About Collins Roofing and Sheet Metal
At Collins Roofing & Sheet Metal, we believe that excellence is built, not bought.
Our story began on November 4th, 2011, when founder Jeff Collins made the bold move to start a roofing company rooted in craftsmanship, accountability, and local values.
Though originally trained to be a teacher, Jeff shifted gears, believing that entrepreneurship would challenge him in ways that would foster personal and professional growth.
Jeff in the early years.
A Leader in Metal Roofing Innovation
Since 2015, we’ve specialized in manufacturing and installing custom seamless metal roof systems, including the structural-grade 238T standing seam system.
We roll our panels onsite using portable rollforming machines—eliminating endlaps, reducing waste, and delivering unmatched precision and performance.
We also pioneered energy-efficient techniques like using foam insulation and airflow control to stop ice dams in their tracks—saving clients money and preventing damage.
Over a Decade of Growth
Over the past decade, we’ve grown from a small team into a multi-location business with deep roots in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa.
We now operate from physical offices in Cloquet, MN and St. Louis Park, MN, serving customers throughout the Upper Midwest.
The Partners
The Partners and families at the Cloquet office groundbreaking
Built on Leadership and Teamwork
In early 2023, Jeff welcomed two new partners, Brian Spender and Brandon Jones, to help guide the company into its next chapter.
Together, they’ve scaled operations, improved processes, and strengthened customer experience.
Today, we operate with a dedicated in-house team of roofing professionals, not just subcontractors. Our people are trained, accountable, and focused on delivering top-tier service from start to finish.
Serving the Upper Midwest
We proudly install commercial and residential roofing systems throughout:
Duluth, MN
Minneapolis–St. Paul metro
Wisconsin
Iowa
From new construction to metal roof retrofits, or low slope membrane roofs—we’re equipped for any challenge.
“We replaced our old asphalt roof with a beautiful metal roof from Collins Roofing and Sheet Metal. Jeff and crew were great to work with and the final product met our expectations 100%!
- Homeowner
Ready to work with a contractor who rolls their own steel and raises the bar on quality?
Our Team
Here are the employees that represent office, management, shop/ fabrication, and project managment. We also have 3 teams of installers to get our customer’s projects completed. Each member is a valuable contributor to the overall team. We desire to provide every customer with a 5 Star Service.
Jeff Collins
A little more about this person. Their role and love for the job!
Brandon Jones
Years in the trade:
7 years
Specialty:
logistics and operations
Favorite part of the job:
the finished product looking awesome
Outside interests:
church, family, golf
Fun fact:
I’m not that interesting
Brian Spender
Years in the trade:
8 years
Specialty:
Standing seam metal roofing — helping homeowners get it right the first time
Favorite part of the job:
Walking customers through the details most contractors skip—so they end up with a roof that actually performs, not just looks good
Outside interests:
Time with my wife and three kids—usually at the cabin, at a cross country meet, or out on the water
Fun fact:
I went to 4 different colleges… turns out I like learning more than sitting still
Matt Kovanen
Years in the trade:
4 years.
Specialty:
Keeping production mostly on schedule.
Favorite part of the job: Having a project smoothly completed or enjoying the outdoors when delivering materials to the job site.
Interests outside of work: Spending time with family, friends, and my cat. Reading when I find a good book and learning about various different machining facts.
Fun fact:
At one point I could play three different instruments, the saxophone, bass gitar, and piano. Although it has been a few years sense I have played any.
Will Rosasco
A little more about this person. Their role and love for the job!
Manuel Valtierrez
A little more about this person. Their role and love for the job!
Aaron Ogdahl
Years in the Trade:
3 years
Specialty:
Estimating and client-focused consultation, with an emphasis on clear communication and project guidance
Favorite Part of the Job: Helping clients end up in a better position than when they first connected with Collins.. and flying the drone!
Outside Interests:
Faith, Family, Golfing, and Hunting
Fun Fact:
Has a twin sister
McKenna Geisler
Years in the trade:
1 year
Specialty:
General admin support and assistance.
Favorite part of the job:
Jumping in to help wherever it’s needed.
Outside interests:
Spending time with family and friends, and exploring new places.
Fun fact:
I lived on an island in Greece for awile.
Carson Walden
Years in the trade:
3 years
Specialty:
Fabricating trims.
Favorite part of the job:
Traveling around and seeing different roofs.
Outside interests:
Downhill skiing, reading, scuba diving in Lake Superior.
Fun fact:
I can play the drumset and I'm a pianist.
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