We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job.
"Quality installation."
Uriel L on January 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job.
"Quality installation."
Uriel L on January 2024
North Star Roof Deicing, has over 25 years experience in the commercial and residential industry. We have decades of collective and comprehensive knowledge and experience, which means that we are able to provide the most value and guaranteed quality per your dollar, spent. We provide a satisfaction guarantee for all services provided. In addition, we remove ice on roof and ice in gutters through the process of steaming! Please contact us today. We look forward to serving you!
"Had them come out to inspect our previously installed heat tape, they charged me $300 for inspection, securing prior heat tape, and â repairingâ damage to a small segment of heat tape where insulation had stripped off. They insured me everything is in working order. Two weeks later, when it snowed, the heat tape did not work. They came out for a re-inspection and requested $420 to replace the same heat tape they assured me works and had just charged me to secure into place."
Ruben A on March 2024
North Star Roof Deicing, has over 25 years experience in the commercial and residential industry. We have decades of collective and comprehensive knowledge and experience, which means that we are able to provide the most value and guaranteed quality per your dollar, spent. We provide a satisfaction guarantee for all services provided. In addition, we remove ice on roof and ice in gutters through the process of steaming! Please contact us today. We look forward to serving you!
"Had them come out to inspect our previously installed heat tape, they charged me $300 for inspection, securing prior heat tape, and â repairingâ damage to a small segment of heat tape where insulation had stripped off. They insured me everything is in working order. Two weeks later, when it snowed, the heat tape did not work. They came out for a re-inspection and requested $420 to replace the same heat tape they assured me works and had just charged me to secure into place."
Ruben A on March 2024
Roof Heat Cable Pros is a family owned and operated business since 2003. We have a credible reputation in the construction industry for our high standards of masonry services, our work ethics and consistently exceeding Government standards for the past 20 years. We have a highly qualified, reliable team who are extensively trained on the field to exceed customer expectations.
"Trevor was great to work with and communicated well throughout the project. He is very professional and personable. He did an outstanding job on the project."
Mark S on November 2023
Roof Heat Cable Pros is a family owned and operated business since 2003. We have a credible reputation in the construction industry for our high standards of masonry services, our work ethics and consistently exceeding Government standards for the past 20 years. We have a highly qualified, reliable team who are extensively trained on the field to exceed customer expectations.
"Trevor was great to work with and communicated well throughout the project. He is very professional and personable. He did an outstanding job on the project."
Mark S on November 2023
ARC Minnesota, has over 25 years experience in the commercial and residential window cleaning industry. We have decades of collective and comprehensive knowledge and experience, which means that we are able to provide the most value and guaranteed quality per your dollar, spent. We provide a satisfaction guarantee for all services provided. In addition, we remove ice on roof and ice in gutters through the process of steaming! Please contact us today. We look forward to serving you!
"Arrived on time. Employee was very personable and efficient."
Pat A on September 2024
ARC Minnesota, has over 25 years experience in the commercial and residential window cleaning industry. We have decades of collective and comprehensive knowledge and experience, which means that we are able to provide the most value and guaranteed quality per your dollar, spent. We provide a satisfaction guarantee for all services provided. In addition, we remove ice on roof and ice in gutters through the process of steaming! Please contact us today. We look forward to serving you!
"Arrived on time. Employee was very personable and efficient."
Pat A on September 2024
Barnhouse Exteriors, LLC is a family owned and operated company specializing in exterior renovations. Barnhouse Exteriors, LLC has provided quality construction services all over Minnesota and is especially known for the integrity and professionalism that they put into every job they do. Barnhouse Exteriors is licensed and insured and is accredited by the Better Business Bureau. Additional phone number - (612) 201-1779.
"I received a few phone calls and many texts assuring me they'd get to me as their schedule eased up as there had been a lot of rain in the forecast but then they seemed to forget about me. I'm not sure why I was never put on the schedule officially but I never received any work unfortunately. I will say the gentleman who I spoke with was always very polite."
Emily R on February 2019
Barnhouse Exteriors, LLC is a family owned and operated company specializing in exterior renovations. Barnhouse Exteriors, LLC has provided quality construction services all over Minnesota and is especially known for the integrity and professionalism that they put into every job they do. Barnhouse Exteriors is licensed and insured and is accredited by the Better Business Bureau. Additional phone number - (612) 201-1779.
"I received a few phone calls and many texts assuring me they'd get to me as their schedule eased up as there had been a lot of rain in the forecast but then they seemed to forget about me. I'm not sure why I was never put on the schedule officially but I never received any work unfortunately. I will say the gentleman who I spoke with was always very polite."
Emily R on February 2019
We are storm damage and insurance claims experts, and have the expertise to assist you in the insurance claims process. We have the knowledge and experience needed to collaborate with the insurance companies, adjusters, & homeowners. Bear Roofing is locally owned and operated by professionals who have been in the roofing and exteriors business for over 16 years. It is our goal to provide homeowners with quality products, excellent workmanship, and outstanding customer care. let bear roofing & exteriors handle the details, so you can enjoy the process.
"I have had Bear Roofing and Exteriors do several projects for me over the years: roofing, siding, windows, gutters. They have always been responsive in fixing little exterior things for me. Today, Bob stopped by and nailed down a piece of soffit that popped out after a dozen years. Definitely recommend Bear Roofing and Exteriors!"
Scott C on October 2023
We are storm damage and insurance claims experts, and have the expertise to assist you in the insurance claims process. We have the knowledge and experience needed to collaborate with the insurance companies, adjusters, & homeowners. Bear Roofing is locally owned and operated by professionals who have been in the roofing and exteriors business for over 16 years. It is our goal to provide homeowners with quality products, excellent workmanship, and outstanding customer care. let bear roofing & exteriors handle the details, so you can enjoy the process.
"I have had Bear Roofing and Exteriors do several projects for me over the years: roofing, siding, windows, gutters. They have always been responsive in fixing little exterior things for me. Today, Bob stopped by and nailed down a piece of soffit that popped out after a dozen years. Definitely recommend Bear Roofing and Exteriors!"
Scott C on October 2023
River Valley Remodelers was founded with a vision to provide an unmatched customer experience. The Founders have managed thousands of remodeling projects in multiple states across the country and combine decades of industry experience to cultivate a customer-first company atmosphere. Every team member at River Valley Remodelers, work to improve upon every project because we understand exactly how important great service, quality of work, and communication is for any project in your home. With the rapid rate of technological improvements in our world today, the team at River Valley Remodelers takes great pride in working with cutting edge products and services in the remodeling industry. We consistently communicate with product manufacturers, software developers, and industry leaders to provide our project managers and installers with the best resources available. You can trust that our number one goal as your hometown team is to ensure your complete satisfaction. In order to best serve the needs of our customers, centering our organization in the community was a must. River Valley Remodelers is fully committed to ensuring our clients are well informed and confident with every decision in their remodel project. Our team members will provide a thorough explanation of every aspect of your project while keeping your needs at the forefront of every conversation. We look forward to many more years of strengthened relationships with our customers and community; and, in an area of many rivers, we are proud to be your bridge to a happy home.
River Valley Remodelers was founded with a vision to provide an unmatched customer experience. The Founders have managed thousands of remodeling projects in multiple states across the country and combine decades of industry experience to cultivate a customer-first company atmosphere. Every team member at River Valley Remodelers, work to improve upon every project because we understand exactly how important great service, quality of work, and communication is for any project in your home. With the rapid rate of technological improvements in our world today, the team at River Valley Remodelers takes great pride in working with cutting edge products and services in the remodeling industry. We consistently communicate with product manufacturers, software developers, and industry leaders to provide our project managers and installers with the best resources available. You can trust that our number one goal as your hometown team is to ensure your complete satisfaction. In order to best serve the needs of our customers, centering our organization in the community was a must. River Valley Remodelers is fully committed to ensuring our clients are well informed and confident with every decision in their remodel project. Our team members will provide a thorough explanation of every aspect of your project while keeping your needs at the forefront of every conversation. We look forward to many more years of strengthened relationships with our customers and community; and, in an area of many rivers, we are proud to be your bridge to a happy home.
Rick's Roofing and Siding Inc. has been the company to call in the Twin Cities for quality exterior remodeling since 1985. Over the past 39 years we at Rick's Roofing and Siding Inc. have been dedicated to our customers' and our community. We do this in three ways; we inspect all of our jobs post completion to ensure quality craftsmanship, we only work in the Twin Cities and surrounding area, and we only install quality products.
"Rick's Roofing & Siding reroofed and resided our home after damage from a hailstorm. They had previously reroofed our home about 15 years earlier and had done excellent work, so we contacted them for this project. Again, they did excellent work. Literally more than a dozen neighbors have told us how good our home looks. One even said it was stunning. Every person that we worked with from Rick's, their rep, construction crew, inspector, and office personnel were very good to work with and did their jobs well. An example, our neighborhood had many homes damaged by the hailstorm. Talking with our rep from Rick's on a sunny day outside our home, he told me that they only use the same lot of shingles when they roof. He said others will just take what they can get in situations like this where many homes are damaged and the demand for the shingles is high. He pointed out a house across the street from us and said that their roofer had mixed lots. I couldn't see what he saw, he told me over time it would show. All it took was for it to show was for it to rain, when the neighbor's roof is wet, I can see the distinct line patterns on their roof where the shingles are different. I waited for some time to pass before I wrote a review to see if any issues would show; everything looks great, and we've experienced no issues."
Kerry N on April 2025
Rick's Roofing and Siding Inc. has been the company to call in the Twin Cities for quality exterior remodeling since 1985. Over the past 39 years we at Rick's Roofing and Siding Inc. have been dedicated to our customers' and our community. We do this in three ways; we inspect all of our jobs post completion to ensure quality craftsmanship, we only work in the Twin Cities and surrounding area, and we only install quality products.
"Rick's Roofing & Siding reroofed and resided our home after damage from a hailstorm. They had previously reroofed our home about 15 years earlier and had done excellent work, so we contacted them for this project. Again, they did excellent work. Literally more than a dozen neighbors have told us how good our home looks. One even said it was stunning. Every person that we worked with from Rick's, their rep, construction crew, inspector, and office personnel were very good to work with and did their jobs well. An example, our neighborhood had many homes damaged by the hailstorm. Talking with our rep from Rick's on a sunny day outside our home, he told me that they only use the same lot of shingles when they roof. He said others will just take what they can get in situations like this where many homes are damaged and the demand for the shingles is high. He pointed out a house across the street from us and said that their roofer had mixed lots. I couldn't see what he saw, he told me over time it would show. All it took was for it to show was for it to rain, when the neighbor's roof is wet, I can see the distinct line patterns on their roof where the shingles are different. I waited for some time to pass before I wrote a review to see if any issues would show; everything looks great, and we've experienced no issues."
Kerry N on April 2025
Kaufman Roofing has been in business since 1930, working in the Twin Cities and surrounding neighborhood. With the peculiar nuances affecting roofs in the Twin Cities; varying roof types (slate, tile, wood shakes, metal, & flat), harsh weather conditions, and seasonal extremes, our experience is invaluable. Our philosophy hasn't changed since we started doing roofs in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding areas nearly a century ago.
"We had an extremely bad experience with Kaufman Roofing. We had a leak in our roof, and they thought it was most likely in our custom, built-in gutter system. They said they patched it up, but then it leaked the next time it snowed. In the meantime, they gave us a $30,000 estimate to have our entire gutter system, which is only 12 years old, completely replaced. Their estimator is a real bully and a horrible person to interact with. His name is Scott Wehrmeyer. He uses scare tactics, he talks over you, he’s impolite, and in our case, he didn’t even apologize for the fact that their patch didn’t even last one rainstorm. He just used it further evidence that we need to hire them to replace relatively new gutters. He never even got up on the roof to take a look at the gutter system or used a drone to take pictures or anything. He had one guy go up on a ladder in that one spot and take one picture and then say we need the entire system replaced. We eventually got it fixed with a reputable company. We got bids from several other roofing companies. Everyone else laughed at the idea that we would have a 12-year-old custom gutter system torn out and replaced for $30,000. They may have workers that do a good job, but I found Scott to be totally untrustworthy. I have never had to hang up in the middle of a conversation with anyone in my life, but I did with him. If I owned this company, I would not want him representing me. He’s a bully, he seems to be lazy, he doesn’t listen, he didn’t apologize, he just talked right over me and tried to scare me hiring him. Literally the total opposite of what any customer would hope for."
Jim M on May 2024
Kaufman Roofing has been in business since 1930, working in the Twin Cities and surrounding neighborhood. With the peculiar nuances affecting roofs in the Twin Cities; varying roof types (slate, tile, wood shakes, metal, & flat), harsh weather conditions, and seasonal extremes, our experience is invaluable. Our philosophy hasn't changed since we started doing roofs in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding areas nearly a century ago.
"We had an extremely bad experience with Kaufman Roofing. We had a leak in our roof, and they thought it was most likely in our custom, built-in gutter system. They said they patched it up, but then it leaked the next time it snowed. In the meantime, they gave us a $30,000 estimate to have our entire gutter system, which is only 12 years old, completely replaced. Their estimator is a real bully and a horrible person to interact with. His name is Scott Wehrmeyer. He uses scare tactics, he talks over you, he’s impolite, and in our case, he didn’t even apologize for the fact that their patch didn’t even last one rainstorm. He just used it further evidence that we need to hire them to replace relatively new gutters. He never even got up on the roof to take a look at the gutter system or used a drone to take pictures or anything. He had one guy go up on a ladder in that one spot and take one picture and then say we need the entire system replaced. We eventually got it fixed with a reputable company. We got bids from several other roofing companies. Everyone else laughed at the idea that we would have a 12-year-old custom gutter system torn out and replaced for $30,000. They may have workers that do a good job, but I found Scott to be totally untrustworthy. I have never had to hang up in the middle of a conversation with anyone in my life, but I did with him. If I owned this company, I would not want him representing me. He’s a bully, he seems to be lazy, he doesn’t listen, he didn’t apologize, he just talked right over me and tried to scare me hiring him. Literally the total opposite of what any customer would hope for."
Jim M on May 2024
D. S. Bahr Construction, Inc is a growing company that stresses high quality workmanship with a personal touch. We specialize in roofing, siding, deck construction and most facets of exterior remodeling. We handle siding replacement in the twin cities, roofing in the twin cities, as well as all twin cities deck construction. We also perform other types of construction and remodeling for the entire twin cities metro area. When i started D. S. Bahr Construction, Inc in 1990, I decided that there were two important standards that I would maintain for my company: high quality & excellent communication. We use only the highest quality roofing, siding and deck materials backed by strong manufacturers. My Minneapolis roofing contractors know that every job must pass my high standards for quality work. You won't find a deck builder in the twin cities that takes more pride in their quality workmanship. Communication - as a home owner myself, i understand that there's nothing more frustrating than waiting for answers and call backs from companies i need service from. At D. S. Bahr Construction, we guarantee that we'll answer all your questions in a timely fashion. No more waiting indefinitely for a call back to get a bid for decks in St. Paul or roofing in Minneapolis. No more playing "phone tag" when you need answers about house siding in the twin cities. As president of D. S. Bahr Construction, I'm still hands-on and in the field. If you contract us to handle your remodeling and construction needs, you'll always have a link to the owner and president of the company. Please include a contact phone number when emailing for estimates. Award winning.
"In the summer of 2024, D S Construction replaced my old roof with a new roof. The project went very well from start to finish. The crew were efficient and professional and I am very happy with the appearance of the new roof. I look forward to working with this company on future projects."
Suzanne R on November 2024
D. S. Bahr Construction, Inc is a growing company that stresses high quality workmanship with a personal touch. We specialize in roofing, siding, deck construction and most facets of exterior remodeling. We handle siding replacement in the twin cities, roofing in the twin cities, as well as all twin cities deck construction. We also perform other types of construction and remodeling for the entire twin cities metro area. When i started D. S. Bahr Construction, Inc in 1990, I decided that there were two important standards that I would maintain for my company: high quality & excellent communication. We use only the highest quality roofing, siding and deck materials backed by strong manufacturers. My Minneapolis roofing contractors know that every job must pass my high standards for quality work. You won't find a deck builder in the twin cities that takes more pride in their quality workmanship. Communication - as a home owner myself, i understand that there's nothing more frustrating than waiting for answers and call backs from companies i need service from. At D. S. Bahr Construction, we guarantee that we'll answer all your questions in a timely fashion. No more waiting indefinitely for a call back to get a bid for decks in St. Paul or roofing in Minneapolis. No more playing "phone tag" when you need answers about house siding in the twin cities. As president of D. S. Bahr Construction, I'm still hands-on and in the field. If you contract us to handle your remodeling and construction needs, you'll always have a link to the owner and president of the company. Please include a contact phone number when emailing for estimates. Award winning.
"In the summer of 2024, D S Construction replaced my old roof with a new roof. The project went very well from start to finish. The crew were efficient and professional and I am very happy with the appearance of the new roof. I look forward to working with this company on future projects."
Suzanne R on November 2024
A typical heat cable uses about 5 watts per foot, regardless of the outside temperature. So, if your cable is 100 feet long, it uses around 500 watts per hour. Expect to pay an additional $40 to $200 or more per month on your electricity bill. Be sure to turn manual cables off in the summer when you don't need them.
Yes, you can install heat tape in your gutters to help melt ice and keep water flowing smoothly. The system is mounted securely above the gutter brackets so the tape warms the gutter surface and prevents ice buildup. Be sure to have a qualified professional install the heat tape using proper techniques and hardware to ensure optimal performance and protect your gutter system.
To install heat tape on your roof, place it along the lower edge in a precise zig-zag pattern to maximize coverage and heat distribution. Professional installers secure the tape with specialized clips that attach firmly to your shingles. This method ensures even heat distribution to effectively melt ice and snow while maintaining your roof's integrity during severe winter conditions.
Both heated gutters and roof heating cables prevent ice buildup, but your choice depends on your roof design and aesthetic goals. Heated gutters provide a discreet solution that maintains your home’s exterior appeal, while roof heating cables offer powerful, widespread ice melting. Consider the installation requirements and energy needs to determine which system fits your property best.
Yes, roof heating cables prevent ice dams by quickly melting accumulated snow and ice along your roof edge. They create a warm channel that allows water to drain freely, eliminating the conditions that cause ice dams. This active ice-melting system protects your roof structure and minimizes the risk of water damage during severe winter weather.
Roof heating cables last between two and 10 years, depending on environmental exposure and installation quality. They're designed to work effectively for a period influenced by factors like climate severity, cable type, and how well you maintain them. Regular inspections and proactive maintenance can extend their lifespan and ensure continuous roof protection throughout winter.