Stillwater MN Roofing Contractor & Roof Replacement
Northern Exteriors is a family-owned, Twin Cities–based roofing contractor serving Stillwater and Washington County. Since 2001, we have helped homeowners evaluate leaks, aging shingles, and possible storm damage, then plan repairs or replacement with clear scopes and the same trusted crews we’ve worked with for years. Our office is in Cottage Grove — about 20 minutes down the St. Croix Valley — and Washington County is our home territory.
If you are unsure what your roof needs, start with a free roof inspection. We inspect the accessible roof surfaces, flashing, penetrations, gutters, and ventilation, document what we see with photos, and explain whether a repair, replacement, or continued monitoring makes the most sense. Call or text 651-230-5103.
Roofing Stillwater’s Older Homes — and Its Newer Ones
Stillwater’s housing stock runs from 19th-century homes on the North and South Hills above downtown to newer construction in neighborhoods like Croixwood, Liberty Village, and the Legends. Those are different roofing jobs. Older homes often have steeper pitches, multiple roof planes, older decking, and flashing details that have been modified over decades — the inspection matters more, and so does the tear-off plan. Newer homes are usually more straightforward, but ventilation and ice-dam protection still decide how the roof performs in a Minnesota winter. We scope each roof for what it actually is, not from a satellite photo.
Stillwater Roofing Permits
The City of Stillwater requires building permits for roofing work, handled through the city’s Building Inspections department. One detail worth knowing: several surrounding jurisdictions share Stillwater mailing addresses — Stillwater Township, Grant, and others — and permits go through whichever jurisdiction your home actually sits in. We confirm the correct authority and coordinate the permit as part of the project, and we document any changed conditions discovered during tear-off, such as deteriorated decking that must be repaired before the new roof goes on.
Storm and Hail Damage Documentation in Stillwater
Stillwater has taken real hail recently. The June 19, 2026 storms dropped large hail across east-central Minnesota — the National Weather Service documented the afternoon hail and wind event — and the September 21, 2025 storm that hit Woodbury also produced quarter-sized hail reports near Stillwater. A storm report does not prove damage at your address: hail size changes block to block, and roof age, pitch, and slope direction all affect the result. What a report does mean is that an inspection is reasonable.
We photograph visible conditions that may be consistent with hail or wind and distinguish them from ordinary wear, manufacturing marks, or maintenance issues. If you file a claim, we can meet your adjuster on-site and answer construction questions. Your adjuster decides coverage; we make sure nothing gets missed. Claim deadlines vary by policy — check yours rather than relying on any contractor’s blanket statement. For what to look for after hail, see our hail damage roofing page or our broader storm damage repair overview.
We cover the whole northeast metro — homeowners on the other side of the valley can also see our White Bear Lake roofing contractor page.
Between the two, our Mahtomedi MN roofing page serves the east-shore lake communities.
Repair or Replace — an Honest Answer
There is no percentage rule that automatically decides this. A localized flashing leak can be repairable even on an older roof; scattered failures across multiple slopes usually cannot be fixed reliably. When a targeted fix is the right call, our Twin Cities roof repair team handles leaks, flashing, and shingle repairs with the same documentation standard. When replacement is justified, the proposal covers the whole system: tear-off, deck repairs, ice-and-water membrane, underlayment, drip edge, valleys, flashing, ventilation, cleanup, and product registration.
Class 4 Shingles for Hail Country
We install architectural asphalt shingles from established manufacturers, including Class 4 impact-rated options. A Class 4 rating means the product passed a laboratory impact test — it does not make a roof hail-proof — and some insurers offer premium discounts for qualifying products, depending on the carrier and policy. We explain the tradeoffs of appearance, wind rating, warranty structure, and cost rather than declaring one brand the universal winner.
Siding and Gutters, Coordinated
Hail rarely stops at the roofline. We inspect and document siding, gutters, fascia, and soft metals in the same visit, and as an LP Remodelers Edge contractor we handle siding replacement alongside roofing — one crew, one coordinated exterior. Seamless gutters and downspouts are fabricated to your home’s measurements as part of the same project when needed.
Stillwater Roofing FAQs
How much does a roof replacement cost in Stillwater?
It depends on roof area, pitch, access, tear-off layers, deck condition, flashing, ventilation, and the selected system — and Stillwater’s older hillside homes often have steeper, more complex roofs than a newer suburban build. A site inspection and written scope are more reliable than a generic online price range.
Do you work on the steep roofs of Stillwater’s historic homes?
Yes. Steep-pitch work changes safety setup, labor, and scheduling, not whether the job can be done well. We scope it honestly up front rather than surprising you mid-project.
Does insurance cover hail damage in Stillwater?
Coverage depends on your policy, the cause and extent of damage, your deductible, and your insurer’s decision. We document construction conditions with dated photos and can meet your adjuster — we do not promise claim approval.
Do you serve the areas around Stillwater?
Yes — Stillwater, Stillwater Township, Oak Park Heights, Bayport, Grant, and nearby communities like Lake Elmo and Woodbury, where we work regularly.
Request a Free Stillwater Roof Inspection or Estimate
Call or text 651-230-5103 or use the form below. Tell us about the leak, storm concern, aging roof, or replacement project you are considering. Northern Exteriors MN | MN License #BC297099 | A+ BBB | Serving the St. Croix Valley since 2001.