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All Craft Exteriors

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All Craft Exteriors

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Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

Roofing, siding, windows, rain gutters, and more: All Craft Exteriors is the top choice for your exterior remodeling project. Founded in Rochester, MN by a group of craftsmen who enjoyed working together we’ve brought together the best home improvement team in the business. We use top quality products and offer a Lifetime Labor Guarantee. All Craft Exteriors is grateful to have earned a long string of positive reviews. In, fact, over 50% of our business comes from referrals made by previous customers. If you own a home or business, count on the craftsmen at All Craft Exteriors. Our company is built on trust.

"Excellent job by the All Craft crew re-siding my house. Extremely high quality work by a steady, pleasant, professional crew that showed up every day until the job was done. It was a very pleasant experience and my house looks great."

John B on August 2025

Roofing, siding, windows, rain gutters, and more: All Craft Exteriors is the top choice for your exterior remodeling project. Founded in Rochester, MN by a group of craftsmen who enjoyed working together we’ve brought together the best home improvement team in the business. We use top quality products and offer a Lifetime Labor Guarantee. All Craft Exteriors is grateful to have earned a long string of positive reviews. In, fact, over 50% of our business comes from referrals made by previous customers. If you own a home or business, count on the craftsmen at All Craft Exteriors. Our company is built on trust.

"Excellent job by the All Craft crew re-siding my house. Extremely high quality work by a steady, pleasant, professional crew that showed up every day until the job was done. It was a very pleasant experience and my house looks great."

John B on August 2025


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Iroof minnesota

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Iroof minnesota

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6 years of experience

We understand how harsh weather can get in our State , we specialize in roofing for Minnesotans , we plant 100 trees for every full roof completed . give us a call and find out for yourself what set us apart. IROOF MINNESOTA stay on top by making your roof our top priority ."

We understand how harsh weather can get in our State , we specialize in roofing for Minnesotans , we plant 100 trees for every full roof completed . give us a call and find out for yourself what set us apart. IROOF MINNESOTA stay on top by making your roof our top priority ."


eickhoffservices@gmail.com

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eickhoffservices@gmail.com

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Owner operator/fully insured 2nd generation carpenter have been part of a family owned word of mouth business for 20 years ... Just trying to expand more on my own.. looking for tile work, most hard surface floor installs, smaller carpet jobs, snow and lawn, stamped concrete, siding or deck's

Owner operator/fully insured 2nd generation carpenter have been part of a family owned word of mouth business for 20 years ... Just trying to expand more on my own.. looking for tile work, most hard surface floor installs, smaller carpet jobs, snow and lawn, stamped concrete, siding or deck's


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Groso & Capo LLC

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Groso & Capo LLC

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Handy work in general

Handy work in general


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Grade A Contracting/Midwest Energy Solutions

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Grade A Contracting/Midwest Energy Solutions

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24 years of experience

We sell & install Reflective Foil Insulation as well as being a Building contractor for home and business.

We sell & install Reflective Foil Insulation as well as being a Building contractor for home and business.


A Allen Construction

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A Allen Construction

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

A. Allen Construction is a full service construction and remodeling company. We also specialize in residential and commercial roofing, siding, and all exterior finishes. We can handle large general contracted projects and down to the everyday "fix it" repairs. We also work very closely with other licensed, qualified and highly experienced contractors to help with all of our customers needs. A. Allen Construction is very proud of their employees and the skillsets and personal experience they bring to each and every project. Also, advertising is not something we do. So all of our work is generated by the "word of mouth" policy. We are very fortunate for all of our loyal and generous customers and their kind referrals. Thanks for all you have done for us.

A. Allen Construction is a full service construction and remodeling company. We also specialize in residential and commercial roofing, siding, and all exterior finishes. We can handle large general contracted projects and down to the everyday "fix it" repairs. We also work very closely with other licensed, qualified and highly experienced contractors to help with all of our customers needs. A. Allen Construction is very proud of their employees and the skillsets and personal experience they bring to each and every project. Also, advertising is not something we do. So all of our work is generated by the "word of mouth" policy. We are very fortunate for all of our loyal and generous customers and their kind referrals. Thanks for all you have done for us.


Absolute Home Services

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Absolute Home Services

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26 years of experience

Complete Home Remodeling, Repair, & Maintenance. Commercial & Residentail *Check Us Out On Facebook*

Complete Home Remodeling, Repair, & Maintenance. Commercial & Residentail *Check Us Out On Facebook*


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Mosaic Contracting Unlimited LLC

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Mosaic Contracting Unlimited LLC

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17 years of experience

Uses subs. Cost is determined by job. No travel charges. After hour charges apply. Ask about Angie's List discount. License #20635363.

Uses subs. Cost is determined by job. No travel charges. After hour charges apply. Ask about Angie's List discount. License #20635363.


Realhardworking

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Realhardworking

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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in La Crescent, MN

A typical heat cable uses 5 watts per foot, regardless of the outside temperature. So, if your cable is 100 feet long, it uses 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.

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.

Choosing between heated gutters and roof heating cables usually comes down to budget, appearance, and performance. Heated gutters cost less to install and blend seamlessly with your home’s exterior, making them a discreet, lower-cost option for preventing ice dams. Roof heating cables deliver more customizable and powerful heat along roof edges to handle heavy snow and ice, but they require more material and labor, increasing your upfront investment. Evaluate your roof design, winter weather demands, and energy budget to select the system that works best for your property.

Roof heating cables prevent ice dams by melting snow and stopping ice buildup at the roof edge. Ice damming occurs when melting snow refreezes on a cold roof—often right above the gutter line—and blocks water from draining, which can force moisture under shingles into your home. Heating cables maintain a warm channel that clears ice dams as soon as they form and protects your roof from water damage and structural issues.

Roof heating cables last between two and ten years before replacement is needed, wearing out faster than your roof itself. Their lifespan depends on climate severity, cable type, and exposure to physical damage. Consistent inspections and preventative maintenance—such as clearing debris, tightening clips, and checking electrical connections—can extend their service life and ensure reliable snow and ice protection each winter.

To safely remove snow from your roof, start with a specially designed roof rake, standing firmly on the ground and pulling snow downhill rather than climbing onto the roof. You can also apply calcium chloride ice melt to break up stubborn ice or gently use a secured rope from a safe vantage point. 

Keep in mind that large snow slabs can weigh hundreds of pounds and pose a serious fall risk. If conditions are hazardous or you lack the right equipment, hire a professional to protect your safety and your roof’s integrity.

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