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Roofing guides

Honest answers to the questions Twin Cities homeowners actually ask us. No sales fluff.

Insurance & storm

The roof insurance claim process, explained step by step

From the first inspection to the final depreciation check: exactly how a Minnesota roof insurance claim works, who does what, and where homeowners get tripped up.

June 25, 2026 7 min read

Insurance & storm

Does homeowners insurance cover roof replacement?

When insurance pays for a new roof, when it doesn't, and how policy type, roof age, and the cause of damage determine how much money you actually see.

June 22, 2026 6 min read

Hiring a roofer

How to choose a roofing contractor in the Twin Cities (without getting burned)

A practical guide for Minneapolis and St. Paul homeowners: how to verify licensing, navigate insurance claims, and spot the storm-chaser red flags.

June 20, 2026 7 min read

Insurance & storm

The most common reasons Minnesota roof claims get denied

Why insurance companies deny roof claims in the Twin Cities — from missed deadlines and wear-and-tear exclusions to cosmetic damage clauses — and how to avoid each one.

June 18, 2026 6 min read

Insurance & storm

Roof hail damage in Minnesota: what insurance actually covers

How hail claims work in the Twin Cities, what your adjuster looks for, and the deadlines that quietly cost homeowners thousands.

June 10, 2026 6 min read

Roof basics

How long does an asphalt roof actually last in Minnesota?

Manufacturer warranties say 25–50 years. Twin Cities winters, summer hail, and ice dams say something different. Here's the honest answer.

June 1, 2026 5 min read

Roof basics

Roof repair vs. replacement: when each one actually makes sense

A leak doesn't always mean you need a new roof — and sometimes a 'small repair' is throwing money at a roof that's already done.

May 20, 2026 4 min read