Shingle vs. metal roof: How to choose the right one.
Straight answers about shingle roofing from TruRoof, serving Burlington, KY.
You need a new roof on your Burlington home. You've noticed more metal roofs on newer builds near Gunpowder Creek Nature Park. The higher cost gives you pause. But you also wonder if asphalt shingles can survive the next round of spring storms.
Many Burlington homes have architectural asphalt shingles. They handle rain well and look good. But they can lift or tear in high winds common along the Ohio River Valley. Metal roofs stand up better to wind and hail. The choice comes down to how long you'll stay and what you want to spend now.
Asphalt shingles cost roughly half as much as metal upfront. A shingle roof on a typical ranch in Boone County can be installed in a few days. Expect it to last 20 to 30 years with proper care. Metal roofs run higher but last 40 to 70 years. If you plan to live here forever, metal pays off. If you might sell in 10 years, shingles make more sense.
Get a quote for both from a local contractor who knows Burlington's weather. TruRoof will walk your roof and explain the real numbers for your home. Don't choose based on price alone. Think about how long you'll stay and whether you want to replace the roof again.
Once your new shingle roof is on, you'll stop worrying about leaks every storm. Your home looks sharp from the curb. And you made a choice that fits your life now, not someone else's sales pitch.
What people in Burlington 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 Burlington 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 Burlington and the area around it.