# Modern Exterior Systems (Modex)

Modern Exterior Systems is a women-owned, family-operated exterior contractor based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, serving the Twin Cities metro. We replace and repair roofing, siding, windows, and gutters, and handle storm and insurance restoration for both homes and commercial buildings. Credentials (nine total): manufacturer certifications — CertainTeed ShingleMaster, Malarkey Emerald Pro, Atlas Pro+, LP SmartSide Preferred, James Hardie Preferred, and Owens Corning Preferred; plus BBB A+ Rating; NRCA Member #1016569; MN Contractor License BC762305 (license verified by the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry). Work is backed by a lifetime workmanship warranty on every residential install. Every roof is installed as that manufacturer's complete system, with new flashings. Our approach is honest, homeowner-first guidance engineered for the Minnesota climate — ice-and-water protection, proper attic ventilation, and hail- and wind-resilient systems — delivered with clear scopes and no-pressure estimates. Content here is reviewed by owner Joe Dvorak. Phone: 952-206-6339. Contact: https://modernexteriorsystems.com/contact

## Sitemaps
- [XML Sitemap](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/sitemap.xml): All crawlable and indexable pages.

## Service Pages
- [Roof Replacement (Minneapolis & Twin Cities)](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/roof-replacement-minneapolis): Full residential roof replacement — materials, process, and what a Minnesota-grade reroof actually includes.
- [Roof Repair](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/roof-repair-minneapolis): Leak diagnosis, flashing, and targeted repairs versus full replacement.
- [Storm Damage Roof Repair](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/storm-damage-roof-repair-minneapolis): Hail and wind damage repair with insurance-claim support.
- [Roof Inspection](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/roof-inspection-minneapolis): Honest, documented roof inspections with real photos.
- [Ice Dam Removal](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/ice-dam-removal-minneapolis): Ice dam removal and the ventilation/insulation fixes that prevent them.
- [Siding Installation](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/siding-installation-minneapolis): James Hardie fiber cement and LP SmartSide engineered wood siding installation.
- [Siding Repair](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/siding-repair-minneapolis): Siding repair and partial replacement.
- [Window Replacement](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/window-replacement-minneapolis): Replacement windows from ProVia, Kolbe, and Pella.
- [Window Replacement (St. Paul)](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/window-replacement-st-paul): Replacement windows for St. Paul and the east metro — ProVia, Kolbe, and Pella, with pre-1940 home expertise.
- [Window Repair](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/window-repair-minneapolis): Window repair, seal failure, and glass replacement.
- [Gutter Installation](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/gutter-installation-minneapolis): Seamless gutters and gutter-guard systems sized for Minnesota snow loads.
- [Gutter Repair](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/gutter-repair-minneapolis): Gutter repair, resloping, and downspout work.
- [Soffit & Fascia](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/soffit-fascia-minneapolis): Soffit, fascia, and ventilation detailing.
- [Commercial Roofing](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/commercial-roofing-minneapolis): Commercial and flat-roof systems for Twin Cities buildings.
- [Flat Roof Replacement](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/flat-roof-replacement-minneapolis): TPO, EPDM, and membrane flat-roof replacement.
- [Metal Roofing](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/metal-roofing-minneapolis): Standing seam and stone-coated steel metal roofing.

## Storm Damage & Insurance
- [Hail Damage](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/storm-damage/hail-damage): How to identify hail damage on a Minnesota roof.
- [Wind Damage](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/storm-damage/wind-damage): Wind damage signs and repair.
- [Insurance Claims](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/storm-damage/insurance-claims): How roof insurance claims actually work in Minnesota.
- [Free Hail Inspection](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/storm-damage/free-hail-inspection): Free, no-pressure post-storm roof inspection.
- [Twin Cities Hail History (2020–2026)](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/storm-damage/twin-cities-hail-history-2020-2026): A record of major Twin Cities hail events.

## Product & Material Pages
- [CertainTeed Shingles](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/certainteed-shingles)
- [Malarkey Shingles](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/malarkey-shingles)
- [Atlas Shingles](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/atlas-shingles)
- [DaVinci Synthetic Slate](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/davinci-synthetic-slate)
- [Cedur Synthetic Shake](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/cedur-synthetic-shake)
- [Stone-Coated Steel Roofing](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/stone-coated-steel-roofing)
- [EDCO Metal Roofing](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/edco-metal-roofing)
- [LP SmartSide Siding](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/lp-smartside-siding-minneapolis)
- [James Hardie Siding](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/james-hardie-siding-minneapolis)
- [ProVia Windows](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/provia-windows)
- [Kolbe Windows](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/kolbe-windows)
- [Pella Windows](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/pella-windows)

## Cost Guides
- [Roof Replacement Cost in Minnesota](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/roof-replacement-cost-minnesota)
- [Asphalt Shingle Cost in Minnesota](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/asphalt-shingle-cost-minnesota)
- [Metal Roofing Cost in Minnesota](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/metal-roofing-cost-minnesota)
- [Siding Cost in Minnesota](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/siding-cost-minnesota)
- [Window Replacement Cost in Minnesota](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/window-replacement-cost-minnesota)
- [Storm Damage Repair Cost in Minnesota](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/storm-damage-repair-cost-minnesota)

## Comparison Guides
- [LP SmartSide vs James Hardie](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/comparisons/lp-smartside-vs-james-hardie)
- [CertainTeed vs GAF Shingles](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/comparisons/certainteed-vs-gaf-shingles)
- [CertainTeed vs Malarkey](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/comparisons/certainteed-vs-malarkey)
- [Atlas vs Owens Corning](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/comparisons/atlas-vs-owens-corning)
- [Architectural vs 3-Tab Shingles](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/comparisons/architectural-vs-3-tab-shingles)
- [Vinyl vs James Hardie](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/comparisons/vinyl-vs-james-hardie)
- [ProVia vs Pella Vinyl Windows](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/comparisons/provia-vs-pella-vinyl-windows)
- [MasterShield vs LeafFilter vs KleanGutter](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/comparisons/mastershield-vs-leaffilter-vs-kleangutter)

## City / Service-Area Pages
- [Eden Prairie](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/eden-prairie) (headquarters)
- [Edina](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/edina)
- [Minnetonka](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/minnetonka)
- [Wayzata](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/wayzata)
- [Plymouth](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/plymouth)
- [Bloomington](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/bloomington)
- [Chanhassen](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/chanhassen)
- [Maple Grove](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/maple-grove)
- [Golden Valley](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/golden-valley)
- [St. Louis Park](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/st-louis-park)
- [Hopkins](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/hopkins)
- [Excelsior](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/excelsior)
- [Arden Hills](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/arden-hills)
- [Elk River](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/elk-river)
- [St. Paul](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/st-paul): Roofing, siding, and windows for St. Paul and the east metro, served from our Eden Prairie shop — pre-war home and historic-district expertise.
- [Orono](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/orono) · [Shorewood](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/shorewood) · [Victoria](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/victoria) · [Waconia](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/waconia) · [Minnetrista](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/minnetrista)
- [Service Area Hub](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/service-area-hub)

## Company
- [About Modern Exterior Systems](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/about)
- [Certifications](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/about/certifications): Full detail on all nine credentials.
- [Our Process](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/about/our-process)
- [Reviews](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/reviews)
- [Contact](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/contact)

## Key Articles (contractor-honest guides)
- [Best Shingles for Minnesota Weather: A Contractor's Honest Ranking](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/best-shingles-for-minnesota-weather-a-contractor-s-honest-ranking)
- [How Long Does a Roof Last in Minnesota?](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/how-long-does-a-roof-last-in-minnesota-a-contractor-s-honest-answer)
- [How to Choose a Roofing Contractor in Minnesota Without Getting Burned](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-roofing-contractor-in-minnesota-without-getting-burned)
- [CertainTeed Shingles Review: Every Product Line Ranked by a Contractor](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/certainteed-shingles-review-every-product-line-ranked-by-a-contractor-who-installs-them)
- [LP SmartSide vs James Hardie: An Honest Comparison](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/lp-smartside-vs-james-hardie-an-honest-comparison-from-a-contractor-who-installs-both)
- [CertainTeed vs GAF Shingles: An Honest Comparison](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/certainteed-vs-gaf-shingles-an-honest-comparison-from-a-contractor-who-s-installed-both)
- [CertainTeed Landmark vs Landmark Pro: Is the Upgrade Worth $750?](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/certainteed-landmark-vs-landmark-pro-is-the-upgrade-worth-750)
- [Malarkey Shingles Review: Quality, Warranty, Contractor Take](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/malarkey-shingles-review-quality-warranty-contractor-take)
- [Ice Dam Prevention: What Actually Works in Minnesota](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/ice-dam-prevention-what-actually-works-in-minnesota-and-what-doesn-t)
- [Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Roof Replacement? (Minnesota)](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/does-homeowners-insurance-cover-roof-replacement-what-minnesota-homeowners-need-to-know)
- [How to File a Roof Insurance Claim After Storm Damage (Step by Step)](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/how-to-file-a-roof-insurance-claim-after-storm-damage-step-by-step)
- [ACV vs RCV: Homeowners Insurance Roof Claims in Minnesota](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/acv-vs-rcv-homeowners-insurance-roof-claims-minnesota)
- [First 48 Hours After a Hailstorm: Twin Cities Playbook](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/first-48-hours-after-a-hailstorm-twin-cities-playbook)
- [What Hail Damage Looks Like on a Minnesota Roof (Photo Guide)](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/what-hail-damage-looks-like-on-a-mn-roof-photo-guide)
- [How Much Does Siding Cost for a 2,000 sq ft House?](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/how-much-does-siding-cost-for-a-2000-sq-ft-house)
- [Asphalt Shingles Cost in Minnesota (2026)](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/asphalt-shingles-cost-minnesota-2026)
- [How Long Does LP SmartSide Last?](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/how-long-does-lp-smartside-last)
- [ProVia Windows Reviews: A Contractor's Honest Take](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/provia-windows-reviews-contractor-honest-take)
- [Kolbe Windows Review: A Contractor's Honest Take](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/kolbe-windows-review-contractor-honest-take)
- [Pella Windows Review: A Contractor's Honest Take](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/pella-windows-review-contractor-honest-take)
- [MasterShield vs LeafFilter vs KleanGutter: Honest Comparison](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/mastershield-vs-leaffilter-vs-kleangutter-honest-comparison)
- [DaVinci Synthetic Roofing: Is It Worth It?](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/davinci-synthetic-roofing-affordability-is-it-worth-it)
- [Commercial Roofing in the Twin Cities](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/commercial-roofing-twin-cities)
- [EPDM Roofing Alternatives: What Actually Works for Flat Roofs](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/epdm-roofing-alternatives-what-actually-works-for-flat-roofs)
- [Does a New Roof Lower Your Homeowners Insurance?](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/does-a-new-roof-lower-your-homeowners-insurance)
- [GAF vs Owens Corning vs CertainTeed: An Installer's Honest Comparison](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/gaf-vs-owens-corning-vs-certainteed)
- [Class 4 Impact-Resistant Shingles in Minnesota: Are They Worth It?](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/class-4-impact-resistant-shingles-minnesota)
- [The Best Shingle Colors for Minnesota Homes: A Contractor's Picks](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/best-shingle-colors-for-minnesota-homes)
- [How Much Roofing Do I Need? (Squares, Bundles & Square Footage)](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/how-much-roofing-do-i-need-square-footage)
- [The Best Siding Materials for Minnesota Homes](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/best-siding-materials-for-minnesota-homes)
- [What Is LP SmartSide Siding?](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/what-is-lp-siding)
- [Can You Paint Vinyl Siding?](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/can-you-paint-vinyl-siding)
- [Can You Paint Aluminum Siding?](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/can-you-paint-aluminum-siding)
- [Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Window Replacement?](https://modernexteriorsystems.com/blog/does-homeowners-insurance-cover-window-replacement)