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Owatonna isn't a small town. With more than 26,000 residents, it's the seat of Steele County and a regional hub built where Interstate 35 crosses Highway 14, which means a roofing problem here is rarely a wait-and-see situation. The same storm systems that sweep east toward Rochester and south down the interstate hit Owatonna first, and the freeze-thaw winters work on shingles all season long. Homes near the historic downtown, out by the Steele County Fairgrounds, and in the newer subdivisions on the city's edges all get the same thing from Gray Duck Roofing: inspection, repair, and replacement from a credentialed local crew, not an out-of-state storm-chaser.
Owatonna takes weather from two directions: the prairie wind and hail that roll in from the west, and the heavy snow loads that pile up over a long Minnesota winter. Ice dams form along the eaves, flashing pulls loose, and the gap between -20° and 90° works every seam loose over time. Gray Duck Roofing handles the entire exterior, so you have one contractor accountable for the whole envelope of your home.
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Real reviews from real homeowners in our community.
"We just had our roof replaced by Gray Duck Roofing, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. I first met Ryan last year when we were just exploring options, and he stuck with us through a long decision-making process—never pushy, always professional, and incredibly patient. "
"Tremendous service and excellent communication. We’ve had plenty of work done on our house over the years and have never had a contractor be so on top of things. Timelines, budgets, team, quality materials. Can’t say enough good things about Ryan’s group. 10/10 recommend."
"Ryan and his crew did a great job on my new roof! Ryan explained everything, was helpful with picking out colors and was able to get me on the schedule quickly. The crew was friendly, did the job fast and did a nice job cleaning everything up, before leaving. Highly recommend!"
"Highly recommend Ryan and his crew! Great communication and very personable. Showed up on time and work completed very fast but thoroughly from inspection to completion. Couldn't have asked for a better experience for a very frustrating and stressful situation."
"We just had our roof replaced by Gray Duck Roofing, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. I first met Ryan last year when we were just exploring options, and he stuck with us through a long decision-making process—never pushy, always professional, and incredibly patient. "
"Tremendous service and excellent communication. We’ve had plenty of work done on our house over the years and have never had a contractor be so on top of things. Timelines, budgets, team, quality materials. Can’t say enough good things about Ryan’s group. 10/10 recommend."
"Ryan and his crew did a great job on my new roof! Ryan explained everything, was helpful with picking out colors and was able to get me on the schedule quickly. The crew was friendly, did the job fast and did a nice job cleaning everything up, before leaving. Highly recommend!"
"Highly recommend Ryan and his crew! Great communication and very personable. Showed up on time and work completed very fast but thoroughly from inspection to completion. Couldn't have asked for a better experience for a very frustrating and stressful situation."
"We just had our roof replaced by Gray Duck Roofing, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. I first met Ryan last year when we were just exploring options, and he stuck with us through a long decision-making process—never pushy, always professional, and incredibly patient. "
"Tremendous service and excellent communication. We’ve had plenty of work done on our house over the years and have never had a contractor be so on top of things. Timelines, budgets, team, quality materials. Can’t say enough good things about Ryan’s group. 10/10 recommend."
"Ryan and his crew did a great job on my new roof! Ryan explained everything, was helpful with picking out colors and was able to get me on the schedule quickly. The crew was friendly, did the job fast and did a nice job cleaning everything up, before leaving. Highly recommend!"
"Highly recommend Ryan and his crew! Great communication and very personable. Showed up on time and work completed very fast but thoroughly from inspection to completion. Couldn't have asked for a better experience for a very frustrating and stressful situation."
"We just had our roof replaced by Gray Duck Roofing, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. I first met Ryan last year when we were just exploring options, and he stuck with us through a long decision-making process—never pushy, always professional, and incredibly patient. "
"Tremendous service and excellent communication. We’ve had plenty of work done on our house over the years and have never had a contractor be so on top of things. Timelines, budgets, team, quality materials. Can’t say enough good things about Ryan’s group. 10/10 recommend."
"Ryan and his crew did a great job on my new roof! Ryan explained everything, was helpful with picking out colors and was able to get me on the schedule quickly. The crew was friendly, did the job fast and did a nice job cleaning everything up, before leaving. Highly recommend!"
"Highly recommend Ryan and his crew! Great communication and very personable. Showed up on time and work completed very fast but thoroughly from inspection to completion. Couldn't have asked for a better experience for a very frustrating and stressful situation."
"We just had our roof replaced by Gray Duck Roofing, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. I first met Ryan last year when we were just exploring options, and he stuck with us through a long decision-making process—never pushy, always professional, and incredibly patient. "
"Tremendous service and excellent communication. We’ve had plenty of work done on our house over the years and have never had a contractor be so on top of things. Timelines, budgets, team, quality materials. Can’t say enough good things about Ryan’s group. 10/10 recommend."
"Ryan and his crew did a great job on my new roof! Ryan explained everything, was helpful with picking out colors and was able to get me on the schedule quickly. The crew was friendly, did the job fast and did a nice job cleaning everything up, before leaving. Highly recommend!"
"Highly recommend Ryan and his crew! Great communication and very personable. Showed up on time and work completed very fast but thoroughly from inspection to completion. Couldn't have asked for a better experience for a very frustrating and stressful situation."
""Ryan and his crew were fantastic! If I could give them 10 stars, I would. They finished the job quickly and the cleanup was so thorough it was like they were never even here. Ryan worked with our busy schedules and helped us make all of our selections online, it was such convenient and easy process. We could not be happier with our new roof!
"Ryan and his crews did an amazing job with everything from handling the insurance right down to the final details. I would highly recommend them."
"Great communication, open to our thoughts and concerns. The house has a large roof as there is a 3 car attached garage. In one day they took off 2 layers, repaired a few bad areas and covered vents no longer used, and finished shingling."
"Very promp and timely service! Knowledgeable and courteous. Our problem was just a clogged gutter and Ryan took care of it quickly. Would definitely recommend Gray Duck Roofing."
""Ryan and his crew were fantastic! If I could give them 10 stars, I would. They finished the job quickly and the cleanup was so thorough it was like they were never even here. Ryan worked with our busy schedules and helped us make all of our selections online, it was such convenient and easy process. We could not be happier with our new roof!
"Ryan and his crews did an amazing job with everything from handling the insurance right down to the final details. I would highly recommend them."
"Great communication, open to our thoughts and concerns. The house has a large roof as there is a 3 car attached garage. In one day they took off 2 layers, repaired a few bad areas and covered vents no longer used, and finished shingling."
"Very promp and timely service! Knowledgeable and courteous. Our problem was just a clogged gutter and Ryan took care of it quickly. Would definitely recommend Gray Duck Roofing."
""Ryan and his crew were fantastic! If I could give them 10 stars, I would. They finished the job quickly and the cleanup was so thorough it was like they were never even here. Ryan worked with our busy schedules and helped us make all of our selections online, it was such convenient and easy process. We could not be happier with our new roof!
"Ryan and his crews did an amazing job with everything from handling the insurance right down to the final details. I would highly recommend them."
"Great communication, open to our thoughts and concerns. The house has a large roof as there is a 3 car attached garage. In one day they took off 2 layers, repaired a few bad areas and covered vents no longer used, and finished shingling."
"Very promp and timely service! Knowledgeable and courteous. Our problem was just a clogged gutter and Ryan took care of it quickly. Would definitely recommend Gray Duck Roofing."
""Ryan and his crew were fantastic! If I could give them 10 stars, I would. They finished the job quickly and the cleanup was so thorough it was like they were never even here. Ryan worked with our busy schedules and helped us make all of our selections online, it was such convenient and easy process. We could not be happier with our new roof!
"Ryan and his crews did an amazing job with everything from handling the insurance right down to the final details. I would highly recommend them."
"Great communication, open to our thoughts and concerns. The house has a large roof as there is a 3 car attached garage. In one day they took off 2 layers, repaired a few bad areas and covered vents no longer used, and finished shingling."
"Very promp and timely service! Knowledgeable and courteous. Our problem was just a clogged gutter and Ryan took care of it quickly. Would definitely recommend Gray Duck Roofing."
""Ryan and his crew were fantastic! If I could give them 10 stars, I would. They finished the job quickly and the cleanup was so thorough it was like they were never even here. Ryan worked with our busy schedules and helped us make all of our selections online, it was such convenient and easy process. We could not be happier with our new roof!
"Ryan and his crews did an amazing job with everything from handling the insurance right down to the final details. I would highly recommend them."
"Great communication, open to our thoughts and concerns. The house has a large roof as there is a 3 car attached garage. In one day they took off 2 layers, repaired a few bad areas and covered vents no longer used, and finished shingling."
"Very promp and timely service! Knowledgeable and courteous. Our problem was just a clogged gutter and Ryan took care of it quickly. Would definitely recommend Gray Duck Roofing."
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Answers to our most popular questions.
Most Owatonna roof replacements run between $8,000 and $16,000. Where yours lands depends on the size and pitch of your roof, the Owens Corning shingle line you choose, and whether we find decking or flashing damage once the old roof is off. Every estimate is itemized component by component, so nothing is hidden inside a single lump-sum line.
Owatonna is roughly 40 minutes from our Rochester shop by Highway 14, and our Eagan team is a straight shot down I-35. After a major hail or wind event we can usually get a free inspection on the calendar within a few days. Storm-week demand stretches the schedule, but Steele County is squarely inside our service area, so you don't get bumped for someone closer to home base.
Yes. We photograph the damage, write up the scope of repair, meet your adjuster on-site, and stay in the conversation until the claim is settled. Hail and wind claims across Steele and Olmsted counties are a core part of what we do, and we know what each carrier needs to see to approve a roof.
Owens Corning Duration shingles are our go-to. The 130 mph wind rating stands up to the open-field gusts that come across the prairie, and the cold-weather flexibility holds up through Minnesota winters. As a certified contractor we'll walk you through the other Owens Corning lines if you want options.
Yes. The City of Owatonna requires a building permit for a roof replacement. Gray Duck Roofing pulls the permit on your behalf and schedules any required inspection, so the project stays code-compliant and the paperwork stays off your plate.
