Why Roofing Matters in Maplewood

Minnesota's freeze-thaw cycles are hard on every roof, and Maplewood is no exception — an inner-ring suburb built out heavily in the 1950s-70s, with mature tree canopy that shades roofs and traps moisture longer than newer developments. Add in the hail: the May 2022 storm dropped golf-ball-size hail across the east metro, and 2024 turned into Minnesota's worst hail year on record. Our drone thermal imaging catches the moisture damage from both before it becomes a $30,000 problem.

Maplewood's Specific Roofing Challenges

In neighborhoods like Gladstone and Battle Creek, we see the same pattern: roofs over 20 years old with ice-dam scarring and seam separation, and newer builds with insulation gaps that create heat loss and worse ice damming. Our thermal imaging finds both.

How Hoyt Exteriors Serves Maplewood

We replace roofs with proper ventilation, adequate insulation, and quality shingles, backed by a real workmanship warranty — built to survive Minnesota winters for 25+ years, not 15. If you manage a townhome association or condo community in Maplewood, our HOA Scan program and multifamily services document existing conditions before you ever sign a contract.

What Sets Us Apart

We're not just another contractor. We bring 2 generations of Minnesota exterior expertise combined with modern technology:

Frequently Asked Questions

In the Twin Cities, standard asphalt shingles hold up 15-25 years before freeze-thaw cycling degrades them; standing-seam metal can run 40-50+ years with minimal upkeep. The biggest lifespan lever is attic ventilation, not just shingle brand.
Age and damage pattern drive the decision: isolated issues on a roof under 15 years old point to repair, while a roof past 20 with damage spread across multiple slopes usually means replacement makes more financial sense. A basic Hoyt inspection is free; comprehensive documentation packages are quoted by property size.
Ice dams start with heat escaping into the attic. Insulate to R-30+, make sure intake and exhaust ventilation are balanced, and keep gutters clear of debris so meltwater has somewhere to go. Address the heat source, not just the ice.
Photograph the damage before anything is touched, and get your insurance claim started immediately. If there's active leaking, temporary protection is urgent. We work directly with adjusters and bring thermal documentation that tends to speed up claim approval.
You get a GAF material warranty — usually 25+ years — layered with our own 10-year-minimum workmanship warranty. Installation failures are on us, full stop.

Serving Maplewood and Surrounding Areas

Ready to Protect Your Maplewood Home?

Get a free exterior assessment with drone thermal imaging. No pressure, no sales pitch — just expert advice.

Call (651) 212-4965 or visit hoytexteriors.com