EXTERIOR CONTRACTOR MINNETONKA MN
Exterior Contractor in Minnetonka — This Is Our Backyard
Lakeside Exteriors is headquartered right here on County Rd 101 in Minnetonka. We serve Minnetonka homeowners with window installation, siding, roofing, deck replacement, sliding door replacement, and storm damage repair — from the same crew that works your neighborhood every week.
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MINNETONKA'S LOCAL EXTERIOR CONTRACTOR
Based Right Here on County Rd 101 — Minnetonka Is Our Home Market
Most contractors tell you they serve your area. Lakeside Exteriors is actually based here. Our office is at 4737 County Rd 101, Suite 241 — right in the heart of Minnetonka, a few miles from Tonkawood, Ridgedale, Sherwood Forest, and the Lake Minnetonka shoreline neighborhoods we work in every week. When you call us, the person who picks up knows exactly where your street is.
Minnetonka's housing spans more construction eras than most Twin Cities suburbs. The city's oldest residential stock — mid-century ramblers near Glen Lake and along Minnetonka Blvd — has original aluminum frames and siding that's been in place for 60 or 70 years. The 1970s and 1980s colonials throughout Ridgedale and the Williston area have early insulated glass that's quietly failing right now. Lake Minnetonka shoreline homes deal with humidity exposure that accelerates frame and siding deterioration faster than any inland property. And the newer executive builds off County Rd 101 and Hwy 7 have builder-grade systems from the early 2000s hitting the end of their rated life.
Every project starts with a free in-home estimate and a written, itemized quote — no ballpark numbers, no surprise charges on the bill. One project manager, one crew, one call when you have a question. That's how we've worked since day one and it doesn't change based on the size of the job.
Serving all of Minnetonka:
Tonkawood, Ridgedale, Sherwood Forest, Glen Lake, Williston, Hopkins Crossroads, Lake Minnetonka shoreline, County Rd 101 corridor, Hwy 7 and Hwy 62 areas, and surrounding communities including Wayzata, Deephaven, Shorewood, Orono, Chanhassen, and Plymouth. Get your free estimate today.
WHAT WE DO
Exterior Services in Minnetonka, MN
We replace drafty, fogged, and aluminum-framed windows across every Minnetonka neighborhood — from Glen Lake ramblers and Ridgedale colonials to Lake Minnetonka shoreline homes and executive builds off County Rd 101. Every opening is measured individually, every product is matched to the home's era and construction type, and every install is sealed for Hennepin County winters.
James Hardie fiber cement and premium vinyl siding installed for Minnetonka homes — matched to your neighborhood's profile and built for Minnesota freeze-thaw cycles. For Minnetonka's shoreline properties where moisture exposure is higher, James Hardie is the significantly stronger long-term choice over vinyl. For inland colonials and ramblers, both are strong options depending on budget and finish preference.
GAF and Owens Corning roofing systems installed with proper decking inspection, ventilation review, flashing, and ice shield — every time, on every job. Minnetonka roofs deal with freeze-thaw cycles, ice dams, and spring hail. We handle the full replacement and work directly with insurance companies when storm damage is involved and a claim needs to be filed.
Minnetonka decks — especially the pressure-treated wood decks on 1980s and 1990s colonials and the older lake decks on shoreline properties — take a hard beating from snow loads, ice, and the freeze-thaw cycle. We rebuild with composite or treated wood systems, proper structural framing, secure footings, and code-compliant railings built to hold up through years of Hennepin County seasons.
Patio Door Replacement
Drafty patio doors and sliding glass doors on Minnetonka homes — especially lake properties and 1980s colonials where the original sliding doors have been in place for 30 to 40 years — lose heat fast and often no longer lock securely. We install Pella, Andersen, Marvin, and ProVia sliding and patio doors built to seal tight and operate cleanly through every Minnesota season.
Hail and wind damage roofs, siding, and windows in Minnetonka every spring. We provide free storm damage inspections, document everything for your insurance company, and handle the full exterior repair once the claim is approved. No charge for the inspection. Minnetonka homeowners can also start a storm damage review at our dedicated Minnetonka storm guide.
SERVING ALL OF MINNETONKA
Neighborhoods in Minnetonka We Work In
Minnetonka spans 27 square miles with housing that ranges from 1950s ramblers to brand-new executive builds. Lakeside works across the whole city and the surrounding west metro corridor.
Areas and Neighborhoods Lakeside Works In
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Tonkawood — core Minnetonka neighborhood with dense 1970s and 1980s colonial stock where full-home window replacements are increasingly common as builder-grade glass hits its failure point
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Ridgedale area — the city's residential center with a mix of mid-century and 1980s construction where exterior systems across the neighborhood are failing on the same timeline
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Sherwood Forest — established neighborhood with a mix of eras and housing types near the Lake Minnetonka area where moisture exposure is a factor in exterior longevity
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Glen Lake neighborhoods — some of Minnetonka's oldest residential stock where original aluminum frames are nearly universal and full-home replacements are the norm
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Lake Minnetonka shoreline — original cabins and lake homes where non-standard openings, humidity exposure, and conversion from seasonal to year-round use define the project requirements
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County Rd 101 and Hwy 7 corridors — newer executive builds and updated homes where larger openings, higher finish expectations, and quieter failure modes call for a different product approach
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Surrounding communities — Wayzata, Orono, Deephaven, Shorewood, Chanhassen, and Plymouth
COMMON QUESTIONS
Questions About Exterior Work in Minnetonka
Does Lakeside Exteriors serve Minnetonka, MN?
Yes — and Minnetonka is home base. Lakeside Exteriors is headquartered at 4737 County Rd 101, Suite 241 in Minnetonka. The team serves Minnetonka homeowners with window installation, siding replacement, roof replacement, deck replacement, sliding door replacement, and storm damage repair. Every project starts with a free in-home estimate and a fully itemized quote before any work begins. No vague ballpark numbers, no surprise charges once work starts.
What window problems are most common in Minnetonka homes?
Minnetonka's housing spans several construction eras, each with its own failure mode. In the mid-century ramblers and split-levels near Glen Lake and along Minnetonka Blvd, original aluminum frames that conduct cold straight through the frame are the most common issue. In the 1970s and 1980s colonials in Tonkawood and Ridgedale, early insulated glass seal failures — fog between the panes, rising heating bills — are typical. In Lake Minnetonka shoreline homes, humidity exposure accelerates frame rot and seal failure faster than any inland property. In newer executive builds off County Rd 101 and Hwy 7, builder-grade glass from the early 2000s is hitting the end of its rated life earlier than most owners expect.
How much do exterior services cost in Minnetonka?
Window replacement in Minnetonka typically runs $500 to $1,400 per window, with a full-home project on a mid-century rambler falling between $8,000 and $20,000. Siding replacement on a standard Minnetonka colonial or split-level typically runs $12,000 to $28,000 depending on home size and material choice. Roof replacement usually falls between $10,000 and $22,000. Deck replacement ranges from $8,000 to $25,000 depending on size, material, and structural requirements. Every project gets a fully itemized quote after a free in-home inspection — no ballpark estimates and no charges that appear after work starts. Call (651) 431-1877 or request an estimate online.
What siding works best for Minnetonka lake homes and shoreline properties?
For Minnetonka's Lake Minnetonka shoreline homes, James Hardie fiber cement is the significantly stronger long-term choice over vinyl. Lake humidity exposure accelerates moisture penetration into vinyl over time — fiber cement resists it, handles hail better, and won't warp or crack through the temperature swings Minnetonka shoreline properties deal with year-round. For inland Minnetonka ramblers and colonials where moisture exposure is lower, both James Hardie and quality ProVia vinyl are strong fits. Both last 30 to 50 years with proper installation.
Does Lakeside help Minnetonka homeowners with storm damage insurance claims?
Yes. Lakeside Exteriors provides free storm damage inspections for Minnetonka homeowners after hail or wind events. The team documents damage with photos and measurements, works directly with the homeowner's insurance company to support the claim, and handles the full exterior repair — windows, siding, and roofing — once the claim is approved. There is no charge for the inspection. Minnetonka homeowners can also start a storm damage review at lakesideexteriorsmn.com/minnetonka-mn-storm-damage-guide.
Is Lakeside Exteriors licensed to work in Minnetonka?
Yes. Lakeside Exteriors is fully licensed and insured in Minnesota under MN Contractor License CR807029. The company is BBB Accredited, 5-star Google reviewed, and certified by Pella, Andersen, Marvin, James Hardie, GAF, and Owens Corning. All work in Minnetonka follows City of Minnetonka and Hennepin County building requirements, including permit coordination when required.
Does Lakeside serve Minnetonka Beach and surrounding lake communities?
Yes. In addition to Minnetonka proper, Lakeside serves Minnetonka Beach, Deephaven, Excelsior, Wayzata, and the surrounding lake communities along Lake Minnetonka's shoreline.
Ready to Get Started in Minnetonka?
Get a free estimate with no pressure and no vague numbers. We'll come out, take a look at every window, every piece of siding, every corner of the roof, and give you a written itemized quote before anything starts. Windows, siding, roofing, decks, sliding doors, and storm damage — one crew, one call, right here in Minnetonka.
Or call us at (651)-431-1877