Your roof takes more abuse than any other part of your home — Manitoba’s -40°C winters, summer hail, UV exposure, and ice damming all take their toll. If your shingles are curling, your granules are washing into the eavestroughs, or you’re dealing with leaks after every heavy rain, it’s probably time. Modern Renovations handles full roof replacements and new installations across Winnipeg and southern Manitoba. We tear off the old roof, inspect the decking underneath, fix any damage, and install a roofing system that’s built to handle what this climate throws at it.
We don’t do overlays — laying new shingles on top of old ones. It hides problems, adds unnecessary weight to your roof structure, and voids most manufacturer warranties. Every replacement starts with a full tear-off down to the decking.
Once the old shingles are off, we inspect every inch of the roof deck for soft spots, rot, water damage, and any structural issues. If we find damaged plywood or OSB, we replace those sections before anything new goes on. Then we install ice and water shield along the eaves and valleys, synthetic underlayment across the full deck, proper flashing around chimneys, vents, and wall transitions, new drip edge at the eaves and rakes, and your chosen shingle or metal roofing system.
We also assess your attic ventilation during every roof project. Proper intake (through your soffit) and exhaust (through roof vents or a ridge vent) keeps your attic temperature regulated and is critical for preventing ice dams and extending shingle life in Manitoba.
The most common roofing material in Winnipeg. Modern architectural shingles are thicker and more wind-resistant than the 3-tab shingles that went on most homes 20 to 30 years ago. They come in a wide range of colours and profiles, carry wind ratings up to 210 km/h, and most premium lines offer 30 to 50 year warranties. We work with trusted brands that are proven performers in cold climates.
Metal roofing is gaining popularity in Manitoba for its longevity, snow-shedding ability, and virtually maintenance-free performance. A properly installed metal roof can last 50+ years and handles heavy snow loads, ice, and hail better than asphalt. It costs more upfront, but for homeowners who plan to stay in their home long-term, the math works out.
Not every roofing issue means a full replacement. But if you’re seeing multiple signs at once, repairs won’t buy you much time. Watch for shingles that are curling, cracking, or missing entirely, significant granule loss — check your eavestroughs for black grit buildup, daylight visible through your attic ceiling, water stains or active leaks in your attic or top-floor ceilings, sagging or uneven sections on the roof surface, and a roof that’s 20+ years old with original shingles.
If your roof was damaged by a hail storm, we can do a thorough inspection and help you navigate the insurance claim process if needed.
We’re exterior specialists — roofing is one part of what we do alongside siding, soffit, fascia, and eavestroughs. That means if your roof replacement uncovers damaged fascia or your eavestroughs need replacing at the same time, one crew handles everything. You don’t need to coordinate multiple contractors or deal with finger-pointing between trades.
Owner Josh Vokey manages every roofing project, and our crews are experienced with Manitoba’s specific roofing challenges — ice and water shield placement in our climate, proper ventilation for our temperature extremes, and fastening patterns that meet local wind load requirements.
Every roof installation comes with our 5-year workmanship warranty, on top of whatever manufacturer warranty your chosen product carries.
It varies based on the size of your roof, pitch, complexity (dormers, valleys, chimneys), accessibility, and the material you choose. Asphalt shingle roofs are less per square foot than metal. We provide free, detailed estimates specific to your home — not a ballpark number over the phone.
Most residential roofs in Winnipeg take 1 to 3 days, depending on the size of the home, the complexity of the roof, and weather conditions. We’ll give you a clear timeline before we start.
It’s possible but not ideal. Shingles need warm enough temperatures for the adhesive strips to seal properly. We can install in cooler weather with hand-sealing, but we generally recommend scheduling roof replacements between late spring and early fall for the best long-term result.
Not necessarily. Most of the work happens outside, and we don’t need access to the interior of your home in most cases. We’ll coordinate with you on start time and let you know when we’re wrapping up.
If your roof is showing its age or you’ve had storm damage, give us a call. We’ll come out, inspect it, and give you a straight answer on what it needs. Modern Renovations serves Winnipeg, East St. Paul, West St. Paul, Stonewall, Selkirk, and communities across southern Manitoba.