Re-roofing – Tear off and Recovers

There are two options available for re-roofing installations.  One would be to tear off the old roof before applying the new one (tear off).  The second would be to lay new shingles over the existing roof (lay over).  While the second choice is the less expensive of the two options, it is not necessarily always the best choice. Read the rest of this post »

Hiring A Roofing Contractor

Roofing contractors provide service to the outside of your house and come prepared to experience any outside elements. Generally, contractors that are working on the outside of your house, stay on the outside of your house. It is not your responsibility to offer them indoor facilities, unless however, you want to. Bottom line, when certain contractors are working outside, the contractor etiquette is not as clear. Read the rest of this post »

Commercial Roofing Preventative Maintenance

Roof Replacement vs Restoration

When your roof has a leak or any other roofing need, you need a professional roofing company that can identify the problem, make a professional recommendation, and make the most efficient use of your roofing budget. Whether you need a repair, replacement, beautification, or expansion our re-roofing systems come with some of the best warranties in the roofing industry. Read the rest of this post »

Commercial Roofing Preventative Maintenance

A life of a building’s roof depends on several contributing factors including the quality of the materials, the quality of installation, and preventative maintenance to spot problems before they become large ones. Some roofs are designed for a life expectancy of 30-plus years while other roofs have a life expectancy of 10 years or less. Research proves that the number one reason why roofs do not survive their anticipated life cycles is the neglect of maintenance. Read the rest of this post »

Repair, Restoration and Preventive Maintenance

Typically it starts with finding a leak. Then in that process, the underlying problems and challenges of an existing system become apparent to the trained eye.  A tailored maintenance program can help protect the owner’s investment, prevent premature failure of a roofing system, and help plan for its eventual replacement. Read the rest of this post »

Minnesota State Roofing Code Requirements

Continued from Minneapolis/St Paul Roofing Contractor About Roof Underlayments

State code reads: roofing shall be secured and fastened to the supporting roof construction and shall provide weather protection for the building at the roof.  Roofing products shall be installed per the manufacture’s installation instructions or Minnesota state code requirement whichever is more restrictive. (You can find manufactures instructions on the back of shingle products packages or from the material supplier.) Read the rest of this post »

Minnesota Roof Underlayment

This process provides a second layer of protection for your roof. It is so important that state and municipal codes now require it. Proper installation of underlayment by a Minnesota roofing contractor helps your roof meet standards like uplift, puncture, wind-driven rain and fire resistance. Read the rest of this post »

Steel Roofing MN | Metal Roofing Contractor

Metal roofing has increased in popularity significantly over the last several years. Today’s metal roofing systems are built to last. Steel metal roofing has a “metallic coating” made of either zinc or a combination of zinc and aluminum. This metallic coating prevents rust from forming and is bonded to the steel at the factory. Paint is then applied over the metallic coating to provide the long-lasting color homeowners desire. If you’re looking for installation of a new metal roof, it’s particularly important to choose an experienced and reputable metal roofing contractor because metal roof installation requires skills and tools that are different than the more common asphalt shingle roof.

Advantages of Metal Roof Installation

• Residential metal roofing – metal is durable, when installed properly, a metal roof will outlast most other materials in the home.
• Long term warranties – many manufacturers warranty their metal roofing for up to 50 years. That compares favorably to asphalt shingles, which may need to be replaced every 15 to 20 years. If you compare the average annual metal roof prices to shingles, metal is competitive over the long haul because you need to repair and replace it less often.
• Lower energy bills – metal reflects heat from the sun helping your roof and home stay cooler, using less energy
• Green roofing – metal roofs are a “cool roof option”
• Non-combustible and fire resistant - residential metal roofing has a Class A fire rating, which means it receives the designation of “most resistant” to fires.
• Lightweight roof material - metal can withstand extremely high winds and climate changes
• Will not rust or fade in color – steel roofing panels are protected by layers of metallic and polymer coatings. Industry studies have repeatedly shown them to outperform the corrosion resistance of other coated metals.
• No removal of old shingle roofing - installing the metal roof over existing asphalt, fiberglass or composition shingles (maximum of two layers thick). In most situations, a metal roof can be installed directly over the old roof.

Disadvantages of a Residential Metal Roof

• Metal roofing costs - the upfront cost of installing a new metal roof is significantly more expensive than other common roofing products.

What is the installed weight of a steel roof in comparison to other products?

*Note that the weights for cedar, clay and concrete products are all dry weights. All three-product categories weights increase when wet.

Minneapolis Steel Roofing Contractor

Since many Minneapolis roof repairs are a result of human error on the part of the original installer, it’s important to find a roof repair contractor in Minneapolis with experience and expertise in the materials of your particular roof system. Every material is unique and some require specialized knowledge. Metal roof repair requires a different set of knowledge than shingle repair, tile roof repair, or flat roof repair.

Our goal is to make it simple to receive estimates from the most affordable and reliable metal roofing specialists. The best way to get accurate pricing for a metal roof repair, roof replacement, or new metal roof installation, is to find an experienced Minnesota metal roofing contractor in your hometown.

Part 2 of Your Roof’s Ventilation System Could Be Costing You Money

Continued from Your Roof’’s Ventilation System Could Be Costing You Money

Roof vents are used to help maintain a home’s interior temperature and air circulation. For owners of older homes, existing roof vents may be inadequate, like during the hot summer months when attic ventilation is critical because temperatures can reach extremes. For those building new homes, choosing the right roof vent is an important decision. Here’s a quick guide to understanding roof vents. Read the rest of this post »

Your Roof’s Ventilation System Could Be Costing You Money

Attic ventilation is an issue that is often overlooked by homeowners. As hot air rises, your attic can become extremely hot which can make a home very uncomfortable. Plus, this can make it more expensive to heat and cool your house in extreme weather conditions.

Installing proper attic ventilation can provide sizable energy savings. It aids in preventing the development of excessive moisture which can cause problems. Here’s a guide to proper attic ventilation. Read the rest of this post »