Shingle roof or metal roof? Which one makes sense for your house?
Straight answers for Greendale, IN homeowners. TruRoof explains the real differences.
You see a roof quote and the numbers are far apart. Asphalt shingles feel safe and familiar. Metal sounds better but costs more. You wonder if the extra money is worth it for a home in Greendale, where storms roll through and summers get hot.
Asphalt shingles are the most common roof you see driving down US Route 50. They are made of a fiberglass mat covered in tiny rock granules. They last about 20 to 25 years. The sun and rain slowly wear them down. You will see dark streaks or missing grit in the gutter. That means the shingles are aging out.
Metal roofs cost more to install. Think two to three times the price of a shingle roof. The exact number depends on your roof pitch, the number of peaks and valleys, and how many old layers need torn off. Standing seam panels cost more than metal shingles. A simple ranch house keeps the job smaller. A two-story historic home near the Greendale Welcome Center adds complexity. The material itself lasts 40 to 70 years. You pay more now and replace it far less often.
If you plan to stay in your home ten years or more, get a quote for metal. Call TruRoof and ask for a side-by-side number. We can walk you through both options for your actual house. Do not just compare prices online. A roof is not a box on a shelf. The shape of your roof, the number of old layers, and the underlayment all change the final cost. Get a real number for your real house.
Once the roof is on, you stop thinking about it. A metal roof sheds snow faster and stands up to the wind that comes across I-275. Your attic stays cooler in July. You do not climb a ladder to check for curled shingles after a storm. You just live your life. The roof does its job for decades.
What people in Greendale 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 Greendale 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 Greendale and the area around it.