Minnesota had an unusually hot summer, and that heat may have accelerated deterioration on aging commercial flat roofs. According to the Minnesota DNR, July 2026 was approximately 4.3°F above normal statewide, making it one of Minnesota’s hottest Julys on record. The Twin Cities also experienced 10 consecutive days at or above 90°F. Read more about […]
At first glance, this looked like a typical commercial roof replacement. It wasn’t. Raymie Johnson Estates, located in Oak Park Heights next to Stillwater, Minnesota, is an affordable apartment complex that houses residents aged 62 and older and individuals with disabilities. The building’s aging hot-asphalt built-up roof had reached the point where it needed replacement. […]
Your commercial roof is one of the largest investments protecting your building, tenants, equipment, and daily operations. Yet many building owners don’t think about their roof until a leak appears. The reality is that regular maintenance is one of the most cost-effective ways to extend the life of commercial flat roofs while helping avoid costly […]
Protect Your Investment Before You Buy Rayco Construction provides complimentary due diligence roof inspections for our clients—because you should never have to guess about the condition of your roof. We believe you should understand exactly what you’re buying before making a major decision—not after. Our inspections are designed to give you clear, honest information so you can move forward with confidence. […]
Material Prices & Labor Costs Slowly Rising If you own or manage a commercial property in the Minneapolis / St Paul area, you may be wondering: Are roofing prices going up again in 2026? Roofing Material Costs are going up 4-6% After years of massive increases between 2020–2023, material pricing for commercial flat roofs has largely stabilized moving from 2024 into 2026. As of March 2026, roofing […]
The Freeze–Thaw Cycle Is Taking a Serious Toll on Commercial Flat Roofs Many property owners in St. Paul and throughout the Twin Cities entered 2026 believing their commercial flat roofs still had three to five years of life remaining. Then the leaks started. Now they’re facing an unexpected reality: full roof replacement. What changed? The […]
