Roof Replacement in Bloomington, MN

Bloomington is full of 1950s–1970s ramblers and split-levels. Their simple, lower-pitch roofs are some of the most straightforward to replace in the metro, which often keeps asphalt projects in the lower part of the range.

What a new roof costs in Bloomington

In 2026, most Minnesota homeowners should plan for about $11,700–$16,900 to replace an architectural asphalt shingle roof on a 2,000 sq ft home, or $14,900–$21,500 on a 2,500 sq ft home. Standing seam metal typically costs 2–2.5× more.

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What affects roof prices in Bloomington

Simple roof shapes. Long, low gable roofs on ramblers mean fewer valleys and less waste, so labor per square is usually lower than on a cut-up two-story.
Low slopes need the right underlayment. Some mid-century roofs are close to the minimum pitch for shingles. Extra underlayment on low-slope sections is part of doing the job right.
Ice dams on older ramblers. Older ramblers with shallow attics can struggle with ice dams. Improving ventilation during the replacement helps.
Permit required. Bloomington requires a permit to re-roof a home, and its handout notes repairs over one square of roofing also need one.

A building permit is required to replace a roof in Bloomington. City of Bloomington permit information

Bloomington roof replacement FAQ

Can I just put new shingles over the old ones?

Minnesota code limits how many layers a roof can have, and an overlay hides decking problems. Most Bloomington homeowners tear off to the deck, which is what our ranges assume.

Does a small repair need a permit in Bloomington?

The city's re-roofing handout says repairs larger than a 10' × 10' area (one square) need a building permit. Smaller fixes may not, but check with the city if you're unsure.

Are ramblers cheaper to roof?

Usually per square, yes — they're low, simple and easy to walk. A large rambler can still have as much roof area as a two-story home, so total size matters as much as shape.

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Minnesota Roof Quote is a free quote service run by Metzgee. Preliminary planning ranges only, not a binding contractor estimate.