Roofing Replacement in Michigan
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Roof Replacement in Michigan — What the Climate Demands
Michigan roofs face four distinct challenges — and most roofing companies only talk about one of them.
Lake-effect snow from Lakes Superior, Michigan, Huron, and Erie creates heavy, wet snowfall that accumulates faster and heavier than standard snowfall events. The Upper Peninsula and western Michigan shoreline communities bear the most intense lake-effect exposure, but all of Michigan deals with significant snowfall load through December, January, and February. That load stresses roof decking, particularly in older homes where the original sheathing was never designed for sustained heavy accumulation.
Ice dams are the second Michigan roofing hazard — and they’re directly connected to lake-effect snow. Ice dams form when attic heat melts snow near the ridge, the meltwater runs down to the cold eaves, and refreezes into a barrier that backs water under shingles. Proper attic ventilation is the primary prevention, and our roofing installation includes ice and water shield at the eave locations most vulnerable to dam formation.
Michigan’s hail season peaks in May through September and produces some of the largest hail events in the Great Lakes region. Standard architectural shingles sustain granule loss on hail impacts that accelerates UV degradation and shingle failure. Our Smart Choice Series Core4 Advanced Polymer shingles carry Class 4 impact resistance — tested against 2-inch hailstones — because Michigan’s hail environment demands it.
The freeze-thaw cycle that Michigan experiences dozens of times every winter stresses every component of a roofing system: the shingles, the flashing, the seals around penetrations, and the decking itself. A roofing system installed without attention to these specifics will show problems within years, not decades.
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977 E. 14 Mile Rd.
Troy, MI 48083
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Why Michigan Homeowners Choose HANSONS for Roofing
HANSONS has been replacing roofs across Michigan for over 35 years — longer than most roofing companies in this state have existed. We’ve replaced roofs in every kind of Michigan weather: lake-effect blizzards, spring hail storms, the ice dam events that form when attic heat and Great Lakes cold collide at the eaves, and the sustained heavy snow loads that test decking and ventilation systems through months of winter. We know what Michigan roofs are up against, and we know what it takes to install a roof that holds up through it.
Every HANSONS roof installation on Smart Choice and Premium Series comes with a Transferable Lifetime Guarantee — backed by our Troy office, serving the Metro Detroit area and surrounding Michigan communities. We’re BBB A+ accredited and 5-star rated. If anything ever goes wrong, we fix it. Call us 24/7 at (248) 633-8146.
Benefits of HANSONS Roofing in Michigan
Storm Damage Assessment and Insurance Claims
Michigan’s combination of hail, wind, and ice events makes storm-damaged roofs a regular occurrence. If your roof was damaged in a recent storm, call us before you call your insurance company — we assess the damage, help you document it correctly, and can guide you through the claims process.
Ice Dam Protection
HANSONS roofing installation includes ice and water shield at eave locations — a critical layer of protection in Michigan’s lake-effect winter environment that prevents the water infiltration ice dams cause when they form behind a standard drip edge installation.
Class 4 Impact Resistance
Our Smart Choice and Premium Series shingles carry Class 4 impact ratings — the highest available — because Michigan’s hail frequency in the Great Lakes region demands it. Standard 90 MPH shingles are the minimum. Class 4-rated roofing also qualifies many Michigan homeowners for insurance premium discounts of 10 to 25% — ask your carrier about eligibility when you schedule your estimate.
Year-Round Installation (Weather Permitting)
We install roofing year-round with weather-dependent postponements. Michigan’s winters mean postponements are more common from December through February. We make postponement calls the morning of your installation.
Metal Roofing in Michigan — A Different Answer for a Different Homeowner
HANSONS now installs metal roofing in Michigan — and it’s worth understanding where metal makes sense versus where Class 4 asphalt is the better specification.
Metal roofing has genuine advantages in Michigan’s climate. A standing-seam metal roof sheds lake-effect snow rather than accumulating it — the smooth surface and steep interlock don’t give snow a foothold the way textured asphalt shingles do. Ice dam formation is significantly reduced on metal because there’s no shingle-to-shingle overlap where backing water can penetrate. Metal roofing also carries a lifespan expectation of 40 to 70 years versus 25 to 30 years for asphalt — meaningful in a climate that accelerates shingle aging.
Where asphalt remains the right answer: for most Michigan homeowners replacing a standard asphalt roof, our Smart Choice Series Class 4 impact-rated shingles deliver the performance this climate requires at a cost point that fits most budgets. Metal roofing carries a higher upfront investment and is best suited to homeowners planning to stay in their home long-term or seeking the maximum roof lifespan available.
Your HANSONS estimator can walk you through both options at your free estimate — including the performance trade-offs and the cost difference — so you make the right choice for your home and your situation.
How Much Does a New Roof Cost in Michigan?
Roof size and complexity. Roofing is priced by the square (100 square feet of roof surface). A straightforward gable roof costs less per square than a complex multi-pitch roof with dormers, valleys, skylights, and multiple penetrations. Each additional flashing point adds labor time.
Product series. Classic, Smart Choice, and Premium Series represent meaningfully different performance levels. For Michigan’s Great Lakes lake-effect snow, ice dams, extreme freeze-thaw cycling, hail season, Smart Choice and Premium are the appropriate specifications.
Decking condition. After tear-off, we inspect the decking. If we find rotted or damaged sheathing — more common in states with heavy moisture exposure and Michigan’s climate — it needs to be addressed before the new system goes on. We communicate before proceeding.
Storm damage scope. If your roof was damaged in a recent storm, the extent of that damage — shingle replacement only vs. decking repair or full replacement — affects the project cost. Your insurance adjuster and HANSONS estimator will assess together.
Your free HANSONS estimate gives you an exact number for your Michigan home — no obligation, no cost.
Roof Replacement Across Michigan — HANSONS Service Area
HANSONS installs roofing throughout Michigan from our Troy / Metro Detroit office at 977 E. 14 Mile Rd., Troy, MI 48083. Call (248) 633-8146 or 1-888-497-8930 anytime.
- Metro Detroit & Southeast Michigan: Detroit, Troy, Warren, Sterling Heights, Livonia, Dearborn, Southfield, Farmington Hills, Auburn Hills, Clinton Township, Shelby Township, Macomb
- Oakland County: Royal Oak, Pontiac, Bloomfield Hills, Rochester Hills, Waterford, West Bloomfield
- Washtenaw County: Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Saline
- Genesee County: Flint, Grand Blanc, Burton, Davison
- Capital Region: Lansing, East Lansing, Okemos
- West Michigan: Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Holland, Portage, Battle Creek
- Additional communities: Saginaw, Bay City, Monroe, Jackson and surrounding areas
Not sure if we serve your address? Call 1-888-497-8930 and we’ll confirm immediately.
Michigan Roofing Questions — Answered
Roofing is priced by the square (100 square feet of roof surface). Cost depends on your roof’s size and complexity, the product series, and any decking repairs needed after tear-off. Michigan’s older housing stock — particularly in Metro Detroit, Flint, and Lansing — often requires decking repair that newer construction doesn’t. Your free HANSONS estimate gives you an exact number before you commit.
Class 4 impact-rated shingles are the appropriate specification for Michigan’s climate. Our Smart Choice Series uses Core4 Advanced Polymer shingles — a rubberized material engineered to resist hail impact and won’t curl or crack through Michigan’s freeze-thaw cycling. 150 MPH wind resistance protects against Michigan’s significant storm wind events.
Yes. Michigan’s hail season, lake-effect wind events, and ice dam damage make storm-damaged roofs one of the most common roofing needs we see. We assess damage, help you document it for insurance claims, and replace damaged roofing across Metro Detroit and Michigan.
An ice dam forms when heat escaping through your attic melts snow near the ridge and that water refreezes at the cold eaves, creating an ice barrier. Water backs up behind it, gets under shingles, and enters the attic and wall cavity. HANSONS roofing installation includes ice and water shield at eave locations specifically to prevent this failure mode.
HANSONS serves Michigan from our Troy office at 977 E. 14 Mile Rd., Troy, MI 48083. We install roofing across Metro Detroit, Southeast Michigan, and many surrounding communities. Call (248) 633-8146 to confirm service to your specific Michigan address.
Most Michigan residential roof replacements complete in one to two days. Weather-related postponements occur more frequently from December through February due to Michigan’s lake-effect winter conditions. We communicate any changes on the morning of your installation.
Our Smart Choice and Premium Series roofing carries a Transferable Lifetime Guarantee. If your roof leaks due to a manufacturer defect, we fix it — for as long as you own your Michigan home. Transfers to subsequent owners at resale.
Yes, with weather-dependent postponements. Extreme cold, ice, heavy snow, or high winds require rescheduling for the safety of your home and our crews. We make that call the morning of your installation.
Many Michigan homeowners’ insurance carriers offer premium discounts of 10 to 25% for Class 4 impact-rated roofing — the highest available impact resistance for asphalt shingles. HANSONS Smart Choice and Premium Series both carry Class 4 ratings. Ask your insurance carrier about discount eligibility when you schedule your free estimate — in Michigan’s hail environment, the savings over the life of the policy can be meaningful.
Yes. HANSONS now installs metal roofing in Michigan alongside our Class 4 impact-rated asphalt shingle options. Metal roofing has specific advantages for Michigan’s climate — snow shedding, reduced ice dam formation, and a longer lifespan — but carries a higher upfront investment. Your estimator will walk you through both options and the performance trade-offs at your free estimate. Learn more at hansons.com/metal-roofing.
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