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Straight answers about Minnetonka roofs.

Hail claims, ice dams, shingle choices, gutter care, and what a replacement really costs, written for homeowners in Minnetonka, Wayzata, Excelsior, and the west metro.

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Storm damaged asphalt shingle roof on a Minnesota home with torn shingles, hail on the surface and a blue tarp secured near the ridge

Storm & Insurance 8 min read

What to Do After a Storm Damages Your Roof in Minnesota (Insurance Claim Checklist)

The storm passed and your roof took a hit. Here's the order I'd handle things in, from tarping and photos to the adjuster visit and picking a contractor.

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Snow covered metal roof on a lakefront style home near Lake Minnetonka with icicles along the eave

Materials 7 min read

Cedar Shake vs. Metal Roofing for Minnesota Lakefront Homes

Two of the most popular upgrades on lakefront homes around Minnetonka, side by side, so you can figure out which one actually fits your house.

Aerial view of a asphalt shingle roof on a home near Lake Minnetonka surrounded by trees

Homeowner Guides 7 min read

How Long Does a Roof Last on Lake Minnetonka?

Asphalt, cedar shake, and metal all age differently once wind off the lake and Minnesota freeze thaw cycles get involved. Here's what to actually expect.

Roofing crew installing asphalt shingles on a Minnesota home in fall, golden maple trees and a lake in the background

Homeowner Guides 5 min read

Why Fall Is the Best Time to Replace Your Roof in Minnesota

Before the snow flies, here's why fall is the smartest season to schedule a roof replacement in Minnetonka and the west metro.

Ground-level view of curling asphalt shingles and a full gutter along the roofline of a Minnesota home in autumn

Repair & Maintenance 6 min read

Fall Roof Inspection Checklist: What to Check Before Minnesota's First Freeze

A quick, practical checklist to inspect your roof before the first hard freeze hits Minnetonka and the west metro.

Calculator, pen and notebook on a kitchen table looking out at a shingled Minnetonka area home

Cost & Budgeting 7 min read

How to Finance a New Roof: Options for Minnetonka & West Metro Homeowners

Most homeowners aren't paying for a roof out of a checking account. Here's a plain look at the ways to spread out the cost.

Water stain on a living room ceiling with a bucket catching a drip in a Minnetonka area home

Repair & Maintenance 6 min read

What to Do About a Roof Leak: Emergency Steps for Minnetonka Homeowners

A leak almost never shows up where the water got in. Here is what to do in the first hour, and what can wait until a roofer gets there.

Autumn leaves packed into a gutter along the shingle edge of a Minnetonka area home before winter

Winter 7 min read

How to Get Your Roof Ready for a Minnesota Winter

Most of the roof damage we fix in January started in October. Here is what to check around your house this fall, and what actually needs a roofer.

Curled, worn asphalt shingles on a Minnesota home roof in autumn

Homeowner Guides 6 min read

How to Know When It's Time to Replace Your Roof

Curling shingles, granules in the gutters, a stain on the ceiling — here's how to read the signs before a small problem turns into a wet living room.

Asphalt shingle, metal panel, and synthetic shake roofing samples side by side

Materials 7 min read

Asphalt vs Metal vs Synthetic Shingles: What's Best for Minnesota Weather

Minnesota asks a lot of a roof: hail in July, ice in January, and 100 degrees of swing in between. Here's how the three main material families actually perform.

Hailstones scattered across a dark asphalt shingle roof after a storm

Storm & Insurance 7 min read

What to Do After a Hail Storm: A Homeowner's Guide to Roof Damage & Insurance Claims

The hours after a hailstorm matter. Here's how to document damage properly, work with your adjuster, and avoid the trucks that show up uninvited.

White TPO membrane commercial flat roof with rooftop HVAC units

Commercial 7 min read

Commercial Roofing 101: EPDM vs TPO for Minnesota Businesses

Both membranes work in Minnesota. The difference shows up in energy bills, seam strength, repairability, and how your building is actually used.

Gloved hands pulling wet autumn leaves from a seamless aluminum gutter

Gutters 6 min read

Gutter Maintenance Tips for Lake Minnetonka Area Homes

Mature trees, lake wind, and forty freeze-thaw cycles a year make gutters a real maintenance item around the lake. Here's the seasonal rhythm that works.

Roofing crew tearing off old shingles on a suburban Minnesota home with a dumpster in the driveway

Costs 7 min read

How Much Does a Roof Replacement Cost in Minnetonka, MN in 2026?

Nobody can price your roof from a web page. But you can absolutely understand what drives the number — and spot a bid that's missing something.

Thick icicles and an ice dam along the snowy eave and gutter of a Minnesota home

Winter 7 min read

Ice Dams in Minnetonka: Causes, Prevention, and When to Call a Roofer

Ice dams aren't a weather problem — they're a heat problem. Understanding that is the difference between chipping ice every February and actually fixing it.

Roofing contractor reviewing an estimate with homeowners on a suburban front porch

Hiring 7 min read

Choosing a Roofing Contractor in the West Metro: Questions to Ask Before You Sign

A roof is one of the largest purchases a homeowner makes, and the bid tells you far less than the conversation does. Here's what to ask.