Minnesota Siding, Roofing, & Windows

CHOOSING YOUR ROOFING PRODUCT WISELY

Roofing is generally straight forward in regards to product selection. Granted, there are a number of options available, but for the most part people seem to choose the new stand-by: The architectural asphalt shingle. Here are some tips on roofing:

1- PERFORMANCE VS. APPEARANCE. Recently, Consumer Reports rated shingles and to everyone's surprise a relatively inexpensive three-tab (rectangular-shaped) shingle performed 2nd overall! The Certainteed XT25 out-performed nearly all of its overpriced competition. The old stand-by of shingles, the three-tab shingle is becoming a distant memory with the advent of the architectural shingle that simulates the look of wood shakes. The appearance is modern and slick. It can instantly transform your older home into a newer, updated, and refreshing look. So, do you go with the old solid stand-by or the newer fresher look. This is not to say that the architectural shingles perform poorly, but rather the XT25 three-tab shingle performs outstanding, even when being outweighed by 30 lbs or so per square (10 foot x 10 foot section) by most architecturals.

2- NEW CHANGES. A few years ago, shingle manufacturers began adding copper in the granules, thus reducing or eliminating the streaking that often occurs on the North side of a roof. Other changes that occur in the shingling industry are simple on paper. Back in 2002 or 2003 Elk decided to grant a 30 year warranty on what was previously a 25 year shingle. Very soon thereafter most of the other shingle manufacturers followed suit.

3- DO I REALLY NEED A 40 YEAR SHINGLE OR MORE? Not necessarily. Will they outperform a 30 year? Yes. Will they look good at 28 years? Hmmm... something to think about. Are they worth the extra money? Well, a typical 40 year may not add that much to the price, depending on the brand, but anything above that and the cost-benefits come into question. A noticeable difference as you increase in shingle life is the shadow lines. A 40 year shingle will have more well-defined shadow lines than a 30 year (architectural).

4- HOW MUCH WEIGHT SHOULD I GIVE TO INSTALLATION? At least 90%! If shingles are incorrectly installed, not only do you run the risk of water infiltration (the roof's arch-enemy), but warranty nullification. Nothing is more disheartening than finding out that your warranty is null and void simply because the installers nailed the shingles improperly (not enough, or the wrong location...). Beware during this storm recovery period of out-of-state contractors and crews. As I said on the siding page, I am the first to admit that I enjoy a good hail storm with the rest of contractors, but understand that when a storm hits, the country knows about it. There are contractors and crews from all over the U.S. flocking in to get their piece of the Minnesota insurance pie. Fortunately, we happen to live in a state that guards the homeowner by requiring stringent licensing guidelines. In other words, it is NOT easy to get a Minnesota general contractor's license. So do your homework and ask for a copy of a contractor's Minnesota license as well as insurance. One more thing; almost anyone can apply for a single-trade license and get one (in Minnesota). If you were to choose a contractor with a single-trade license (just roofing or just siding), know that this person did NOT take the Minnesota general contractor's licensing exam.

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“Thank you for a great job – very well done!

Thanks again for a fantastic job installing our roof! We were amazed at how quickly and skillfully the work was accomplished, even during difficult weather. Choosing a shingle style and color that maintain the character of our 80 year old house was important to us...

we couldn’t be more pleased with the results.”

Sincerely,

Jim & Kristin C.

Minneapolis, MN

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"Jason,

Thank you so very much for all that you have done. This has been such a huge blessing. I sincerely appreciate you."

Kaye

Lake Elmo, MN

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"Jason,

Thanks for the beautiful shingles - We loved our home... now we really love our home."

Ramona

Cottage Grove, MN

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"All went well; it looks great! Pleasure to work with a brother in Christ! And hope to meet up again with you in the future."

Best regards,

Tim Behrens

Minnetonka, MN

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"Thanks for your excellent and prompt service. We really appreciate it."

Angie Underthun

Rogers, MN

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"Gentlemen,

In follow-up to the recent roof removal and replacement on my home please accept my appreciation for a job 'Well Done.' In summary, the project was started and completed as promised and the final results are excellent. The new roof looks great and I have the additional assurance that if any problems should arise to just give you a call. I also appreciated the fact that your crew maintained a very clean work site and my involvement was limited to keeping out of the way. No phone calls, no worries.

Again, please accept and extend my appreciation to your crew for an 'excellent job.'"

Sincerely,

David G. Holmes

Cottage Grove, MN

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