Shingle roof or metal roof: which one makes sense for your home?
Honest answers from TruRoof, metal roofing in Covington, KY.
You need a new roof. You've heard metal lasts longer but costs more. Here in Covington, with humid summers, ice, and storms off the Ohio River, the choice matters more than you think. Which roof will actually hold up and save you money?
Asphalt shingles are the go-to for many Covington homes. They're cheap and quick to install. But around here, they take a beating. Humid summers warp them. Spring storms with hail and high winds rip them apart. Freeze-thaw cycles in winter make them crack. You'll replace a shingle roof every 15 to 20 years, maybe less near the river. Metal roofing shrugs off that weather. It won't rot, warp, or blow off. It lasts 40 to 70 years, even on the old homes in MainStrasse Village.
A new asphalt roof on a 1,500-square-foot Covington house typically costs $7,500 to $13,500. Metal roofing for the same home runs $14,000 to $25,000. The difference is steep, but you pay for longevity. Metal's reflective surface cuts air conditioning costs in our sticky summers. It also resists hail damage, which can lower your home insurance premiums. The final price depends on your roof's pitch, number of valleys, and whether the old roof needs tear-off. Simple gable roofs keep labor down. Dormers and chimneys add days.
Your next step is a roof inspection. A local pro who knows Covington's older homes can check your attic and roof deck. TruRoof will do that at no charge. We'll show you the cost difference in black and white, with real material samples. Then you decide, no pressure.
Once your metal roof is on, you'll stop thinking about roofing. No more granule loss in the gutters. No more panicking when the wind howls off the Ohio River. Just a solid, silent cover that keeps your home safe and your energy bills low for decades. That's the peace of mind you get.
What people in Covington 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 Covington 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 for home
Asphalt shingles cost less upfront and last 20 to 30 years. Metal lasts 40 to 70 years and handles high winds better. If you plan to stay in the home long-term, metal often wins. If you're selling soon, shingles make more sense.
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TruRoof handles metal roofing in Covington and the area around it.