Category: Roofing

Living in northern climates, we’ve received many calls over the years regarding “roof leaks” when the weather has been bright and sunny. Our first questions are, “When it rains how bad does the water come in? How wet did your flooring get?” Real roof leaks are always evident as dripping or running water. The water…

Choosing a roofing company in the Twin Cities is a daunting task, but it will be easier by keeping a few helpful hints in mind. Since your home is most valuable investment it is important to hire the right roofing company for the job to protect the investment. Here are a few things to keep…

There are many variables that pertain to this question, which begins with; what type of material is to be installed? Low-technology roofing materials such as cedar shakes or metal roofing can be installed without any compromise of quality during cold temperature weather. When I speak of cold weather temperature, I mean temps below 40° Fahrenheit….

Making sure that your roof is ready for the winter season is critical, especially if you live in an area with harsh winter weather. It is even worse if your roof is not in its top condition. Before a minor roof problem becomes a major wintertime disaster, decide to call us today and get your…

Ice dams are not just created by the lack of proper insulation depth (R-Factor). Most often they are caused by bypasses or the ability of the heat to pass quickly through the insulation package. With a lack of proper ventilation or attic air flow to control it you have the perfect recipe for ice dam…

How to Prepare Your Roof for Winter Roofing Photo Gallery View our Photo Gallery for new ideas and previous roofing projects completed by Iron River Construction. See why Iron River Construction is the right choice for Minneapolis and greater Minnesota area homeowners! View the Roofing Photo Gallery Iron River Construction is a local Minneapolis roofing…

Once a year, every year, we set back our clocks back a hour in fall. Fall is a time of change. The leaves change colors and the weather get cooler. Between now and the first freeze of winter you need to make sure that you are preparing your roof for winter. Here are three ways…

Organic shingles have been manufactured by several roofing manufacturers for many years. They are created by using an organic mat, which is then saturated with asphalt to make it waterproof and finally top-coated with adhesive asphalt and embedded with ceramic granules. Oftentimes, these shingles were given a warranty by the manufacturer for 25-30 years. However,…

At Iron River Construction, we realize the importance of your home’s roof. We want to make sure that your roof not only looks fantastic, but also it is maintained perfectly. When you have Iron River Construction thoroughly inspect your roof frequently, it will extend the life of your roof and end up saving you time…