How to choose between shingle and metal roof
What Aurora, CO homeowners need to know before picking a roof. TruRoof installs shingle roofing built to last.
Your roof in Aurora is showing its age. Hail storms off the plains and freeze-thaw cycles have taken a toll. Now you're stuck: shingles or metal? You want the truth about cost, longevity, and what works for homes here.
Most homes in Aurora neighborhoods like Central East Aurora and Northwest Aurora have asphalt shingle roofs. They do the job for 20 to 30 years. Metal roofing lasts 40 to 70 years and stands up to Colorado hail better. But it costs two to three times more. Your house likely has shingles now, so replacement is simpler with shingles. Metal requires extra framing sometimes. The decision depends on your plans.
A shingle roof replacement on a typical Aurora ranch or two-story takes 2 to 5 days. Metal can take a week. Shingle materials run $4 to $7 per square foot installed. Metal runs $9 to $15 per square foot. The bigger your roof, the wider the gap. If you're selling within 5 years, shingles make more sense. You won't recoup metal's higher cost. If this is your forever home, metal's long life and energy savings can pay off.
Start with a roof inspection. TruRoof will check your decking, ventilation, and structure. Then we'll give you a clear comparison of shingle and metal options for your specific home. No pressure. You'll know the numbers and can decide. Don't wait until a leak forces your hand. Spring and summer are busy for roofers in Aurora, so start early.
Once you choose, your roof will protect your Aurora home for decades. No more worrying about the next hailstorm. Your attic stays dry, your energy bills stay steady, and you can focus on what's inside your house.
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
asphalt shingles vs architectural shingles
Architectural shingles cost more up front and last longer with better wind ratings. We show both on your house.
how many years does a shingle roof last
Most architectural shingles run 20 to 30 years in Ohio weather. Ventilation and installation quality decide which end you land on.
how much does it cost to put a shingle roof on a 2000 sq ft house
A written estimate priced by roof squares, not house square footage, is the only number that means anything.
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.
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 shingle roofing in Aurora and the area around it.