- Rating
- 5.0
- Reviews
- 2
- In business
- 13 yrs
Roofing Contractors in Minneapolis, MN
NOAA recorded 62 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Hennepin County in the five years through June 2026, and FEMA rates its hail risk Very High. Most homes in Minneapolis (72%) were built before 1980.
Compare the 31 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Minneapolis on their public records: half have been in business 15 years or more and 9 hold a roofing manufacturer certification.
A listing isn't an endorsement. ARCO accredited contractors are marked.
- Contractors in the registry
- 31
- Median years in business
- 15
- Average customer rating
- 4.2 / 5
Profiles with contact details on file
Half have been in business at least this long; 14 with recorded dates
Mean of 13 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded
All 31 roofing contractors in Minneapolis
Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.
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- Rating
- 5.0
- Reviews
- 9
- In business
- 5 yrs
- Rating
- 5.0
- Reviews
- 67
- In business
- 5 yrs
- GAF
- CertainTeed
- Rating
- 4.9
- Reviews
- 321
- In business
- 11 yrs
- Malarkey
- Rating
- 4.8
- Reviews
- 232
- In business
- 22 yrs
- Owens Corning
- CertainTeed
- Rating
- 4.8
- Reviews
- 273
- In business
- 12 yrs
- Owens Corning
- Rating
- 4.8
- Reviews
- 36
- In business
- 6 yrs
- Malarkey
- Rating
- 4.6
- Reviews
- 302
- In business
- 14 yrs
- GAF
- Owens Corning
- IKO
- Rating
- 4.5
- Reviews
- 11
- In business
- 42 yrs
- GAF
- Rating
- 4.5
- Reviews
- 4
- In business
- 39 yrs
- Rating
- 3.5
- Reviews
- 31
- In business
- 32 yrs
- GAF
- Owens Corning
- Rating
- 2.6
- Reviews
- 5
- In business
- 38 yrs
- Rating
- 1.0
- Reviews
- 1
- In business
- 29 yrs
- GAF
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- 17 yrs
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Roofing conditions in Minneapolis
Homes in Minneapolis
- Median year built
- 1951
- Built before 1980
- 72.2%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 47.7%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year.
Severe weather reported in Hennepin County
- Hail 1 inch or larger
- 62 reports
- Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
- 76 reports
- Tornadoes
- 0 reports
Most recent large hail: June 19, 2026 (1-inch)
Reported to NOAA, July 2021 through June 2026. Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live nearby; most wind speeds are estimated. Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database.
Natural hazard risk in Hennepin County
- Hail
- Very High
- Strong wind
- Very High
- Tornado
- Very High
- Winter weather
- Very High
FEMA National Risk Index ratings compare this county with other U.S. counties. This product uses the Federal Emergency Management Agency's National Risk Index dataset API or downloadable datasets but is not endorsed by FEMA. The Federal Government or FEMA cannot vouch for the data or analyses derived from these data after the data have been retrieved from the Agency's website(s). National Risk Index v1.20.0 (December 2025), retrieved October 15, 2026.
Roof replacement permits in Minneapolis
Permit required
When a permit is needed: All reroofing except repairs using less than one bundle of shingles (about 33 square feet)
Repairs to rafters or trusses need an additional permit and a framing inspection, and every reroof gets a final inspection when the work is done.
Roofers must register with the city. To pull a permit, the roofer must show a Minnesota residential roofer, building contractor or remodeler license, or a city residential specialty contractor license.
City of Minneapolis: Roofing at single-family and two-family dwellings
Verified October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
Minnesota rules that apply
State license for residential roofers
Minnesota requires contractors who sell roofing work directly to homeowners to hold a residential roofer, residential building contractor or remodeler license from the Department of Labor and Industry. Contractors earning under $15,000 a year from residential work can get a yearly exemption.
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry: Who needs a roofer license?
Verified October 2026
Roofers can't pay your deductible
Minnesota contractors can't offer to pay your insurance deductible or give you anything of value to win a repair job paid by an insurance claim, and must include a written notice of this law with their first estimate.
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry: Contractors and insurance deductibles
Verified October 2026
Right to cancel if your claim is denied
If your insurer denies the claim, you can cancel an insurance-funded roofing contract within 72 hours of being notified, in writing. The roofer must return your payments, apart from any emergency work already done.
Minnesota Statutes: Residential roofing contract right to cancel
Verified October 2026
Hiring a roofer in Minneapolis: common questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Minneapolis?
Yes. Minneapolis requires a permit for all reroofing except repairs using less than one bundle of shingles (about 33 square feet). Repairs to rafters or trusses need an additional permit and a framing inspection, and every reroof gets a final inspection when the work is done. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
Do roofers need a license in Minnesota?
Minnesota requires contractors who sell roofing work directly to homeowners to hold a residential roofer, residential building contractor or remodeler license from the Department of Labor and Industry. Contractors earning under $15,000 a year from residential work can get a yearly exemption. Source: Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry: Who needs a roofer license?, verified October 2026.
How often is large hail reported around Minneapolis?
NOAA received 62 reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Hennepin County from July 2021 through June 2026. The most recent was on June 19, 2026 (1-inch hail). Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.
How old are homes in Minneapolis?
The median home in Minneapolis was built in 1951, and 72.2% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).
How long have Minneapolis roofing companies been in business?
Half of the 14 Minneapolis contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 15 years or more. 11 have at least 10 years of history and 6 have at least 20. The longest-running is John A. Dalsin & Son, at 42 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.
Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Minneapolis roofers hold?
9 of the 31 Minneapolis contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: GAF (5), Owens Corning (4), CertainTeed (2), Malarkey (2), and IKO (1). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.
How do Minneapolis roofers rate with customers?
13 of the 31 contractors have public customer ratings, with a median of 4.8 out of 5. 4 have 100 or more reviews. Ratings are combined across review sites and weighted by review count.