Storm Restoration in Big Lake, MN
From the Emergency Tarp to the Final Coat of Paint
Hailstones measuring 4 inches fell near County Road 39 in Big Lake, MN just after midnight on July 13, 2024, and gusts of 45 to 62 mph rode the same system across the region. Curtis C Contracting LLC delivers storm restoration here and in Elk River and Becker: emergency board-up and roof tarping, hail-damaged shingle replacement, siding and soffit work, impact-broken windows and doors, ice dam correction, and framing repair where a falling tree opened up a roof.
Documentation carries as much weight as the repair itself, so we photograph every elevation, record measurements and hand your adjuster an itemized estimate we can walk through on site. We hold Minnesota residential building contractor license BC808587 and BBB A+ accreditation, answer 24-hour emergency calls when a roof opens up overnight, and bring 30 years of hands-on roofing, siding and carpentry work to the rebuild that follows. Estimates cost nothing, and the contact page is where yours begins.
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Storm Damage Restoration We Handle
Emergency Board-Up and Roof Tarping
Plywood goes over broken glass and reinforced tarp over torn decking within hours of the call, because a second loss begins the moment rain reaches insulation. Openings get sealed at the point of entry, then photographed before permanent repairs are scheduled.
Hail-Damaged Roof Replacement
Bruised shingles shed granules and fail early even when the roof looks intact from the driveway. Tear off runs to the deck, ice barrier extends from the eave to 24 inches inside the exterior wall line, and every strip shingle takes 4 nails.
Siding, Soffit and Fascia Replacement
Wind-driven hail cracks vinyl and dents steel on the exposed elevations first, so test panels come off to check sheathing and housewrap behind. Replacement runs course by course with new J-channel, soffit vents kept open and fascia flashed back to the drip edge.
Storm-Damaged Window and Door Replacement
Impact breaks glass, bends sashes and racks frames that keep leaking air long after new glazing goes in. Rough openings come back to square, a sill pan goes in, head and jambs flash into the weather barrier, and interior casing and trim follow.
Ice Dam Repair and Attic Ventilation Correction
Meltwater backing up behind a ridge of ice finds nail holes and lap seams, staining the ceilings below. Repairs pair fresh ice barrier at the eaves with attic ventilation restored to 1 square foot of net free area for every 150 square feet.
Tree Strike and Structural Repair
Falling limbs break rafters, split top plates and rack walls in ways no shingle patch will fix. Damaged members get sistered or replaced, walls come back to square, and roof loading returns to a path that carries the 50 psf ground snow load.
Why Choose Us for Storm Restoration
A 24-Hour Call Answered Before the Rain Gets In
Storms rarely wait for business hours, and the distance between a stained ceiling and a gutted room is often the tarp that went on at 2 a.m. Our line stays open every day of the year for board-up and temporary weatherproofing.
Photographs and Itemized Estimates Your Adjuster Can Follow
Adjusters move faster on files that arrive complete, so dated photos of every slope and elevation go in alongside measurements and a line-item estimate. We meet the adjuster at the house and walk the damage together, without interpreting your policy for you.
No Gaps Between the Roof Work and the Interior Trades
Splitting a roof between one contractor and the interior between another leaves gaps where nobody owns the flashing detail. As general contractor we hold the entire scope: framing repair, roofing, siding, windows, drywall, paint and trim under a single schedule.
Your Cancellation Rights Spelled Out in Writing
Minnesota law lets you cancel a repair contract paid from insurance proceeds within 72 hours of a denial, and within 10 business days of assigning benefits to a contractor. Both windows appear in our paperwork, in plain language, before anyone signs anything.
Current Code Details Instead of the Ones That Failed
Rebuilding restores what was there while meeting the 2020 residential code, which means ice barrier at the eaves, correct underlayment laps and fastener counts throughout. Older roofs often lacked those details, and a storm rebuild is the moment to correct that.
Debris Hauled Out and the Yard Magnet Swept
Nails scattered across a lawn find tires and bare feet for years after a tear off, so the ground gets swept with a rolling magnet at the end of every workday. Shingle debris, broken glass and packaging leave in our dumpster.
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Getting the House Watertight and Then Getting It Right
A tarp buys you a night of sleep, but the rebuild decides whether the next hailstorm finds the same thin flashing and starved ventilation waiting for it. Curtis C Contracting LLC
works both ends in Big Lake, MN: board-up on the night it happens, then roofing, siding, windows, framing repair and interior finishes brought back under one permit and one schedule. We photograph the damage, write an itemized estimate and meet your adjuster at the house, so nothing slips between the first visit and the final walkthrough. When you are ready to talk through repairs, request a free quote through our contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my roof has hail damage?
Look for dark bruises where granules were knocked loose, dents in soft metals like vents and gutter aprons, and spatter marks on siding and window wraps. Bruised asphalt feels spongy under a thumb, and damage often hides from ground level.
What should I do first after a storm damages my house?
Photograph everything before touching it, then get water out of the building with tarps or plywood over openings and notify your insurer. Curtis C. Contracting responds around the clock in Big Lake, MN for emergency board-up and temporary roof cover.
How long do you have to file an insurance claim after storm damage?
Most policies expect prompt notice and many set an outside limit of 1 to 2 years on storm losses, so check your declarations page. Once notified, a Minnesota insurer must acknowledge the claim within 10 business days and decide within 30.
What is the difference between storm damage and normal wear and tear?
Storm damage shows a sudden, datable pattern: fresh bruising, directional creasing, broken seals concentrated on one exposed slope. Wear arrives gradually and evenly across the whole roof as granules thin and mats age out. Adjusters weigh that distinction heavily.
Can I replace just part of my roof?
Partial replacement works when damage stays confined to one slope and matching shingles are still in production. Blending new courses into weathered ones usually shows, though, and a tie-in rarely carries the same manufacturer warranty as a full replacement does.
What causes ice dams and how do you prevent them?
Heat escaping into the attic melts snow that refreezes at the cold eave, building a ridge that backs water up under shingles. Prevention means air sealing the ceiling plane, adding attic insulation, and restoring balanced intake and exhaust ventilation.
Will insurance match undamaged siding to the repaired area?
No Minnesota statute requires matching, so the answer rests entirely on your policy wording. Some policies pay for reasonable uniformity across an elevation, others cover only the damaged sections. Documenting what exists is our part; applying the language is the insurer's.
Why shouldn't I remove ice dams myself?
Chipping ice with a hammer or hatchet punches holes through shingles and flashing, and ladders set on icy ground send people to the emergency room. Curtis C. Contracting repairs ice dam damage and corrects ventilation in Big Lake, MN after the thaw.