In 2007, Jim Richards and his wife Becky founded APEK Incorporated with one goal in mind: bringing affordable, quality roofing and siding to the neighborhood. With 25 years’ prior experience in the industry, the family-run business took off in New Lenox and grew into a team of salesmen, secretaries, repairmen and construction crews that service the Chicagoland area every day. Each year, the business grows, but one thing never changes — our commitment to quality service. Jim Richards, President After working in the roofing and siding industry for 25 years, Jim decided to start his own family-run roofing and siding business in New Lenox. Not only has his business soared, but he’s been able to provide jobs for those in his community.