What asphalt shingles does Modex install in Minneapolis?
Modern Exterior Systems (Modex) installs three primary asphalt shingle brands: CertainTeed (ShingleMaster certified), Malarkey (Emerald Pro certified), and Atlas (Pro+ certified). All three are top-tier Minnesota-rated products. We lead with the lines our crews are certified on; we'll install GAF on homeowner request, we just don't promote it. Every roof goes on to warranty-eligible spec for the brand you choose.
Reviewed by Joe Dvorak, Owner, Modern Exterior Systems · Updated July 2026
Asphalt shingle types
Asphalt shingles are the standard Twin Cities residential roofing material—fiberglass mat coated with asphalt and embedded with mineral granules. Three subcategories cover almost all residential installs: 3-tab, architectural, and designer/luxury.
The three types
Which type of asphalt shingle should you choose?
Architectural shingles are the right call for nearly every Twin Cities roof — two-layer laminated, 25–30 year lifespan, and only slightly more than 3-tab. 3-tab makes sense on garages, sheds, and budget patch repairs. Designer profiles deliver cedar-shake looks on premium homes at $10–$25 per square foot installed.
Entry tier
3-tab shingles
Single-layer, flat profile, 15–20 year lifespan at $5–$10 per square foot installed. Largely replaced by architectural on homes — we install 3-tab on garages, sheds, and budget patch repairs when homeowners specifically request it.
The standard
Architectural shingles
Two-layer laminated with dimensional shadow lines, 25–30 year lifespan, stronger wind ratings — the standard on Twin Cities homes. CertainTeed Landmark, Malarkey Highlander, and Atlas Pinnacle Pristine are the lines we install most.
Premium option
Designer and luxury shingles
Heavier profile mimicking cedar shake or slate with 30+ year lifespan and $10–$25 per square foot installed. Used on Edina, Wayzata, and lake-corridor custom homes where shake aesthetics matter without cedar maintenance.
Hail protection
Class 4 impact-resistant shingles
Class 4 shingles are rated for 2-inch hail at 90 mph in UL 2218 testing. Minnesota homeowners with Class 4 typically qualify for 10–30% insurance premium discounts. Over a 25-year roof life, the discount alone often pays for the material upgrade.
Tested to 2-inch hail impact
Insurance discounts up to 30%
Available in architectural and designer tiers
Flexible and durable asphalt
SBS-modified (rubberized) asphalt adds flexibility and impact resistance to shingles. Styrene-butadiene-styrene polymer makes shingles more resilient in Minnesota's temperature swings. Malarkey Vista, Highlander, and Legacy use SBS-modified asphalt—the most hail-resistant options in the standard asphalt category, particularly valuable on tree-shaded lots.
Certified brands
Which shingle brands does Modex install?
We lead with the three brands our crews hold active certifications on — CertainTeed, Malarkey, and Atlas — because that's where the extended-warranty registration and audited install paperwork live. We'll install GAF on homeowner request; we just don't promote it.
ShingleMaster certified
CertainTeed shingles
Broadest product range in the market: Landmark, Landmark Pro, Landmark ClimateFlex (Class 4), and Presidential Shake TL. Typical installed range $14K–$48K.
Emerald Pro certified
Malarkey shingles
Vista AR, Highlander, and Legacy — SBS-modified rubberized asphalt, the most hail-resistant standard shingles we install. Typical installed range $14K–$32K.
Pro+ certified
Atlas shingles
Pinnacle Pristine and StormMaster Shake, with the Signature Select extended warranty — up to 20 years non-prorated, the longest in standard asphalt. Typical installed range $14K–$34K.
Typical cost
Asphalt roof replacement
Twin Cities asphalt roof replacement typically runs $14,000–$34,000 for architectural shingles and $28,000–$48,000 for designer/luxury profiles. Per-square installed labor and materials range $400–$1,200.
Architectural shingles
$14,000–$34,000
Includes
Two-layer laminated profile
25–30 year lifespan
Class 4 impact options available
CertainTeed, Malarkey, Atlas brands
Lifetime workmanship (current owner)
Designer & luxury shingles
$28,000–$48,000
Cedar shake or slate aesthetics without maintenance
Includes
Heavier profile with shadow depth
30+ year lifespan
Premium curb appeal for custom homes
CertainTeed Presidential Shake TL, Atlas StormMaster Shake
Lifetime workmanship (current owner)
Why choose Modex
Three manufacturer certifications and material choice based on your home
Modex holds active CertainTeed ShingleMaster, Malarkey Emerald Pro, and Atlas Pro+ certifications. Our crews select the right shingle type and brand for your roof's exposure, budget, and aesthetic goals—not for contractor margin.
Three active certifications
CertainTeed ShingleMaster, Malarkey Emerald Pro, and Atlas Pro+ certified.
Material choice based on your home
We recommend 3-tab, architectural, or designer shingles based on your roof's needs and your budget—not contractor margin.
Lifetime workmanship (current owner)
Every asphalt shingle installation is backed by Modex's lifetime workmanship warranty — for as long as you own the home — and our women-owned business and BBB A+ rating stand behind it.
Questions
Research asphalt shingles for your Twin Cities roof replacement.
Ready for an asphalt roof replacement?
Modex crews are certified installers for CertainTeed, Malarkey, and Atlas shingles. Call 952-206-6339 for a free inspection and quote.
Reviewed by Joe Dvorak, Owner, Modern Exterior Systems · Updated May 2026
Modex is a women-owned roofing contractor in Eden Prairie, MN. CertainTeed ShingleMaster · Malarkey Emerald Pro · Atlas Pro+. BBB A+ · NRCA Member #1016569 · MN License #BC762305.
Further reading
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