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service cta, blue siding house, asphalt shingles taken during a roof inspection, prompting the question "How long does a roof inspection take?"

How long does a roof inspection take? Most residential roof inspections take 45 minutes to a couple of hours, depending on the size of the roof, its complexity, and the reason for the visit. When you hire a roofing company in Blaine, MN, a straightforward single-story home might be finished in under an hour, while […]

Roof replacement in progress, prompting the question "does insurance cover roof replacement costs?"

Does insurance cover roof replacement costs? In many cases, yes, but only when the damage came from a covered event like hail, wind, or a storm, not from age or years of normal wear. At Avalanche Home Services, we help White Bear Lake homeowners figure out where their roof falls with a free inspection and […]

A roof being replaced, prompting the question "how do i know if i need a new roof?"

“How do I know if I need a new roof?” is one of the first questions homeowners ask us after a hailstorm rolls through White Bear Lake, or when they notice a shingle missing after a windy night off the lake. The honest answer depends on your roof’s age, the materials it’s made from, and […]

A roof repair in progress, prompting the question "Can a roof be repaired instead of replaced?"

Can a roof be repaired instead of replaced? In most cases, yes, and the answer usually comes down to age, the extent of the damage, and how much life is left in the materials already on your home – sometimes that means addressing just one section instead of the whole roof. At Avalanche Home Services, […]

A roof replacement in progress, prompting the question "Can you replace part of a roof?"

Can you replace part of a roof, or does one damaged section mean starting over completely? In a lot of cases, yes, you can replace part of a roof, but whether that’s the right call depends on the roof’s age, how the shingles are laid out, and whether a partial job will actually match and […]

A roof being replaced due to storm damage, prompting the question "How to tell if your roof has storm damage"

After a severe thunderstorm rolls through, most homeowners check their yard, their windows, and maybe their car before they ever think to look up. But your roof takes the brunt of high winds, hail, and heavy rainfall, and knowing how to tell if your roof has storm damage is the first step toward protecting your […]

A roof replacement in progress as seen in a blog covering the best practices for re-roofing a house

Best practices for re-roofing a house involve much more than replacing old shingles. In the Twin Cities, homeowners need to focus on ventilation, moisture protection, durable materials, and proper installation methods that can withstand Minnesota’s snow, ice, hail, humidity, and rapid temperature changes. A well-planned residential roof replacement helps prevent leaks, reduces long-term repair costs, […]

roofing, shingles on ABC Supply Co trailer being delivered in reference to a blog explaining what is included in roof replacement projects

Knowing what is included in roof replacement projects for homes in Minnesota and the Twin Cities usually includes much more than simply installing new shingles. A complete roof replacement often involves removing old roofing materials, inspecting and repairing roof decking, installing waterproof underlayment, replacing flashing and ventilation components, and thoroughly cleaning the property afterward. In […]

A roof replacement in progress, prompting the question "how much does it cost to replace roof​s?"

If you are a homeowner in Minnesota, you may be wondering, “How much does it cost to replace roofs in the Twin Cities?” In Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding Minnesota suburbs, most homeowners can expect roof replacement costs to vary based on the size of the home, roofing material, labor requirements, storm damage, and the […]