Minnesota roofs work harder than almost any in the country. Between sub-zero winters, spring hail, summer thunderstorms, and the freeze-thaw cycles that create brutal ice dams, a Minnesota roof isn’t just a home improvement, it’s infrastructure.
That’s exactly why picking the right contractor matters so much: the difference between a roofer who “gets it done” and one who genuinely understands Minnesota’s climate can be the difference between a 20-year roof and a five-year headache.
We looked at reputation, longevity, certifications, storm and insurance-claim expertise, and — most importantly — what actual homeowners say after the crew has packed up and gone home.
Here are the five roofing companies Twin Cities homeowners consistently trust with their homes.
Owl Roofing — Best for Homeowners Who Want a Calm, Clean, No-Surprises Experience
If there’s one name that keeps coming up when Twin Cities homeowners talk about roofing companies that actually deliver on their promises, it’s Owl Roofing.
Based in Shoreview, MN, this family-owned crew has built its reputation less on flashy marketing and more on the unglamorous stuff that ends up mattering most: showing up when they say they will, communicating clearly, and leaving your property looking better than they found it.
What earns them the top spot:
A 3-step cleanup process that’s actually a process. Roofing jobs are messy by nature — nails, granules, torn-off shingles, ladder marks in the flowerbeds.
Owl Roofing runs every job through a structured 3-step cleanup: a magnetic nail sweep, full debris removal, and a final walkthrough with the homeowner before the crew leaves.
It’s a small thing that a lot of contractors skip, and it’s the difference between finding roofing nails in your dog’s paw six weeks later or not.
The “Protect Your Nest” philosophy.
Owl Roofing’s whole approach centers on treating a home like what it actually is — the place a family lives, not just a jobsite.
That shows up in how they operate: no high-pressure sales tactics, clear documentation and photos at every stage, and a habit of explaining why a repair or replacement makes sense rather than just quoting a price and moving on.
Genuine storm damage specialists — not just insurance chasers. After Minnesota hail events, homeowners often get flooded with door-knockers from out-of-state storm-chase crews who disappear once the check clears.
Owl Roofing works the opposite way: free, photo-documented storm inspections, help navigating the insurance claims process, and, critically, they’re still local and answering the phone years after the job is done.
What homeowners are actually saying:
“After our insurance denied our roof claim and the first roofer walked away, Noah showed up the next day and said he thought he could get us a new roof. He delivered. He got us a roof covered by insurance after it had already been declined.”
“We used Owl Roofing for a repair on our roof in Brooklyn Park, and I was blown away by how good they were. Every member of the team communicated well about the process. Their price transparency was super helpful.”
“Noah and his team are outstanding! His clear communication, professionalism, and workmanship are top-notch. I recommend Owl Roofing to all my clients, friends, and family.”
Owl Roofing carries a 4.9-star Google rating across 90+ reviews and holds a GAF certification, with a 10-year workmanship warranty backing every install.
Bottom line: if you want a roofer who treats your house like a home rather than a transaction, Owl Roofing is the one to call.
Sela Roofing & Remodeling — Best for Full Exterior Projects
Sela Roofing & Remodeling has been a fixture of the Twin Cities exterior remodeling scene since 1982, and the scale shows: the St. Louis Park-based company has now worked with well over 135,000 homeowners across Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding suburbs.
If your project is bigger than “just the roof” — think roofing, siding, windows, and gutters all in one coordinated job — Sela is built for exactly that kind of scope.
The company has earned an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and has been recognized in Houzz’s Top 3 Siding Contractor rankings in the Twin Cities for multiple years running.
Beyond standard shingle and metal roofing, Sela’s crews also handle storm and hail damage restoration, chimney and masonry repair, skylight installation, and snow and ice removal — making the company a practical one-call option for homeowners juggling more than one exterior issue at once.
Reviews collected through GuildQuality’s independent survey process consistently highlight professionalism, transparent pricing, and crews that treat the property with care during teardown and installation.
With over four decades in business, Sela is a solid pick for homeowners who want an established, full-service contractor rather than a single-trade specialist.
Kaufman Roofing — Best for Specialty and Historic Roof Systems
Few roofing companies in the state can claim the kind of institutional knowledge Kaufman Roofing has built up since 1930.
Operating out of Burnsville, this family-owned company has spent nearly a century learning the quirks of Minnesota roofs — and it shows in the range of systems they’re comfortable working on: asphalt shingles, slate, clay and concrete tile, wood shakes, standing-seam and custom metal, flat and rubber membrane roofs, and even solar shingle installations.
That breadth makes Kaufman a strong fit for older homes, architecturally distinctive properties, or anything that isn’t a straightforward asphalt tear-off and replace.
The company also does its own custom sheet-metal fabrication in-house, which matters for flashing, chimney caps, and gutter work where an exact fit protects against ice-dam leaks.
Customer feedback gathered through GuildQuality’s third-party survey program consistently praises the crew’s organization, communication, and cleanup, and the company holds an A+ rating with the BBB.
For homeowners with a roof that doesn’t fit the standard mold, Kaufman’s decades of specialty experience are hard to match.
Garlock-French Corporation — Best for Historic Homes and Premium Materials
Founded in 1932 and now run by a second generation of leadership, Garlock-French Corporation has built its name almost entirely around one thing: caring for the distinctive, older, and architecturally significant homes that make up so much of Minneapolis and St. Paul’s housing stock.
The company works extensively in clay tile, slate, cedar shake, and custom copper and sheet-metal roofing — materials that require a level of craftsmanship most modern roofing crews simply don’t practice regularly.
Garlock-French holds GAF Master Elite certification with President’s Club status, a distinction GAF reserves for a small percentage of contractors nationally, and it qualifies the company to offer GAF’s strongest available warranty, the Golden Pledge Limited Warranty, on qualifying installations.
The company is also BBB-accredited with an A+ rating and has held that accreditation since 1984.
Homeowner reviews frequently mention the team’s guidance through storm-related insurance claims and their careful handling of chimney, masonry, and gutter work alongside the roof itself.
For a century-old bungalow, a Tudor with slate roofing, or any home where getting the materials and detailing right matters more than getting the lowest bid, Garlock-French is one of the few Twin Cities contractors built specifically for that job.
Walker Roofing — Best for Long-Term Reliability on Residential and Commercial Roofs
Walker Roofing has been a St. Paul institution since Milan Walker founded the company in 1938, and more than 85 years later it’s still family owned and operated.
That longevity has translated into serious volume and experience: building permit data shows Walker has worked on hundreds of roofing projects across the metro in recent years alone, and the company’s BuildZoom contractor score ranks it above the vast majority of roofing contractors licensed in Minnesota.
Walker handles both residential and commercial roofing, along with siding, window installation, and gutter work, and is a GAF-certified contractor.
The company carries a solid track record on Birdeye, with reviewers frequently calling out crews that finish jobs in a single day and leave yards free of stray nails and debris — a detail that matters as much as the roof itself when you’ve got kids or pets running around outside.
For homeowners who want a contractor with a genuinely long institutional history in the Twin Cities and the project volume to back it up, Walker Roofing is a dependable, established choice.
How to Choose the Right Roofer for Your Minnesota Home
All five companies on this list are established, licensed, and well-reviewed — but the right fit depends on your specific project:
- Standard replacement with a smooth, well-documented process: Owl Roofing
- Multi-trade project (roof + siding + windows + gutters): Sela Roofing & Remodeling
- Unusual or specialty roof system: Kaufman Roofing
- Historic home or premium materials (slate, tile, copper): Garlock-French Corporation
- Long-established contractor for residential or commercial work: Walker Roofing
Whichever contractor you choose, get a written, itemized estimate, confirm GAF or manufacturer certification, ask how they handle storm-related insurance claims, and get clarity on cleanup procedures before the crew starts work.
In a state where hail season and ice-dam season are both a matter of “when,” not “if,” the contractor’s process matters just as much as their price.
