Shingle or metal roof? How to decide for your home.
Straight answers for Aurora, IN homeowners from TruRoof, your local residential roof replacement team.
You need a new roof in Aurora. You keep hearing metal lasts longer but costs more. You don't know if it's worth it for your house. A lot of homes near Fox Valley Mall and Northwest Aurora were built in the 1970s and 80s, so this decision comes up all the time.
Asphalt shingles are the most common roof you see driving down I-70. They cost less upfront. Most last 20 to 30 years in Indiana weather. They work fine for most homes. But they can curl or lose grit after years of sun, rain, and the freeze-thaw cycles we get here.
Metal roofs cost more at the start. But they last 40 to 70 years. They hold up better against high winds that whip across the open stretches near I-225. The upfront price is bigger, often two or three times a shingle roof. The final cost depends on your roof size, pitch, and how many old layers need tearing off.
If you plan to stay in your home for 10 or more years, get a metal quote. You will probably save money over time. If you may sell in the next 5 years, shingles make more sense. You get a solid roof without the big upfront cost. Call TruRoof for a written estimate on both options before you decide. No pressure, just numbers.
Once the new roof is on, you stop worrying. No more leaks when spring storms roll through. No more counting years left on old shingles. Your house stays dry and quiet. You know exactly what you paid for and why.
What people in Aurora 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 Aurora ask
how much does it cost to replace a roof
Get a written, itemized estimate that shows squares, tear-off, decking, underlayment and shingle grade so you can compare like for like.
should a 20 year old roof be replaced
A free inspection tells you whether you have years left or whether waiting risks a leak and a denied claim.
is $30,000 too much for a roof
Compare a second itemized quote and check what is driving the price: roof size, pitch, layers to remove, decking repairs, material grade.
roof replacement cost 1500 sq ft
For a typical Cincinnati home, an asphalt shingle tear-off and replacement runs roughly $8,000 to $15,000 depending on pitch, layers, and shingle grade. Metal runs higher. Get a written estimate with line items so you can compare apples to apples.
how much does a new roof cost
A new roof cost depends on size, pitch, material, and how many layers need to be torn off. Get a written estimate that breaks down the work item by item. In Cincinnati, a typical asphalt shingle roof can range from $8,000 to $15,000, but the only way to know is to have a roofer measure your home.
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TruRoof handles residential roof replacement in Aurora and the area around it.