Shingle vs metal roof: Which is right for your home?
Honest answers from TruRoof, residential roof replacement in Cincinnati, OH.
You need a new roof in Cincinnati, and you're stuck between shingles and metal. You've heard metal lasts 50 years, but you're not sure if the extra cost is worth it. You want a straight answer for your home.
You're looking at two roof types: asphalt shingles and metal. Shingles are the most common in Cincinnati neighborhoods like Hyde Park and Over-the-Rhine. They're layers of fiberglass and asphalt. Metal roofs are steel or aluminum panels. They reflect heat, which helps in hot Cincinnati summers. Both keep your home dry during storms.
A shingle roof replacement typically costs $5,000 to $10,000 for an average Cincinnati home. Metal can run $10,000 to $20,000. Shingles last 20 to 30 years. Metal lasts 40 to 70 years and stands up to high winds better. If you plan to stay in your home for more than 10 years, metal is often the smarter buy. If you might sell soon, shingles make more sense.
This week, call a local roofing contractor for a roof inspection and a written estimate. TruRoof can measure your roof and give you a clear price for both shingle and metal options. Do not just pick the cheapest option online. A real look at your roof's slope and size makes a big difference in cost.
Once your new roof is on, you'll stop worrying about leaks. You'll have a roof that handles Cincinnati's weather, from summer heat to winter snow. If you went with metal, your energy bills may drop. If you chose shingles, you got a solid roof at a fair price. Either way, you can relax.
What people in Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati and the area around it.