Minnesota Spring Storm Prep: How to Protect Your Roof, Siding, Gutters, and Windows Before the Weather Hits

by Legacy Construction | Jun 3, 2026 | Blog, Decking, Gutters, Roof Damage, Roof Storm Damage, Roofing, Siding, Storm Damage, Windows

Minnesota skips the warm-up when it comes to storms. One afternoon it’s sunny and 60 degrees, and by evening the sky turns green and your phone is buzzing with severe weather warnings. After months of freeze-thaw cycles and temperature extremes, your home’s...

When Should You File a Roof Insurance Claim?

by Legacy Construction | Feb 17, 2026 | Blog, Roof Damage, Roof maintenance, Roof Repair, Roof Storm Damage, Roofing, Storm Damage

Spring in Minnesota brings relief from snow, along with a familiar shift in weather patterns. As storms return, so do roofing contractors moving through neighborhoods, sometimes knocking on doors with fast answers and faster timelines. For homeowners, that moment...

Will Insurance Cover My Roof Replacement?

by Legacy Construction | Sep 9, 2025 | Blog, Roof Replacement, Storm Damage

  After a Minnesota storm rolls through, many homeowners are bound to experience damage to their roofs. The big question after every storm is: Will my insurance cover the cost of replacing my roof? It’s a fair question, and the answer often depends on the...

How to Tell If You Have Hail Damage on Your Minnesota Home

by Legacy Construction | Jun 1, 2025 | Blog, Roofing, Storm Damage

  When a big Minnesota storm rolls through, hail can come fast and leave behind more damage than you might expect. While it’s easy to spot a broken window or dented car, the damage hail can do to your roof isn’t always obvious. Even worse, if it’s left unchecked,...

Should I File an Insurance Claim on My Roof?

by Legacy Construction | May 23, 2025 | Blog, Insured Roofers, Roof Storm Damage, Storm Damage

  Minnesota storms don’t mess around. One minute, it’s sunny skies. The next? Golf ball-sized hail, 60-mph winds, and heavy rain. If you’ve just weathered a storm and noticed signs of roof damage, your first question is probably:   “Should I file an insurance...

8/11: Twin Cities Faces Barrage of Golf Ball-Sized Hail

by Legacy Construction | Sep 7, 2023 | Blog, Local News, Storm Damage, Twin Cities

Last month, residents in the Twin Cities experienced some severe weather as this major storm season continues to ramp up. Here’s the overview of what occurred: What: Hail, 2-4 in. diameter When: August 11, 2023 Where: Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN What It Means for...