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Flat Roofing in Minneapolis, MN
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Call (888) 349-0842Flat Roofing for Minneapolis homes and buildings
Flat roofing companies specialize in low-slope roofs, which need different materials and skills than steep shingle roofs. One call to Roofing Captain connects you with a local roofer who works on flat roofs for homes, garages, additions, and commercial buildings.
Minneapolis roofs carry a lot of snow, with a normal season bringing about 54 inches and big winters going well past that, as in 2022-23 when the metro topped 70 inches by early March. When attic heat warms the roof deck, snow melts, runs down to the cold overhangs and refreezes into ice dams that can push water into the house. Summer thunderstorms bring hail, and an August 2023 storm damaged rooftops from Plymouth to St. Paul, including Minneapolis.
Roofs in Minneapolis have to stand up to heavy snow loads, ice dams along eaves, leaks and mold from trapped meltwater and hail damage from summer storms. Mention what happened to your roof when you call, so you are connected with a roofer who handles that kind of project.
Flat Roofing services in Minneapolis
Flat Roofing in Minneapolis
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Do Minneapolis roof repairs need a permit?
Minneapolis requires a building permit for all re-roofing work on one- and two-family homes, apart from small repairs using less than one bundle of shingles. A final inspection is required, and repairs to rafters or trusses need a separate permit and framing inspection.
- An ice barrier is required on Minnesota homes, running parallel to the eave and reaching at least 24 inches inside the exterior wall line.
- A new shingle layer may go over only one existing layer, and only if the old roof is not water-soaked or deteriorated and the manufacturer allows it.
- Overlays are not allowed on top of existing wood shakes, slate, clay, cement or asbestos-cement tile.
Check with the City of Minneapolis Construction Code Services (Community Planning & Economic Development) if you are unsure.
What Flat Roofing Contractors Work On
Flat roofs are not perfectly level. They have a slight slope that moves water toward drains, scuppers, or gutters. Flat roofers handle:
- Leak repair and low slope roof repair
- Full replacement and new flat roof installation
- Flat garage, porch, and addition roofs on homes
- Commercial flat roofs on stores, offices, and warehouses
- Drainage fixes such as tapered insulation and new drains
- Inspections and routine maintenance
Read the full guide to flat roofing
Where in Minneapolis
Roofers we connect you with serve neighborhoods across Minneapolis, including:
- Diamond Lake
- Folwell
- Jordan
- Lyndale
- Lynnhurst
- McKinley
- Midtown Phillips
- Morris Park
- Powderhorn Park
- Seward
- Webber-Camden
- Willard-Hay
How it works
Call the number on this page
Tell us what is happening with your roof: a leak, storm damage, an old roof or a new project.
Get connected to a local roofer
Your call goes to a roofing company that serves your area in Minneapolis.
Inspection and written estimate
The roofer checks the roof and explains the options. Ask for the estimate in writing, plus proof of license and insurance.
The work and cleanup
Once you choose, the repair or new roof gets done. Walk the finished roof with the roofer before you sign off.
Flat Roofing in Minneapolis: questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Minneapolis?
Minneapolis requires a building permit for all re-roofing work on one- and two-family homes, apart from small repairs using less than one bundle of shingles. A final inspection is required, and repairs to rafters or trusses need a separate permit and framing inspection. Questions go to the City of Minneapolis Construction Code Services (Community Planning & Economic Development). Most roofing contractors in Minneapolis pull the permit for you; confirm this in your written estimate.
What causes the most roof damage in Minneapolis?
Minneapolis roofs carry a lot of snow, with a normal season bringing about 54 inches and big winters going well past that, as in 2022-23 when the metro topped 70 inches by early March. When attic heat warms the roof deck, snow melts, runs down to the cold overhangs and refreezes into ice dams that can push water into the house. Summer thunderstorms bring hail, and an August 2023 storm damaged rooftops from Plymouth to St. Paul, including Minneapolis. Common problems local roofers see include heavy snow loads, ice dams along eaves, leaks and mold from trapped meltwater and hail damage from summer storms.
Which parts of Minneapolis can I get a roofer in?
Calls are connected with roofing companies that serve Minneapolis, including Diamond Lake, Folwell, Jordan, Lyndale, Lynnhurst and McKinley, and nearby areas such as Saint Paul, Golden Valley and St. Louis Park.
Are flat roofs only for commercial buildings?
No. Many homes have flat or low-slope sections, such as garages, porches, sunrooms, and modern designs. Flat roofers work on both residential and commercial roofs.
What is the best material for a flat roof?
It depends on the building, climate, and budget. Modified bitumen is common on homes, while TPO, EPDM, and PVC are widely used on larger roofs. A flat roofer can explain which material suits your situation.