Shingle roof vs metal roof: which one should you pick?
Straight answers for Edgewood, KY homeowners from a local shingle roofing contractor.
You are looking at your roof and trying to decide between shingles and metal. Your neighbor says metal lasts forever. Your brother-in-law says shingles are cheaper to fix. You want the right choice for your Edgewood home and your budget.
Asphalt shingles are the most common roof you see driving through Edgewood neighborhoods. They cost less upfront and are simple to repair if a branch falls or a storm blows through. A good shingle roof, installed the right way, can last 25 to 30 years. The catch is that shingles wear out faster than metal, especially on the south-facing side that gets the most sun.
Metal roofs cost more at the start. You might pay two or three times what you would for shingles. But metal can last 50 years or more. It reflects heat, so your upstairs stays cooler in July. It also stands up to high winds, which matters when a strong storm rolls off I-275. If you plan to stay in your home for 20 years, metal starts to make sense. If you might move in 10, shingles are the practical choice.
Get a few estimates from local contractors who know Edgewood homes. Ask them to show you the difference in price and warranty on paper. Do not just pick the cheapest bid. A shingle roof fails early when the crew cuts corners. TruRoof can walk you through both options and give you a clear quote for shingle roofing on your house.
Once the new roof is on, you stop worrying about leaks and start enjoying your home. Whether you choose shingles or metal, the right roof keeps your family dry and your house protected for years.
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
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 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 shingle roofing in Edgewood and the area around it.