and they work incredibly well. Great company!
Jan Prinz
Jan Prinz
Nov 19, 2017
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Our condominium has been working with WickRight to resolve a water intrusion issue of unknown origin. After months and months of trying to find the source, we met WickRight at an exposition. Their help and the team of experts they coordinated finally found our problem. It is difficult to coordinate multiple vendors at certain times of the year because the seasons dictate when trades people are busy. Since we have found the source of our issues and can now resolve our problem, it was worth the time and effort that went into having WickRight coordinate this project. I highly recommend them. The vendors