Minneapolis houses in Hennepin County often see flashing fail where the roof meets chimneys or walls. Cold snowy winters drive ice dams that force water behind old lead step flashing. We cut out the damaged pieces and install new 16-ounce copper that holds up when temperatures swing from below zero to summer heat.
Cheap crews skip the hem on the flashing edge and just slap on sealant. That cracks within two seasons once the humid summers expand the metal. We always fold a proper hem and bed it in high-temp caulk rated for 300 degrees so it stays put through the freeze-thaw cycles here.
Hennepin requires a permit when flashing work touches the structural deck on homes over 50 years old. We pull the permit and schedule the inspection the same week. Powderhorn and Camden blocks have a lot of these older roofs where the original tin has rusted through at the valleys.
How long does roof flashing repair take in Minneapolis? We pull the old material, install new pieces, and button up the shingles in four to six hours on a standard two-story. Access on homes near the Stone Arch Bridge or Lake Harriet can add an hour if scaffolding is needed.
Roof Flashing Repair Services We Offer
✓Emergency Roof Flashing Repair Minneapolis
Same-day visit for active leaks around chimneys or skylights using copper step flashing.
✓Chimney Flashing Replacement
Remove rotted counter flashing and install new lead or copper in one visit.
✓Valley Flashing Repair
Cut out failed W-metal and replace with 24-gauge galvanized in under four hours.
✓Skylight Flashing Fix
Re-seal and replace apron flashing on curb-mounted skylights common in Northeast homes.
✓Commercial Roof Flashing Repair
Fix parapet and pitch pocket flashing on flat roofs in the North Loop and Downtown.
✓Ice Dam Flashing Repair
Add extended step flashing and ice-and-water shield after winter damage in Camden and Phillips.
Roof Flashing Repair Cost in Minneapolis, MN
| Service | Typical Range | What Affects It |
|---|---|---|
| Repair chimney flashing on two-story home | $450–$750 | Depends on height and whether decking needs replacement. |
| Fix valley flashing leak | $350–$600 | Lower cost if only one section needs work. |
| Replace skylight flashing | $400–$700 | Includes new apron and step pieces. |
| Commercial parapet flashing repair | $800–$1,400 | Price rises with roof height and square footage. |
| Free estimate for roof flashing repair | Free | Call 24/7 and we schedule the same day or next morning. |
Ranges are typical for Minneapolis, MN and confirmed with an exact written quote before any work starts.
How it works
- 1
Site Check
We walk the roof and attic to find every flashing seam that lets water in, usually 30 minutes.
- 2
Material Pull
Remove damaged flashing and any rotted decking, 45 to 90 minutes depending on access.
- 3
New Install
Cut and bend new copper or galvanized pieces, then weave them into existing shingles.
- 4
Final Seal
Bed all edges in high-temp caulk and check for leaks with a hose test before we leave.
Pricing
Most roof flashing repair jobs in Minneapolis land between $400 and $950.