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How much does a roof replacement in Minneapolis cost in 2026?

Modex replaces roofs across Minneapolis with CertainTeed ShingleMaster, Malarkey Emerald Pro, and Atlas Pro+ Silver Select certified installs. Most Minneapolis asphalt roofs land $14,000–$32,000 in 2026; synthetic slate, standing seam metal, and cedar shake run $30,000–$90,000+. Every project carries our lifetime workmanship warranty. We'll walk your roof, write a line-item quote, and review every material option, warranty term, and decking allowance with you in your kitchen — so you know exactly what you're paying for and why it's built to last.

Updated May 2026 · Reviewed by Joe Dvorak, Owner, Modern Exterior Systems

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Historic slate roof and steeple on a Twin Cities church
Cedar shake roof replacement side view on a Twin Cities home
Standing seam metal roof on a modern Minneapolis home
Two-story white house with a newly installed asphalt shingle roof in the Twin Cities
A Modex residential exterior project in Eden Prairie, Minnesota
A finished Modex residential exterior project in the Twin Cities
Drone view of an asphalt shingle roof during a Modex inspection
A Modex residential roofing project in Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Modern home featuring stone and siding combination with a fresh roofline
A residential roof against a clear blue Minneapolis sky
Red residential home with a steep pitched roof and white windows
Standing seam metal roof with clean modern design on a Twin Cities home

Manufacturer certifications and credentials

CertainTeed ShingleMaster · Malarkey Emerald Pro · Atlas Pro+ Silver Select · LP SmartSide Certified · James Hardie Preferred · BBB Accredited A+ · NRCA Member #1016569 · MN License #BC762305

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Manufacturer certifications

CertainTeed, Malarkey, Atlas, LP SmartSide, James Hardie

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Year average lifespan

Standard asphalt through premium materials

100%

Lifetime workmanship (current owner)

Every residential roof — for as long as you own the home

Minneapolis-built

Minneapolis homes don't roof like the rest of the country

The 1920s Tudors in Linden Hills, the 1900s Victorians in Whittier, the bungalows lining Longfellow, the post-war ramblers south of 35th, the 80s splits in Powderhorn, the new infill on the old North Side lots — each one wants something different under the shingles. Modex matches material to the home, not the supplier's margin of the month.

Permits pulled before crews arrive. Ice-and-water shield extended past the eaves the way Minneapolis winters demand. Decking repair scoped on-site, not surprise-billed at the end. Every residential install carries our lifetime workmanship warranty — the one we'll honor in year 12, not just year 5.

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A Modex residential roof replacement project in the Twin Cities

Materials

Which roof material fits your Minneapolis home?

Three architectural asphalt lines under manufacturer-certified install, plus premium synthetic slate, standing seam metal, and cedar shake when the home calls for it.

Residential home with a gable roof and CertainTeed Landmark architectural asphalt shingles

$14K–$28K

CertainTeed Landmark Pro asphalt

25–30 year manufacturer warranty. Twin Cities default for architectural asphalt and the volume product on most Minneapolis roofs we replace. Modex is ShingleMaster certified — that's what unlocks the extended warranty you can transfer if you sell.

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Aerial view of tree-shaded Twin Cities homes — ideal Malarkey Vista AR algae-resistant territory

$16K–$30K

Malarkey Vista AR asphalt

30-year algae-resistant shingle built for the heavily-treed Minneapolis lots where black streaks show up early. Modex is Malarkey Emerald Pro certified — the top tier in their contractor program. Quote it side-by-side with Landmark Pro so you can see the cost gap before deciding.

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Modern home with premium asphalt shingle roof and landscaped yard

$18K–$32K

Atlas Pinnacle Pristine asphalt

30-year manufacturer coverage plus a 20-year Signature Select non-prorated window — one of the longest non-prorated warranties in standard asphalt. Modex is Atlas Pro+ Silver Select certified, the cert tier that unlocks the full Signature Select registration on every Atlas roof we install.

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Full cost breakdown

What every roof material costs in Minneapolis (2026)

Every shingle line and premium material Modex installs, with installed cost range, manufacturer warranty, and the homes each one fits best. Final number depends on square footage, pitch, tear-off layers, and decking repair.

MaterialCost range (Minneapolis)Lifespan / WarrantyBest for
CertainTeed Landmark Pro asphalt$14,000 – $28,00025–30 yrThe volume product on most Minneapolis homes — Class A fire, 110+ mph wind warranty.
Malarkey Vista AR (algae-resistant)$16,000 – $30,00030 yrTree-shaded Minneapolis lots where black streaks show up early.
Atlas Pinnacle Pristine$18,000 – $32,00030 yr + 20-yr non-proratedLongest non-prorated warranty window in standard asphalt.
CertainTeed Presidential Shake TL$28,000 – $48,00030+ yrPremium asphalt aesthetic — period homes, designer architecture.
DaVinci Bellaforté synthetic slate$50,000 – $90,000+50-yr limited lifetimeSlate look without structural reinforcement (we install non-Authorized; product warranty direct from DaVinci).
Standing seam metal$40,000 – $90,000+50+ yrModern architecture, high-wind exposure, lake-side customs.
Cedar shake$35,000 – $70,00025–30 yr (with maintenance)Period-correct restoration on Tudor, Craftsman, and lake homes.
EDCO Arrowline / Generations / Infiniti metal$35,000 – $90,000+40–50+ yr lifetime limited transferableMetal-shake or slate aesthetic with lifetime warranty + Class 4 impact-resistant standard.
Class 4 impact-resistant upgrade+ $2,000 – $4,000 over baseInsurance discount qualifiesEvery Minneapolis home in the metro hail zone — 10–30% premium discount in MN.

Cost ranges reflect 2026 Minneapolis-metro installs by Modex. Updated May 2026 · Reviewed by Joe Dvorak, Owner, Modern Exterior Systems.

What it costs

Minneapolis roof replacement pricing — no single number on the back of a card

What's included on a standard asphalt install vs. a premium material project. Final number depends on size, pitch, tear-off layers, and decking condition — we quote line-by-line so you can see every component.

Asphalt shingle

$14K–$28K

Includes

CertainTeed Landmark or Malarkey Vista

25–30 year lifespan

Lifetime workmanship (current owner)

Permits and inspections included

Full manufacturer registration

What sets us apart

Three things Modex does that most Twin Cities roofers won't

We pick the shingle that fits your home and your exposure, not the one with the deepest supplier discount. Every residential install is backed for as long as you own the home.

Two-story brick house with a manufacturer-certified gray shingle roof

Certified

Most contractors carry one cert. We carry five.

CertainTeed ShingleMaster. Malarkey Emerald Pro. Atlas Pro+ Silver Select. LP SmartSide Certified. James Hardie Preferred. Each one requires crew training, audited installs, and warranty paperwork the manufacturer can pull on any roof we sign off. That's the difference between “we install CertainTeed” and a CertainTeed-backed roof you can register and transfer if you sell.

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Slate roof on a Twin Cities church installed at premium quality

Owner-led

$40K+ is a lot to hand to a stranger

On every residential project over $40,000, ownership walks the roof before crews start and signs off after the final walk-through. You get a phone line that reaches ownership, eyes from the owner on the scope, and the owner's name on the warranty registration. That's how we keep premium projects from feeling like a hand-off to whoever's scheduled that week.

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Rainwater draining off a properly installed roof — installation that holds up to Minnesota weather

Warranty

If it leaks in year 12, we fix it on our dime

Industry standard on roofing workmanship is 5 to 10 years. Modex backs every residential install for as long as you own the home. If something we nailed wrong starts leaking in year 8 and you're still in the house, we're still the ones standing under it. (When you sell, the workmanship warranty ends — material warranty from the manufacturer transfers separately.)

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How it works

What happens between “get me a quote” and a new roof on your Minneapolis home

Free inspection, written line-item quote within 48 hours, material selection, permit pull, install in 1–3 days, final walk-through with warranty registration. Modex handles the Minneapolis paperwork. You handle picking a shingle color.

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Twin Cities home being prepped for a Modex roof inspection

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Inspection

A Modex crew lead — or the owner on premium projects — walks your roof, photographs the actual condition (no drone-only theater), and delivers a written line-item quote within 48 hours. We arrive prepared with material samples, warranty paperwork, and clear pricing — so the meeting answers your questions instead of pressuring you with sales tactics.

Permitted Minneapolis home with a finished exterior project

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Permits

Modex pulls the Minneapolis building permit before crews show up — fee included on the line-item quote, not added later. If you ever get a knock from a contractor offering to skip the permit, the fine for unpermitted roof work lands on you, not them.

Two-story white house with a freshly installed asphalt shingle roof

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Installation

Tear-off, decking inspection, ice-and-water shield extended past the eaves per MN code, synthetic underlayment, new shingles, ridge cap, and flashing replacement at every penetration. Most Minneapolis residential roofs finish in 1–3 days. Landscaping tarped. Driveway protected with plywood. Magnetic nail sweep before the truck leaves.

Finished Modex project — modern home with landscaped yard at final walkthrough

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Walkthrough

Final walk-through with you to verify every detail. Modex registers your CertainTeed SureStart Plus or Malarkey/Atlas warranty so it's active and transferable if you sell. You leave with permit closeout, finished-roof photos, and the warranty paperwork in hand — not promised to be emailed later.

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Recent Minneapolis roof projects

Standard architectural asphalt, premium Presidential Shake TL, DaVinci synthetic slate, standing seam metal, and EDCO metal roofing across the Twin Cities metro.

DaVinci synthetic slate roof replacement on a stone-front custom home in the Twin Cities
DaVinci synthetic slate · Custom stone-front · Twin Cities metro
CertainTeed architectural asphalt roof on a Twin Cities Tudor
CertainTeed Landmark Pro · Twin Cities residential · ShingleMaster certified install
Premium asphalt roof replacement on a Twin Cities lake-side home
Premium asphalt · Lake-side custom · Twin Cities metro

“Joe was very knowledgeable and patient in his explanation. His crew showed up and completed the project in one day despite having to replace a few boards. The roof looked very nice when finished and the old noisy roof vent fans were replaced with multiple low-profile silent vents. Very happy father and son afterwards.”

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What Minneapolis homeowners are saying

Six recent Twin Cities roof and storm-damage projects — every review pulled from the Modex BBB profile. Real homeowners, real outcomes, no fabricated names.

“My daughter had some storm damage and needed some work done. Kiki came through with efficiency in a professional and knowledgeable manner. She explained and answered all of our questions before putting on new shingles. The work was flawless. I highly recommend Kiki and Modern Exterior Systems!”

Aaron K.

Storm damage repair · 2025 · BBB Verified Review

“Joe was very knowledgeable and patient in his explanation. His crew showed up and completed the project in one day despite having to replace a few boards. The roof looked very nice when finished and the old noisy roof vent fans were replaced with multiple low-profile silent vents. Very happy father and son afterwards.”

Marine P.

Roof replacement · 2024 · BBB Verified Review

“Very thorough and quick to respond. Rachel responded within an hour of my reaching out and was there the same day to investigate the issue. She also followed up via phone to assure me all was ok. Highly recommend Modern Exterior and in particular Rachel. In today's society, customer service in general is severely lacking — let alone same-day response.”

Dave R.

Roof repair · 2024 · BBB Verified Review

“Joe from Modern Exterior Systems and his crew were excellent at communicating their timeline. They were responsive to my initial inquiry and did excellent work on my mom's roof. She appreciated Joe stopping by to update her on the project's status. There are a lot of roofing options out there. But nobody communicates better than Modern Exterior Systems. Fair price. Solid workmanship.”

Nate G.

Roof replacement · 2023 · BBB Verified Review

“Good job on the roof and did a great job with the insurance company too.”

Gary A.

Insurance-claim roof · 2023 · BBB Verified Review

“Great job and workmanship — workers picked up everything. Thank you.”

Greg R.

Roof replacement · 2023 · BBB Verified Review

Minneapolis roof FAQ

Common Minneapolis roof replacement questions

Honest answers about 2026 cost ranges, permits, insurance claims, and the shingle line that fits your Minneapolis home.

How much does a roof replacement in Minneapolis cost in 2026?

Most Minneapolis asphalt roof replacements run $14,000 to $32,000 in 2026, with the typical home landing $16K–$22K. CertainTeed Landmark Pro and Malarkey Vista AR are the volume products in that range. Premium materials — CertainTeed Presidential Shake TL, DaVinci synthetic slate, standing seam metal, cedar shake — run $28,000 to $90,000+. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles add $2,000–$4,000 but qualify Minnesota homeowners for a 10–30% insurance discount. The number depends on square footage, pitch, tear-off layers, and whether decking repair shows up at tear-off. We quote line-by-line — no single number scribbled on the back of a business card.

How long does a roof replacement take in Minneapolis?

Most Minneapolis residential roof replacements finish in 1 to 3 days. A standard one-story or split is a one-day job — tear-off in the morning, new roof on by sunset. Larger homes, complex geometries (multiple valleys, dormers, custom flashing), or premium materials run 2 to 3 days. Insurance-claim jobs can extend if we find decking damage at tear-off that wasn't visible from the ground. We tarp landscaping, lay plywood approach paths to protect your driveway, and finish every job with a magnetic nail sweep before we leave.

Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Minneapolis?

Yes. The City of Minneapolis requires a building permit for every roof replacement; the fee scales with project value. Modex pulls every Minneapolis permit before crews show up and includes the fee on the line-item quote. Permits typically issue within 1 to 3 business days. If a contractor offers to skip the permit to “save you the fee,” walk away — the city fine for unpermitted roof work runs many times the permit cost and lands on the homeowner, not the contractor.

Will my insurance cover a roof replacement in Minneapolis?

Storm damage (hail, wind, falling-object) is usually covered; normal wear-and-tear is not. If you've had a recent storm and the roof is showing damage — granule loss, cracked tabs, dented vents, missing shingles — file the claim before your policy's filing window closes (typically one to two years in Minnesota). Modex documents damage with on-roof photography, writes a scope your adjuster can validate, and meets the adjuster on the property when possible. You pay the deductible; we deliver the work the carrier approves.

What's the best shingle for Minneapolis weather?

For most Minneapolis homes, CertainTeed Landmark Pro is the volume recommendation — Class A fire rating, 110+ mph wind warranty, 30-year manufacturer coverage, and color palettes that match most Twin Cities housing stock. For hail-exposed pockets or heavily-treed lots, the upgrade is CertainTeed Landmark ClimateFlex (Class 4 impact-resistant), which qualifies you for a Minnesota insurance discount of 10–30%. For premium aesthetics — period homes, lake-side customs, designer architecture — Presidential Shake TL or DaVinci synthetic slate. Modex installs Malarkey Vista AR and Atlas Pinnacle Pristine under the same crew-and-warranty standard. If you have another shingle line in mind, ask — we install on homeowner preference.

More questions about your Minneapolis roof?

Call Joe at 952-206-6339 or request a free Minneapolis quote — written line-item, no high-pressure follow-up.

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Ready for an honest quote on your Minneapolis roof?

Free in-home measurement. We arrive with material samples, warranty paperwork, and a line-item quote walked through with you in your kitchen — no door-knocking, no scare tactics, no waived-deductible games. The kind of thorough quote review you wish every contractor did.

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Two-story white house with a freshly installed asphalt shingle roof — a completed Modex project

About Modex

Modern Exterior Systems — your Twin Cities neighbors, not a storm chaser passing through

Modex is a women-owned, family-operated roofing and exterior contractor based in Eden Prairie, with two decades of hands-on construction experience on staff. CertainTeed ShingleMaster, Malarkey Emerald Pro, Atlas Pro+ Silver Select, LP SmartSide Certified, and James Hardie Preferred — the five manufacturer certifications that unlock the extended material warranties we register in your name (those transfer to the next owner per the manufacturer's terms). BBB Accredited A+, NRCA Member #1016569, Minnesota License #BC762305. Lifetime workmanship warranty for as long as you own the home.

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A Modex residential project in Eden Prairie, Minnesota