search
cart
facebook twitter linkedin youtube instagram Spotify Podcasts Apple Podcasts Spotify Podcasts Apple Podcasts
  • Sign In
  • Create Account
  • Sign Out
  • My Account
  • NEWS
  • TOPICS
    • Cool Roofing
    • Event News
    • Latinos in Roofing
    • Low Slope
    • Legal
    • Metal
    • Project Profiles
    • Roofing Supply Pro
    • Roofing Safety
    • Steep Slope
    • Sustainable Roofing
    • Technology
  • EXCLUSIVES
    • Best of Success
    • Contractor Profile
    • IRE Show
    • Roofing Contractor of the Year
    • Top 100
    • Young Guns
    • State of the Industry
    • Century Club
  • MULTIMEDIA
    • Videos
    • Podcasts
    • Interactive Spotlights
    • Roofing Quizzes
    • IRE Videos
    • Webinars
    • Photo Galleries
  • PRODUCTS
    • New Products
    • Featured Products
  • COLUMNS
    • Editor's Note
    • Exit Planning
    • Legally Speaking
    • Safety Advice
    • Technical Details
    • Guest Column
  • EVENTS
    • International Roofing Expo
    • Webinars
    • Best of Success Conference
    • Industry Events
  • DIRECTORY
    • Associations
    • Distributors
    • Manufacturer/Supplier
    • Business Services
    • Get Listed
  • MORE
    • Roofing Contractor eNews
    • Techos y Más Advisory Board
    • RC Store
    • Roofing Supply Pro
    • Custom Content & Marketing Services
    • Market Research
    • Sponsor Insights
    • Company Spotlights
    • Classifieds
      • Auctions
      • Business For Sale
      • Business Opportunities
      • Equipment For Sale
      • Positions Available
      • Products
      • Safety
      • Software
      • Services
      • Training
    • Contact Us
  • EMAGAZINE
    • eMagazine
    • Advertise
      • Media Kit
      • Editorial Calendar
      • Contact
    • Archive Issues
  • SIGN UP!

Project Profile: Creekside Condos Get New Roof After Hail Storm

Central-Roofing-Creekside-Condos-1

Home to 126 condo units, Creekside was scheduled for a roof replacement in 2026, but Mother Nature changed those plans with a damaging storm in August of 2020. Photos courtesy of Central Roofing Company.

Central-Roofing-Creekside-Condos-2

For the new roof, Central Roofing installed GAF Ice & Water plus Feltbuster for the underlayment areas. GAF Timberline HDZ shingles were used for the roofing materials.

Central-Roofing-Creekside-Condos-3

Along with being a tall structure that wasn’t easy to access, the design of the structure left the roofers very exposed to winds. 

Central-Roofing-Creekside-Condos-4

“Reaction to the finished project is very positive,” said Jack Drucker, co-chair of the Facilities Committee for the Creekside HOA. “There’s absolutely no doubt that we feel we received a top quality job accomplished on schedule."

Central-Roofing-Creekside-Condos-1
Central-Roofing-Creekside-Condos-2
Central-Roofing-Creekside-Condos-3
Central-Roofing-Creekside-Condos-4
August 13, 2021

MINNEAPOLIS — What do you do with 400,000 old, bent nails as they’re being pulled from a roof? If you’re the team at Central Roofing Company, you take special care to assure they’re not dropped in a nearby stream, in a landscaped courtyard area or on asphalt driveways.

This detail was just one of many dealt with during the reroofing of Creekside Condos after a hailstorm damaged asphalt roofing over the four-story sprawling structure. Home to 126 condo units, Creekside was constructed in 2006. While the building was scheduled for a roof replacement in 2026, Mother Nature changed those plans with a damaging storm in August of 2020. After that, an insurance payout allowed the community to get new roofing.

“Something that impressed us all greatly was that the Central Roofing team took special care in disposing of roofing debris,” said Jack Drucker, co-chair of the Facilities Committee for the Creekside HOA. “They operated in an environmentally conscious way, which is important to all of us since we have a property line that is a boundary of Nine Mile Creek.

“That’s just one example of how the team took special care to minimize disruption to our grounds. The Central Roofing crew worked hard to assure residents could access the garage regularly, and to make sure existing structures, like the screened-in porches, were treated respectfully.”

Rebuilding a Roof

Starting at the beginning of the project in April of 2021, the main roof had to be torn off and completely re-shingled. Dozens of new vents and pipe flashings on the roof were needed, along with some gutters, downspouts and flat metal work where hail damage occurred.

"We came in with the intention of providing a roof that would really last for this multi-family community well into the future,” said Henri Germain, project manager with Central Roofing Company. “This building is very difficult to access. There are only three places where we could ‘touch’ the building with a material handler. Everything had to be carried several hundred feet to these three locations.”

For the new roof, Central Roofing installed GAF Ice & Water plus Feltbuster for the underlayment areas. GAF Timberline HDZ shingles were used for the roofing materials. When it came time to replace the vents, the team installed GAF Advanced Snow Country Ridge vents throughout, plus Broan venting for bathrooms.

Roofing Challenge

As a shingle project, Germain relates that Creekside was a challenging project. Along with being a tall structure that wasn’t easy to access, the design of the structure left the roofers very exposed to winds.

“There are 160 screened-in porches throughout the complex,” said Germain. “These porches are extremely easy to damage during tear-off. The interior courtyard also has nice landscaping that could be damaged. We worked hard to keep all these important areas clear from the old shingles and 400,000 nails that were removed.”

Dedicated Roofing Team

When working on a large project like Creekside, it’s not just the materials that are installed that count. It’s how the roofing team coordinates with condo leadership to make the job go smoothly.

“Henri was frequently on site and gave us ample warning about each stage of the process,” said Drucker, a seven-year resident of Creekside. “This was invaluable so that we could communicate quickly with our residents what they could expect during each day of the project. It was especially helpful that Henri handled so much of the communication and negotiation with the insurance company. Our entire experience with Central Roofing is that the company has hard-working, courteous and professional employees.”

During the month-long reroofing project, Drucker notes that resident concerns over disruption to the grounds and their lives was taken very seriously by Germain and his crew.

“Since Creekside is a 55-plus building, many of our retired residents had time to watch the crew throughout the day,” said Drucker. “They took a variety of videos of crew members moving quickly and seemingly effortlessly with heavy roofing materials on their backs.

“There were many amazed reactions to the work ethics of the roofers. Plus, there were quite a few gasps of wonder and concern about the workers. However, this job was completed with no injuries to workers or residents. Just a dedicated, experienced roofing team doing their job.”

Stand-Out Success

Completed in May of 2021, the new roof over Creekside is a hit with the HOA Board and residents.

“Reaction to the finished project is very positive,” said Drucker. “The shingles are of high quality and reveal a very attractive color and texture. The gutters, downspouts and metal work match nicely to our previously-installed materials. There’s absolutely no doubt that we feel we received a top quality job accomplished on schedule.

"Our property management company originally recommended we hire a third-party to manage this project. However, our committee and the Creekside HOA Board felt that we could work with Henri and his team directly to receive superior service. Our instincts were correct. Central Roofing gave 110% of themselves to this project and we’re extremely pleased with the results.”

KEYWORDS: asphalt shingles Central Roofing hail damage Minnesota project profile

Share This Story

Looking for a reprint of this article?
From high-res PDFs to custom plaques, order your copy today!

Recommended Content

JOIN TODAY
to unlock your recommendations.

Already have an account? Sign In

  • Roofing Contractor Group Publisher Jill Bloom

    Physics, the Power of Authenticity and You

    In February's Publisher's Note, Jill Bloom describes a...
    Editor's Note
    By: Jill Bloom
  • The Family Food Fare supermarket in Midland, Mich.

    ‘Rooftop Ninja’ Discovered Living on Roof, Inside Grocery Sign

    A bizarre tale out of Midland, Mich.: a woman dubbed the...
    Roofing News
    By: Bryan Gottlieb
  • A before and after heat measurement comparison

    How Hot is Too Hot in the Attic?

    If the ventilation is working, how hot should the attic...
    Steep Slope Roofing
    By: Paul Scelsi
You must login or register in order to post a comment.

Report Abusive Comment

Manage My Account
  • eMagazine Subscription
  • Sign Up for the eNewsletter
  • Online Registration
  • Manage My Preferences
  • Subscription Customer Service

More Videos

Sponsored Content

Sponsored Content is a special paid section where industry companies provide high quality, objective, non-commercial content around topics of interest to the Roofing Contractor audience. All Sponsored Content is supplied by the advertising company and any opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and not necessarily reflect the views of Roofing Contractor or its parent company, BNP Media. Interested in participating in our Sponsored Content section? Contact your local rep!

close
  • TAMKO Titan XL Shingles
    Sponsored byTAMKO®

    Built for Business: How Titan XT® Shingles Keep Proving Their Value

  • An overhead view of a residential block
    Sponsored byCBIZ CompuData

    From Spreadsheets to Strategy: How Roofing Companies Can Transform Financial Operations

  • Snow Guard Solutions for Metal Roofs by S-5!
    Sponsored byS-5!

    Safeguard Your Building: How Snow Guards Prevent Costly Roof & Property Damage

Popular Stories

The Home Depot is weighing a bid for GMS. The potential offer would pit the retail giant against QXO Inc.

UPDATE: Home Depot Pushes QXO Out of GMS Pursuit

Florida has become the focal point for construction-site raids, attracting national attention and altering labor dynamics throughout the industry.

Florida Emerges as the Epicenter of ICE Raids

Brad Jacobs, chairman and CEO of QXO, offers $5 billion to acquire GMS, a major distributor of gypsum and interior building products.

QXO Sets Its Sights on GMS in $5 Billion Offer

Roofing Contractor Webinar

Events

December 3, 2025

The Premier Roofing Conference: Best of Success

Join roofing professionals from across the nation at the 2025 Best of Success conference, the ultimate destination for roofing professionals seeking the latest industry insights and networking opportunities. Pick up strategies for critical challenges like workforce shortage with innovative solutions, explore the latest advancements in roofing technology and sustainable practices, and gain valuable insights from industry leaders on navigating the evolving roofing landscape.

View All Submit An Event

Related Articles

  • Centerville 1

    Historic Centerville Home Gets A Brand New Roofing System After Devastating Storm

    See More
  • Napa County Vineyard by Wedge Roofing

    Project Profile: After Three Decades, Acclaimed Napa Winery Gets Roof it Deserves

    See More
  • Versico-Norway Elementary School Project Profile_1

    Project Profile: Reroofing Norway Elementary School After Midwest Derecho

    See More

Related Products

See More Products
  • Gree_Roof_&_Construction_Ma.gif

    Green Roof Construction and Maintenance

  • Green_roof_Systems.gif

    Green Roof Systems: A Guide to the Planning, Design and Construction of Building Over Structure

See More Products

Events

View AllSubmit An Event
  • August 20, 2025

    Win The Storm 2025

    Are you ready to elevate your storm business?Then join us at the new Win the Storm 2025. You’ll take part in three powerful days of industry-shaking secrets, champion-making speakers, and incredible networking opportunities. You’ll connect with the best vendors in roofing. You’ll experience company-shifting talks with trailblazing experts. And you’ll build lasting relationships among your team and with other pros in the storm industry. You can’t miss the new Win the Storm.
View AllSubmit An Event
×

Be in the forefront of the roofing industry!

Join thousands of professionals today. Shouldn’t you know what they know?

JOIN NOW!
  • RESOURCES
    • Advertise
    • Contact Us
    • Directories
    • Store
    • Want More
  • SIGN UP TODAY
    • Create Account
    • eMagazine
    • eNewsletter
    • Customer Service
    • Manage Preferences
  • SERVICES
    • Marketing Services
    • Reprints
    • Market Research
    • List Rental
    • Survey/Respondent Access
  • STAY CONNECTED
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
    • X
  • PRIVACY
    • PRIVACY POLICY
    • TERMS & CONDITIONS
    • DO NOT SELL MY PERSONAL INFORMATION
    • PRIVACY REQUEST
    • ACCESSIBILITY

Copyright ©2025. All Rights Reserved BNP Media.

Design, CMS, Hosting & Web Development :: ePublishing