Shingle or metal roof? How to decide for your home.
Straight answers from a residential roof replacement contractor in Edgewood, KY.
You need a new roof in Edgewood and you're stuck between asphalt shingles and metal. You see shingles on most homes near Dixie Highway. But a neighbor off Turkeyfoot Road just got metal. You want the right choice for your budget and how long you'll stay.
Start with what you see now. Asphalt shingles are common on Edgewood homes built in the last 30 years. They wear down from our freeze-thaw winters and summer storms. Curling edges or missing granules mean the roof is near the end. Metal roofs show different signs. Look for loose panels, rust spots, or loud rattling when wind hits. Both keep water out until they don't.
Cost depends on your roof size and pitch. A simple ranch on a quiet street will cost less than a two-story with steep angles near Crestview Hills Town Center. Asphalt shingles usually run lower upfront. Metal costs more now but lasts two to three times longer. You also pay for tear-off, underlayment, and any rotted decking. A written estimate should break all this down before you sign anything.
Get a written estimate from a contractor who works in Kenton County. Ask to see past jobs in Edgewood. TruRoof can give you a clear number for both options. Walk through the estimate line by line. Ask about wind ratings because I-275 corridor storms hit hard. If you plan to move in five years, shingles make sense. If this is your forever home, metal pays off.
Once the new roof is on, you stop worrying every time it rains. Your home stays dry. Your energy bills may even drop with a metal roof. You made the right call for your house and your future. No more guessing.
What people in Edgewood 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 Edgewood 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 Edgewood and the area around it.