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Ham Lake Commercial Roofing Contractor
Office-warehouse, retail, and church roofs, handled by a crew based just over the city line. We fix what’s failing and tell you plainly when it’s time for new.
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A Commercial Roofer Just Across the Ham Lake City Line
Much of Ham Lake’s commercial space sits in office-warehouse buildings, and those have been a steady part of the city’s construction for two decades. Their long, low roofs collect snow and meltwater, and the joints around skylights, vents, and rooftop units give out first. Retail along Highway 65 faces the same wear, while churches and smaller offices on open lots take wind and hail with little shelter around them.
Each of those roofs needs a different plan, so we don’t push one. Low-slope roofs with a sound deck can often be restored, worn-out ones get replaced, and on pitched buildings we install Owens Corning systems as a Platinum Preferred Contractor. Our headquarters in East Bethel borders Ham Lake to the north, which puts our crews minutes from most buildings in town.
Commercial Roofing Services for Ham Lake Properties
Ham Lake jobs usually start with one of four needs. Whichever it is, you get the project managers and installers behind the full commercial roofing program we run statewide, sized to your building.
Leak Tracing and Repair
Water on a low-slope roof can travel yards before it drips through a ceiling tile, so we track it to where it actually enters, whether that’s a split seam, a loose curb, or a failed pipe boot. The repair targets that point, and you get photos plus a straight read on how much life the roof has left.
Tear-Off and New Roof Installation
Once a roof can’t be saved, we strip it down, replace damaged decking or insulation, then put on a new system matched to the building’s footprint and drainage. On larger buildings we work in sections, keeping overhead doors, docks, and customer entrances open while crews work their way across.
Restoring Office-Warehouse Roofs
When an office-warehouse roof has a sound deck and dry insulation, we can often restore it instead of tearing it off. Depending on its condition, that means a silicone coating over the existing membrane or a new TPO layer on top, either of which adds years of service without shutting down the tenants below.
Seasonal Roof Checkups
A visit each spring and fall keeps drains flowing, catches loose flashing around rooftop equipment, and spots worn areas while they are still small. You get a photo summary after every checkup, which turns roof repairs into a budget line you can plan for.
Why Owens Corning Stands Out on Pitched Commercial Roofs
Churches, small offices, and many retail buildings in Ham Lake carry pitched roofs, and on those we install Owens Corning shingle systems. The shingles are produced by a U.S. company at its Minneapolis plant, only a short haul from Ham Lake, so the material on your roof is Minnesota-made. You can confirm our standing through our listing in the Owens Corning contractor directory, which includes the “Top of the House” certification that our crews install under.
A Wind Rating Built Into the Nail Line
Shingles on exposed buildings lift first at the fastening strip, where wind finds its grip. Owens Corning’s fix is patented SureNail® Technology, which gives every Duration® Series shingle a woven-fabric band across its face, the first and only nailing strip of its kind. The shingles are built to withstand winds of up to 130 mph, a spec worth checking against any other bid.
Impact Protection After a Hail Loss
Owners who have just replaced a hail-damaged roof usually want the next one to hold up better. Duration STORM and Duration FLEX carry a Class 4 rating under UL 2218, the top impact class a shingle can reach. It’s worth asking your insurer whether that rating affects your commercial premium.
The Company That Pioneered Fiberglass Shingles
Fiberglass shingles trace back to Owens Corning, which has more than 70 years of roofing work behind it. The company runs its own asphalt and fiberglass mat production, a setup that supports uniform quality and a reliable supply. Women surveyed for the Women’s Choice Award have also named it America’s Most Recommended roofing brand for 8 consecutive years.
The Attic Side of a Long-Lasting Roof
How long shingles last depends on what happens beneath them. The “Top of the House” program trains our crews on the underlayment, the ice barrier along the eaves, and matched intake and exhaust ventilation, which keep summer heat from baking the deck and winter warmth from building ice dams.
Commercial and multi-tenant warranty terms differ from what homeowners receive, so we put your building’s coverage on paper before any work begins.*
Our Process
Ham Lake adds a licensing step that many cities skip: commercial contractors need a city license on top of their state license before a permit is issued. Here’s how that fits into the rest of the job.
- Roof inspection. We go over the whole roof, including drains, seams, and every rooftop unit, and test for wet insulation, then send photos with our recommendation shortly after.
- Written scope. Materials, roof area, and work sequence are spelled out line by line, which makes tenant notices and deliveries easier to plan.
- License and permit. We keep our Ham Lake commercial contractor license current [CLIENT TO CONFIRM: confirm Advantage holds a current City of Ham Lake commercial contractor license.] and file the permit with the PDF plans and project valuation the city requires for commercial work. Depending on the project type, the application goes through the online portal, by email, or in person, as the Ham Lake permits and licensing page explains.
- Trade permits. Rooftop heating and gas work needs its own permits apart from the building permit, so we coordinate those with the licensed trades before any unit is moved.
- Installation and final inspection. Installation follows the manufacturer’s specifications, the city signs off at final inspection, and you get the closed permit along with your warranty documents.
Own property beyond Ham Lake? Our crews also work across the rest of the communities we cover, so a single project manager can take care of every building you own.
Storm Damage Checks for Ham Lake Buildings
Hail and wind often leave marks you can’t spot from the parking lot: a bruised membrane, a cracked flashing seal on a rooftop unit, dents in metal panels, or shingles that no longer lie flat. Finding that damage early keeps it from turning into water inside the building.
We check the whole roof, log every issue with date-stamped images and measurements, and we can be there when your adjuster inspects. Coverage is your insurance company’s call, and we won’t predict or promise a result. Learn more about how we help owners document a storm claim.
Schedule a Ham Lake Commercial Roof Inspection Today
Whether it’s a single storefront or a building full of tenants, it starts the same way: we climb up with you and explain what we find. Call, or request a visit through our site, and we’ll pick a time that fits your business. If paying over time would help, ask about payment plans through our financing program.
*See actual warranty for details, limitations, and requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to get a commercial roofing permit in Ham Lake?
The city doesn’t publish a fixed review time, and the pace depends on how complete the application is. We submit the plans, valuation, and license details together so nothing sends the file back.
When should inspections be scheduled in Ham Lake?
At least 24 hours ahead. Ham Lake takes inspection requests by phone, by email, and through its new online scheduling system. We book each one a day or more in advance, so the inspector is lined up before the crew needs a sign-off.
Can you replace the roof while tenants are still in the building?
Yes. We work one section or unit at a time, give the manager notice to pass to tenants, and keep entrances and drive lanes open at the end of each shift.
Does restoring a flat roof cost less than replacing it?
In most cases, provided the deck is firm and the insulation hasn’t taken on water. If moisture has worked its way into the roof, covering it would only lock it inside, so we’ll recommend a replacement instead.
What does a commercial roof in Ham Lake cost?
Roof area, the system you choose, drainage work, and the number of rooftop units drive most of the cost. We price after an inspection, and our guide to what Minnesota roofing projects typically cost covers the main factors.