HOMEOWNER GUIDE A Homeowner’s Guide to Roofing in Hugo, MN Published: September 1, 2026   Read Time: 8 min Hugo is not the town it was twenty-five years ago. In 2000 the population was around 6,400. By 2010 it had more than doubled to over 13,000. That kind of growth means thousands of homes went up […]

HOMEOWNER GUIDE Should You Replace Your Siding at the Same Time as Your Roof? Published: August 20, 2026   Read Time: 7 min It usually comes up during a roof inspection. We are up on the ladder looking at shingles, and the homeowner asks about the siding while we are there. Sometimes the honest answer is […]

AREA GUIDE Roofing in the St. Croix River Valley: Town-by-Town Guide Published: July 30, 2026   Read Time: 8 min The St. Croix River Valley isn’t like the rest of the Twin Cities metro. It’s a string of small river towns, bluff-top neighborhoods, century-old homes, and newer builds tucked into the woods, spread across two states […]

ROOFING GUIDE A Homeowner’s Guide to Roofing in Woodbury, MN Published: July 30, 2026   Read Time: 8 min Every Woodbury home tells its own story. Older ramblers off Radio Drive. Newer builds in Stonemill Farms and Dancing Waters. Larger two-stories with steep pitches and complex rooflines. What ties them all together is the Minnesota weather […]

ROOFING GUIDE A Homeowner’s Guide to Roofing in the Chisago Lakes Area Published: July 21, 2026   Read Time: 8 min Chisago Lakes roofing comes with its own quirks. Older homes near the water. Newer builds along Highway 8. Cabins tucked back on quiet lots. Whether you own a home in Chisago City, Lindstrom, Shafer, Center […]

ROOF REPLACEMENT Roseville Roof Replacement: What Homeowners Should Expect Published: July 10, 2026   Read Time: 5 min If you’re replacing your roof for the first time, you probably have a lot of questions. That’s normal. Most Roseville homeowners only go through the process once or twice in their lifetime. Here’s exactly what you can expect […]

STORM DAMAGE Hail Hit Roseville on June 19th. Here’s What to Check. Published: June 22, 2026   Read Time: 5 min The June 19th storm impacted portions of Roseville, St. Paul, and surrounding communities, with storm intensity varying significantly across the area. If you’re a homeowner in one of the harder-hit neighborhoods, here’s what we’ve seen, […]

STORM DAMAGE Hail Hit Chisago City. Here’s What Homeowners Should Do Next. Published: June 12, 2026   Read Time: 4 min A line of severe thunderstorms tore through Chisago County late on June 10, dropping up to 1.75″ hail and 60 mph winds across Chisago City and the surrounding area. If you’re a homeowner waking up […]

Why Buildtec is the St. Croix Valley’s Secret Weapon Against Hidden Storm Damage As the 2026 spring real estate market heats up, homeowners across western Wisconsin and the St. Croix Valley are looking for ways to maximize their property’s value.  Buildtec, an A+ BBB-rated exterior contractor based in Stillwater, is sharing the season’s top curb […]

Why Buildtec is the St. Croix Valley’s Secret Weapon Against Hidden Storm Damage It won’t be long now before storms rattle windows across the St. Croix Valley. After those storms pass, the immediate concern for western Wisconsin homeowners in Hudson, New Richmond and River Falls is usually the visible mess. However, once the clouds part, […]

Transforming Homes in Woodbury: A Seamless Residential Roof & Siding Replacement Project In the heart of Woodbury, Minnesota, where the rolling landscapes meet the demands of Midwestern weather, homeowners sought a reliable partner to revitalize their cherished two-story residence. At Buildtec, a family-owned and operated full-service roofing company, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional residential […]