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Asphalt roof replacement is priced by the square, meaning 100 square feet of roof surface, and a typical single family home measures 20 to 30 squares once slope and overhangs are counted. Four things move the number: how many squares you actually have, how many old layers come off, the pitch, and the condition of the deck underneath. The International Residential Code, section R908.3, does not allow a new covering to go over a roof that already carries two layers, so a second tear off becomes mandatory rather than optional. Code section R905.2.2 sets 2:12 as the minimum slope for asphalt shingles and requires doubled underlayment below 4:12, which adds material on low slope sections. Rotted decking is replaced by the sheet, 4 feet by 8 feet, and is usually found only after tear off, so ask whether a quote holds a unit price for it. Freedom Exteriors installs with its own crews and measures the roof before quoting.

Late spring through early fall, roughly May through September, is the best window to replace a roof in Minnesota. Asphalt shingles seal by softening in warmth, and GAF installation instructions direct installers to hand seal shingles when the temperature is below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Minnesota daytime highs sit above that mark reliably from about May into October, so shingles bond on their own and the roof is weathertight before the first freeze. October and early November installations are routine as well, provided the crew hand seals. Deep winter work is possible but slower, because shingles turn brittle below freezing and ice has to be cleared before tear off. The practical tradeoff is scheduling: June through September is peak demand, especially after a hail event, so lead times stretch. Booking in March or April, or in late fall, usually gets a faster start date. Freedom Exteriors installs with its own crews, so the schedule is set in house rather than handed to a subcontractor.

Call Freedom Exteriors at 651 283 1689 or request an estimate through the Freedom Exteriors website, and the company will schedule a no cost roof inspection and written estimate. Expect the on site visit to take 45 to 60 minutes for a typical single family home: the inspector measures each roof plane, counts penetrations such as vents and pipe boots, checks flashing at walls and chimneys, looks at decking condition from the attic where access allows, and confirms how many shingle layers are already in place. That layer count matters, because the International Residential Code prohibits recovering a roof that already carries two applications of roof covering, which forces a full tear off and changes the price. Ask for the estimate in writing with line items for tear off, underlayment, shingles, flashing, ventilation and disposal, plus the manufacturer warranty being offered. Freedom Exteriors performs the work with its own crews, so the person measuring your roof is accountable for installing it.

Roof replacement is quoted per roofing square, and one square equals 100 square feet of actual roof surface rather than 100 square feet of house footprint. That distinction moves the number more than any other single factor: a 2,000 square foot footprint under a 6:12 pitch carries about 2,236 square feet of roof surface, because the pitch multiplier at 6:12 is 1.118. Steeper pitches add surface area and slow the crew, so the per square foot figure rises on both counts. The International Residential Code, Section R905.2.2, permits asphalt shingles only on slopes of 2:12 and greater, and requires double underlayment from 2:12 up to 4:12, which adds material on low slopes. Tear off layers, decking replacement, the number of penetrations, and flashing at walls and chimneys also change the total. Freedom Exteriors measures the roof plane, counts layers, and prices the work its own crews will perform, so the per square foot figure reflects the actual roof rather than a regional average.

Roof replacement is priced by the square, which is 100 square feet of finished roof surface, so a 2,000 square foot roof area is 20 squares before waste. Freedom Exteriors builds a per square number from five inputs: tear off and disposal of each existing layer, deck repair found after tear off, underlayment, the shingle line you select, and the flashing, vents and ridge the roof needs. Waste adds 10 to 15 percent on roofs with multiple hips and valleys, so the squares you pay for exceed the flat measurement. Pitch changes the number twice: the International Residential Code, section R905.2.2, allows asphalt shingles only at 2:12 and steeper and requires double underlayment from 2:12 up to 4:12, and anything above roughly 6:12 needs staging that slows the crew. Freedom Exteriors installs with its own crews, so the per square figure on the estimate covers labor the company controls rather than a subcontractor markup.

Schedule the inspection once the roof is clear of snow and daytime highs hold above 40 degrees, which in the Twin Cities usually falls between late March and early May. Winter loading damages a roof in specific places, so a spring inspection should check those first: lifted or cracked shingles at the eaves where ice dams form, nail pops and blistered decking, separated seams at valleys, bent or pulled gutters and fascia, flashing at chimneys and vents, and water staining on attic sheathing. The International Residential Code requires an ice barrier membrane running from the eave edge to at least 24 inches inside the exterior wall line in regions with a history of ice dams, so eave leaks often point to a missing or failed barrier rather than the shingles. Plan on 45 to 90 minutes for a thorough look including the attic. Freedom Exteriors sends its own crews, and photographs each problem area so you can see what was found.

Roof replacement is priced by the square, meaning 100 square feet of roof surface, and most single family homes measure between 20 and 35 squares, so the size of the roof sets the base of any estimate. Pitch, the number of existing shingle layers, and the condition of the wood decking move the number from there. Layers matter because the International Residential Code permits no more than two roof coverings on a structure, so a house already carrying two must be stripped to the deck rather than covered again. The code also requires an ice barrier in areas with a history of ice at the eaves, running from the lowest edge to a point at least 24 inches inside the exterior wall line, which adds material along every eave. Freedom Exteriors measures the roof, counts the existing layers, and lists decking replacement as a separate line so the price reflects what is actually on the house. Most tear off and replacement jobs take one to three days with Freedom Exteriors crews on site.

Most Minnesota roof replacements using architectural asphalt shingles cost $8,000 to $18,000 according to Freedom Exteriors' published price table, and what sits under the old shingles often decides where a job lands in that range. Section R905.1.2 of the International Residential Code requires an ice barrier running from the eave edge to at least 24 inches inside the exterior wall line, so a home with wide overhangs needs more than one course of membrane along every eave. Rotted or soft decking is replaced by the sheet, and each standard 4 by 8 sheet covers 32 square feet, so get the per sheet price in writing before tear off begins. Shingles that earn a Class 4 rating under the UL 2218 impact test cost more than standard architectural lines but hold up better in hail. Minnesota requires residential roofing contractors to be licensed by the Department of Labor and Industry, and you can look up any license on the department's website before signing a contract.

A veteran owned roofer in the Twin Cities east metro should quote an architectural asphalt shingle replacement at $8,000 to $18,000, according to the published price table on this page, with premium shingles at $14,000 to $26,000 and standing seam metal at $20,000 to $45,000. You can verify veteran ownership: since January 1, 2023, the Small Business Administration's VetCert program has certified veteran owned small businesses, and Minnesota requires residential roofers to hold a license you can look up through the Department of Labor and Industry. Price moves with roof size, pitch, material and the number of existing layers. The International Residential Code allows no more than two layers of asphalt shingles, so a roof that already has two needs a full tear off. The code also requires ice barrier extending at least 24 inches inside the exterior wall line where ice dams are common, which adds material on low eaves. Flat or low slope membrane roofs run $9,000 to $20,000. Freedom Exteriors inspects and replaces roofs with its own crews and offers free estimates and financing.

Book a spring roof inspection within about 2 to 4 weeks after the last snow melts, before heavy spring storms test any weakened spots. Snow load matters most on low slope sections and on decking that already sags, so ask the inspector to check for dips, popped nails, and cracked or lifted flashing. Look at the eaves for ice dam water too. The International Residential Code calls for an ice barrier that extends from the eave to at least 24 inches inside the exterior wall line, so stains or wet insulation near the exterior walls suggest water got past it. A roof rake used from the ground can clear snow near the eaves, but never climb a wet or snowy roof. If the inspection finds widespread failure, Freedom Exteriors' published price table lists flat or low slope membrane at $9,000 to $20,000 and standing seam metal at $20,000 to $45,000, and a typical tear off and install takes 1 to 3 days. Whether insurance covers any of it depends on your policy, so take dated photos of damage.

Ice barrier, drip edge, attic ventilation and replacement decking are the code items that most often push a typical roof replacement cost above the base shingle price, and the International Residential Code requires ice barrier from the eave edge to at least 24 inches inside the exterior wall line wherever ice dams are a known risk, which includes Minnesota. The code also requires drip edge at eaves and rakes, lapped 2 inches at joints and extending 1/4 inch below the sheathing. Attic ventilation must equal 1 square foot of net free area per 150 square feet of attic floor, or 1 per 300 with the code's upper and lower vent split, so an underventilated attic adds vents to the job. Decking cannot be priced until tear off, and each rotted 4 by 8 foot sheet is replaced before underlayment goes down. Steep pitch, valleys and dormers add labor through extra step flashing and slower work. Local permits and hard to reach rooflines can also affect the final figure, and Freedom Exteriors checks each item during its free estimate.

September through mid October is the best window to replace a roof in Minnesota, with May and June next, because asphalt shingle sealant strips need sun and daytime temperatures of roughly 40 degrees Fahrenheit or higher to bond, according to typical manufacturer specifications. Summer is peak demand, so booking waits run longer. Spring works once frost leaves the deck and winter damage is visible. Winter installs are possible, but cold shingles may need hand sealing and extra care in wind, and work should wait for dry days. A typical residential tear off and install takes 1 to 3 days, so watch the forecast. Under the International Residential Code, where ice forms along eaves, an ice barrier must extend at least 24 inches inside the exterior wall line, in any season. Plan a replacement when a roof nears 20 years old. According to Freedom Exteriors' published price table, architectural asphalt shingle roofs run $8,000 to $18,000 and standing seam metal runs $20,000 to $45,000, and roof size, pitch, extra layers, and decking condition move the price more than the month does. A free estimate sets the schedule.

Reputable ones do, and Minnesota Statutes chapter 327A requires a 1 year warranty against faulty workmanship on home improvements, but any longer written promise is only as reliable as the company behind it. Workmanship coverage pays for installation errors such as leaks at flashing, unsealed penetrations, or a missing ice barrier; the manufacturer warranty covers defective materials, not labor. Under the same statute, homeowners must give written notice within six months of discovering a defect, so report problems in writing with dated photos. Repairs by another contractor or new rooftop mounts commonly void coverage. Installation quality matters here because freeze and thaw cycles drive ice dams, which is why the International Residential Code requires ice barrier reaching at least 24 inches inside the exterior wall line. Get the term, covered failures, and transfer rules for a home sale in writing, and verify the license with the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. A redo is costly: an architectural asphalt roof runs $8,000 to $18,000 per Freedom Exteriors' published price table for work by its own crews.