Minnetonka's #1 Rated Roofing Contractor — Free Estimates
Lakewoods Remodeling is a licensed and insured Minnetonka roofing contractor and Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, handling roof replacement, roof repair, and hail-damage claims across Hennepin County. With 20+ years on Twin Cities homes, we walk the roof first and tell you straight whether a repair will hold or a full replacement in Minnetonka, MN is the smarter call: a wind-lifted slope near Glen Lake is often a repair, while a Lake Minnetonka lakefront estate losing granules usually needs replacement.
The Lake Minnetonka shoreline changes how a roof has to be built. Open water from Gray's Bay to Wayzata Bay gives storms a long, unbroken run before they reach a home, so shoreline roofs take stronger, more sustained wind-uplift than an inland Minnetonka street a mile away. On the estates and walkout two-stories along the water we install architectural asphalt shingles rated for 130 mph winds and use a six-nail pattern with upgraded starter and hip-and-ridge, because a partial blow-off on an exposed lakefront roof rarely stays partial. The complex rooflines these homes carry, dormers, multiple valleys, chimney crickets, and skylights, mean the flashing is where most lakefront leaks actually start, not the field of shingles.
Minnetonka's freeze-thaw cycle runs October through April, and the humidity coming off Lake Minnetonka makes the shoreline microclimate its own problem. Damp lake air feeds heavier ice loading on north-facing slopes and low-pitch porch roofs, so ice dams form here even in winters that stay mild inland. We build the ice-and-water shield coverage, ventilation ratio, and drip-edge detail around that shoreline exposure rather than a generic metro spec, which is what keeps meltwater from backing up under the shingles and into the decking. Mid-century ramblers in the Williston and Glen Lake areas often need the attic ventilation corrected during the re-roof, since the original build predates today's code.
We handle the City of Minnetonka and Hennepin County building permit and the required inspection end-to-end, so you are not chasing paperwork or coordinating with inspectors yourself. If a contractor suggests skipping the permit, walk away, because it creates real liability at resale and can void your warranty. Many Minnetonka homeowners re-side at the same time as the roof, and we install engineered-wood LP SmartSide and steel siding that both hold up to the freeze-thaw climate far better than standard vinyl on lakefront exposures.
After a summer hail event in the Twin Cities hail corridor we also manage the full insurance claim, working directly with your adjuster and documenting RCV versus ACV coverage. Every replacement carries our written workmanship warranty, with material coverage up to a 50-year limited warranty and a 25-year workmanship guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you replace roofs on Lake Minnetonka lakefront homes?
Yes, and lakefront work is where our experience shows. Homes along the Lake Minnetonka shoreline, from Gray's Bay to Tonka Bay, take stronger sustained wind-uplift because open water gives storms a long run before they hit the roof. We install architectural asphalt shingles rated for 130 mph winds with an upgraded six-nail pattern, reinforced starter, and sealed hip-and-ridge. Just as important, we detail the complex flashing on these homes correctly, the dormers, valleys, chimney crickets, and skylights, since that is where most lakefront leaks actually begin rather than in the open field of shingles.
Who pulls the permit for a roof replacement in Minnetonka?
We do. Lakewoods handles the City of Minnetonka building permit application and schedules the required inspection with Hennepin County end-to-end, so you are not managing paperwork or coordinating with inspectors yourself. Permit and inspection scheduling is built into the timeline we give you before work starts. If a contractor offers to skip the permit to save time, don't accept it, because an unpermitted roof creates liability at resale and can void the manufacturer warranty.
Why do Minnetonka homes near the lake get ice dams?
Humidity coming off Lake Minnetonka makes the shoreline microclimate wetter than inland streets, which feeds heavier ice loading on north-facing slopes and low-pitch porch roofs. Combined with the freeze-thaw cycle that runs October through April, that produces ice dams even in winters that stay mild a mile inland. We correct the root causes during every replacement by building the right ice-and-water shield coverage, attic ventilation ratio, and drip-edge detail for the shoreline exposure, not a generic metro spec. Mid-century ramblers in the Williston and Glen Lake areas often need the attic ventilation corrected because the original build predates today's code.
Do you install siding in Minnetonka, MN?
Yes. We install engineered-wood LP SmartSide and steel siding, both of which handle Minnetonka's freeze-thaw climate and the moisture of a lakefront exposure far better than standard vinyl. As an LP Master BuildSmart Remodeler we install LP SmartSide to code with the LP 5/50 limited warranty, five years labor and 50 years material. Engineered wood resists the climate extremes and impact that lakefront and open-lot homes see, and it takes paint cleanly for owners who want to match a specific look. If you are already replacing the roof, bundling the siding often saves on mobilization and scaffolding since the crew is already set up on the home.
Do you handle residential roofing throughout Minnetonka?
Yes, we are a residential roofing contractor and every Minnetonka project we take is a home, not a commercial building. We serve every part of the city, from the lakefront estates along the Lake Minnetonka shoreline to the mid-century ramblers in Williston and the newer construction near Glen Lake. Our crews know the common roof geometries in each area, the ventilation ratios these homes need, and the Hennepin County code the inspector checks. That local familiarity is why we can quote accurately from a first walk rather than guessing at the scope.
What makes Lakewoods the roofing company Minnetonka homeowners choose?
We are a licensed and insured Minnesota roofing contractor and an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor with 20+ years of experience, led by owner Scott Rise. We walk the roof and give you line-item numbers before any commitment, so you get the real picture instead of a pressured upsell. We handle the City of Minnetonka permit and inspection, back the work with up to a 50-year limited material warranty and a 25-year workmanship guarantee, and manage the full insurance claim after a hail event. We are also a multi-year Angie's List Super Service Award winner and BBB accredited.
How much does a new roof cost in Minnetonka, MN?
Most Minnetonka roof replacements range from $8,500 to $20,000+ depending on the size, pitch, and material selection. Lakefront estates along the Lake Minnetonka shoreline tend to sit at the higher end because of larger roof areas, steeper pitches, and the complex flashing their rooflines require. We provide free, no-obligation estimates with transparent line-item pricing, plus $99/month and $0-down financing options through Synchrony Bank so you can upgrade to premium architectural shingles without a lump-sum payment.