Sellers Roofing Company handles south-metro replacement and storm work in Bloomington — split-level and rambler roofs, ice-dam repair, and insurance claim support for one of the Twin Cities’ most densely built post-war housing markets. We are a Brooklyn Park-based, Black-owned, family-operated roofing contractor serving Bloomington homeowners who need honest assessments, quality materials, and a crew that communicates throughout the job. Call us at (651) 560-6355 and we’ll have someone out within one to two business days.
Roofing in Bloomington, MN
Bloomington is Minnesota’s fifth-largest city, home to roughly 89,000 residents and an iconic retail landmark — the Mall of America — that anchors its eastern corridor near the I-494 and Highway 77 interchange. But beyond the commercial spine, Bloomington is a residential city through and through, with neighborhood streets stretching from the Minnesota River bluff in the south to the northern border shared with Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. The city is approximately 20 to 22 miles south of our Brooklyn Park headquarters, reachable via I-94, I-35W, or Highway 169 — well within our standard daily service range.
What defines Bloomington for a roofer is the sheer concentration of mid-century housing. Roughly 64% of the city’s housing stock was built between 1950 and 1980, with a median year-built of 1970. That means a large cohort of roofs is simultaneously aging, creating sustained demand for both full replacements and targeted repairs. Sellers Roofing Company is GAF Certified, Owens Corning Certified, MN DLI Master Roofing Contractor licensed, and BBB Accredited — the credentials Bloomington homeowners need to see before trusting a contractor with a significant investment.
We serve homeowners throughout East Bloomington, West Bloomington, the Normandale Lake area, the South Loop Penn-American District, and the City Center corridor. Residential and commercial work, including TPO and EPDM flat-roof systems on the I-494 commercial strip, are both part of our Bloomington scope.
The Houses We Work On in Bloomington
East Bloomington has a median year-built of 1954 — among the oldest residential stock in the city. The dominant styles here are Cape Cods, ranch homes, and minimal-traditional designs on quarter- to half-acre lots near the Minnesota River bluff. Many of these homes have been re-roofed once already, and some carry original cedar shake underlayment beneath subsequent shingle layers. When we do a full tear-off in East Bloomington, we frequently find a two-layer condition: old shingles over the original wood shakes. Tear-offs on these homes require additional labor and careful decking inspection before new shingles go down.
West Bloomington skews to the 1970s and 1980s, with bi-levels and split-entry designs on the majority of streets. The low-pitch rooflines on split-entries create real challenges during Minnesota winters — reduced slope means reduced drainage speed, which translates directly into ice dam risk. The flat or nearly flat section over a split-entry’s front entry is a frequent point of failure; we treat those sections with ice-and-water shield run well above the standard requirement.
The Normandale Lake area contains a mix of residential and office-adjacent construction, including some condominium and townhome buildings with low-slope commercial membrane roofs. Only about 4% of Bloomington’s total housing stock was built after 1990, which means new-construction installs are rare and replacement work dominates the market. West-facing roof planes on split-entries bear the brunt of incoming storm systems and typically show earlier granule wear than south-facing slopes.
What Bloomington Roofs Are Up Against
Bloomington’s position along the I-494 corridor places it squarely in a well-documented hail zone that tracks northeast from the southwest metro during severe weather events. The Minnesota River valley to the south can channel and intensify storm cells moving into the city from the west and southwest.
Ice dams are a persistent problem on the low-pitch ranch and bi-level rooflines common throughout West Bloomington. Inadequate attic ventilation — standard on 1970s construction — allows heat to escape through the roof deck, melting snow at the ridge while the cold eaves stay frozen. The resulting ice dam forces meltwater back under shingles, through the decking, and into interior walls and ceilings. Proper ice-and-water shield installation and ventilation upgrades are part of every relevant replacement we perform.
Age-related wear is the third major threat. The concentration of 1950s and 1960s homes in East Bloomington means many roofs are on their second or third decade beyond their expected service life. Granule loss exposes the asphalt mat to UV degradation, and cracked or curling shingles no longer shed water reliably. Annual or biennial inspections help Bloomington homeowners catch these issues before water infiltration causes structural damage.
Our Services for Bloomington Homeowners
We perform full tear-offs on Bloomington’s Cape Cods, ramblers, bi-levels, and split-entries. Every replacement starts with a full decking inspection; we replace any rotted or delaminated sheets, install ice-and-water shield at all eaves and valleys, and finish with new GAF or Owens Corning architectural shingles. Pipe boots, ridge vent, and drip edge are included in every scope.
Targeted repairs on Bloomington homes include re-flashing around chimneys and skylights, replacing failed pipe boots, sealing open ridge caps, and patching wind-damaged sections. A timely repair typically costs a fraction of what deferred maintenance will run once water has reached the decking or framing.
Our written inspection report covers shingle condition, flashing integrity, ice dam evidence, granule coverage, and ventilation adequacy. Useful for real-estate transactions, insurance claims, and routine maintenance planning.
We document hail impact in the format insurance adjusters require: photographs, measurements, written damage summaries, and soft-metal evidence from drip edge and ridge cap. We coordinate with your adjuster on-site when requested.
TPO, EPDM, and modified bitumen systems for the I-494 corridor’s commercial and light-industrial inventory. Full re-roofs and targeted repairs on flat and low-slope buildings.
Seamless aluminum gutters installed at the time of roof replacement or as a stand-alone upgrade. Properly sloped gutters and downspout extensions are a critical ice-dam mitigation measure on Bloomington’s lower-pitch rooflines.
Our Process — Inspection to Final Walk
- Free Inspection & Scope — We examine the roof surface and from the ground, document all conditions, and measure square footage. We identify ice dam evidence, hail damage, and any decking or flashing concerns upfront.
- Written Estimate — An itemized written estimate with no line-item surprises. For insurance-claim work, we align our scope with the adjuster’s approved items and flag any supplements needed.
- Material Selection — We walk you through GAF and Owens Corning shingle lines, color options, and warranty tiers. Materials are ordered to arrive on or before your scheduled start date.
- Installation Day — Full tear-off, deck repair, underlayment, ice-and-water shield at eaves and valleys, and new shingle installation. Magnetic roller cleanup at the end of every shift.
- Final Walk-Through — We review the completed work with you, confirm all debris is removed, and walk through your workmanship warranty before we leave the property.
Storm & Hail Damage in Bloomington
Two major hail events have hit the Minneapolis metro in recent years and both reached Bloomington. On August 11, 2023, a storm produced ping pong ball- to golf ball-sized hail across the southern metro suburbs, including Bloomington’s residential neighborhoods. That event became a NOAA-certified billion-dollar disaster. On May 19, 2022, a separate storm series sent quarter- to golf ball-sized hail across Minneapolis and its suburbs — a $2.6 billion NOAA-certified event that generated one of the highest concentrations of insurance claims in Minnesota history.
Bloomington’s I-494 corridor is a recognized hail corridor; storm cells tracking northeast from the southwest metro tend to intensify as they cross the flat terrain between the river and the airport. Homeowners in East Bloomington and West Bloomington who have not had their roofs inspected since 2022 should consider scheduling an inspection before filing a claim window closes.
Sellers Roofing Company is a contractor, not a public adjuster. We document storm damage accurately, coordinate with your insurance company, and make sure the approved scope includes all legitimate damage — but we do not charge for claim advocacy services or ask homeowners to sign over claim rights. Call (651) 560-6355 to schedule a free post-storm inspection.
Why Bloomington Homeowners Pick Sellers
Sellers Roofing holds the credentials Bloomington property owners should require before hiring a roofing contractor: State of Minnesota Master Roofing Contractor license (MN DLI), BBB Accreditation, GAF Certification, and Owens Corning Certification. Those factory certifications let us offer enhanced warranty programs that non-certified contractors simply cannot access.
We are a family-operated, Black-owned company based in Brooklyn Park — close enough to Bloomington that we can respond quickly and personally accountable for every job we complete. We carry full general liability and workers’ compensation insurance on every project, protecting both homeowners and our crew. Our approach is straightforward: honest assessment, fair pricing, quality materials, and thorough cleanup. We do not subcontract our core installation work to unfamiliar crews.
Neighborhoods & Areas We Serve in Bloomington
We work throughout Bloomington, including:
- East Bloomington — oldest residential stock, Cape Cods and ranch homes near the Minnesota River bluff
- West Bloomington — 1970s–90s bi-levels and split-entries
- Normandale Lake area — southwest residential and mixed-use corridor
- South Loop / Penn-American District — near Nine Mile Creek, redevelopment corridor
- City Center area — near Civic Center and Old Shakopee Road
We also serve commercial properties along the I-494 belt. Nearby service areas include Edina, St. Louis Park, and Golden Valley. View our full service areas page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is too old for a shingle roof on a 1950s Bloomington home?
Most standard three-tab shingles installed in the 1980s and earlier are well past their expected lifespan. Architectural shingles from the 1990s are typically at or approaching end of life. Age alone is not always the deciding factor — granule coverage, shingle integrity, and decking condition matter more — but homes from the 1950s that have not had a full tear-off in the last 20–25 years are strong candidates for a replacement assessment.
What causes ice dams on split-entry homes in West Bloomington?
Ice dams form when heat escaping through the roof deck melts snow above the attic, and that meltwater refreezes at the cold eave overhang. Split-entry homes often have shallow eave overhangs and inadequate attic ventilation — both common in 1970s construction. Solutions include improving attic insulation and ventilation, and installing ice-and-water shield membrane at the eaves during any roof replacement.
Can I use my homeowner’s insurance to pay for hail damage?
If you have an HO policy with wind and hail coverage and your roof sustained qualifying damage in a covered storm event, you can file a claim. Minnesota policies have varying timelines for filing. Call us for a free inspection first — we document the damage so you have an accurate record before you call your carrier.
Do you work on townhomes and condos near Normandale Lake?
Yes. We work with HOAs and property managers on townhome and condominium roofing in Bloomington. Low-slope sections on attached townhomes often require a different approach from standard residential shingle work, and our crew has experience with both configurations.
What is the difference between a GAF Certified contractor and a standard contractor?
GAF Certified contractors have been vetted for licensing, insurance, and workmanship standards. The certification unlocks enhanced warranty tiers — such as the GAF System Plus warranty — that cover both materials and installation labor and exceed what any non-certified contractor can offer. Owens Corning’s certification program works on a similar model.
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