Shingle or metal roof: which one makes sense for your home?
Straight answers for Alexandria, KY homeowners from TruRoof, your local metal roofing contractor.
You need a new roof and you're stuck. Every neighbor on US-27 seems to have asphalt shingles, but you've heard metal handles Kentucky storms better. You plan to stay in your Alexandria home for years, so you don't want to make the wrong call.
Asphalt shingles are the most common roof in Campbell County. They cost less to install. Most last 20 to 30 years before they curl, crack, or lose granules. Metal roofing costs more upfront. But it lasts 40 to 70 years. It also sheds snow and ice faster, which helps during long Kentucky winters.
For a typical Alexandria ranch or two-story, a shingle roof might run $8,000 to $15,000. A standing seam metal roof often lands between $15,000 and $30,000. The price gap narrows if your roof is steep or has a lot of valleys. Metal also cuts cooling costs in summer, which matters when July hits and A.J. Jolly Park is packed with people trying to beat the heat.
Start by asking yourself how long you'll own the home. If you're selling in five years, shingles give you a new roof without the big spend. If this is your forever home, metal wins. Next, get a local roofer to inspect your decking and attic. Old Town Alexandria homes from the 1920s sometimes need extra framing support before metal goes on. TruRoof can walk you through that and give you a clear, written quote for both options.
Once the new roof is on, you stop worrying. No more leaks when wind rips through off I-71. No more ladder checks after every storm. Just a solid roof that does its job for decades, whether you're home or out at the Licking Riverside Historic District.
What people in Alexandria say
"I'm reviewing my two new roofs, on my house and my garage, installed by TruRoof. The company, and Damon Chuke, their representative, helped me work with the insurance company, and with understanding all the details of the whole process. They took out an obsolete chimney, were on time and professional, and the finished roofs and flashing are beautiful. Many compliments from neighbors. Highly recommended by me."
"We have a beautiful condo in a historic building from the 1840s. Late November had a bad leak in the dining room area. I called Britt at TruRoof who came out and inspected the entire roof of the building. He said to do the entire roof could be around $50,000. But then he started laughing and said you need to caulk the area around one of the chimneys. I thought he was nuts, but I did the caulking, which cost me about 25 bucks worth of outdoor caulk, and there are no more leaks. I cannot express my appreciation for his diligence and his honesty. That kind of a company and a person is rare these days. Highly, highly, highly recommend these guys."
"TruRoof did an outstanding job from start to finish. Communication leading up to the start date was great. Once on site and the project started, everything went as discussed, and the crew was very professional."
Other things people in Alexandria ask
what is the biggest problem with metal roofs
Standing seam avoids most of it. We explain where metal shines and where it does not on your house.
is it cheaper to do a metal roof or shingles
Metal costs more today and lasts two to three times longer. We price both so you can decide on the numbers.
standing seam metal roof vs screw down
Exposed fasteners are cheaper and need re-screwing over time. Standing seam hides the fasteners and lasts longer.
shingle vs metal roof
Asphalt shingles cost less upfront and are easy to repair. Metal roofs last much longer, reflect heat, and stand up to high winds. Think about how long you plan to stay in the home. A metal roof pays off over time, but shingles are still the most common choice in Cincinnati neighborhoods.
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TruRoof handles metal roofing in Alexandria and the area around it.