Roof Replacement
A residential roof replacement in Minnesota runs $9,000–$22,000. Most jobs take 1–2 days: full tear-off, deck inspection, new system, clean site.
At a glance
- Typical cost
- $9,000–$22,000
- Typical timeline
- 1–2 days for most homes
- Warranty
- Manufacturer + workmanship warranty — full details at signing
- Service area
- Available across 14 lakes-area communities
Replacement
What's involved
A full roof replacement starts with tear-off — stripping all existing shingles, underlayment, and in some cases multiple layers down to the bare deck. We inspect the deck boards as we go and replace any that are soft, delaminated, or otherwise compromised before laying new material.
After deck repair, we install ice and water shield at the eaves and in the valleys — the zones most vulnerable to ice dam backup in a Minnesota winter. New synthetic underlayment goes over the full deck, followed by new drip edge and then the shingle system. All old materials are hauled away and we run a magnetic nail sweep before we leave.
Most residential replacements complete in one to two days. A written warranty covers our workmanship; the shingle manufacturer provides their own warranty on the materials. We walk through both documents with you before you sign.
Material options
Choosing the right material
The most common replacement material for lake homes here is GAF Timberline HDZ architectural shingles — strong wind and hail ratings, a Lifetime Limited Warranty, and an installed cost of $4.50–$6.50 per square foot. For a cabin roof that sheds snow instead of holding it, standing seam metal runs 40 to 70 years and is worth pricing as a real option, not just a specialty add-on. Natural slate and cedar shake are also available where the structure and budget support them. Compare shingle lines.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does a full roof replacement include?
A complete replacement includes tear-off of the existing shingles and underlayment, inspection and repair of the deck boards, installation of new ice and water shield at the eaves and valleys, new felt or synthetic underlayment, new drip edge, and the new shingle system. We dispose of all old materials and do a magnetic sweep for nails.
How many layers of shingles can a Minnesota home have before replacement is required?
Minnesota building code allows a maximum of two shingle layers on a residential roof. If your home already has two layers, tear-off to bare deck is required before a new roof can be installed. This adds $1,000–$2,500 to the typical job cost depending on roof size.
More services
Other services we offer
Service area
Available across the lakes
We bring replacement to every lake home and cabin community we serve — the same licensed crew and written estimate process in every town.
Get a written estimate for replacement
We inspect, assess, and give you a line-item written estimate before any work starts. No surprise charges, no pressure to sign on the day of inspection.