How to choose between shingle and metal roof
Straight facts from TruRoof, residential roof replacement in Milford, OH.
Your asphalt shingle roof is at the end of its life. A metal roof would be stronger, but the price tag scares you. You drive past homes in Old Milford and Sundale, noticing both types. You just need honest advice for your Milford home.
You’re seeing curled, cracked, or missing shingles. Maybe there are leaks. Asphalt shingles wear out over 20 to 30 years from sun, rain, and temperature swings. Milford’s freeze-thaw cycles and summer storms speed up that aging. Metal roofs handle these conditions better. They don’t crack or curl. They shed snow and ice fast, reducing ice dam risks.
A new asphalt shingle roof for a typical Milford home costs less upfront, usually between eight and fifteen thousand dollars, depending on size and pitch. Metal roof installation often runs two to three times that. However, metal can last 40 to 70 years, while shingles need replacement again in 20 to 30 years. If you plan to stay in your home long term, metal may save money over time. If you’re selling soon, shingles make more sense.
Get a written estimate before you decide. At TruRoof, we inspect your roof and give you a clear, itemized quote for both shingle and metal options. No high-pressure sales. You’ll see the numbers side by side and choose what fits your plans. Call us this week to schedule your free inspection in Milford.
Picture your home with a sturdy new roof that looks great. Your attic stays dry even during heavy storms. You’re not worrying every time it rains or snows. You made the right call for your house, no regrets.
What people in Milford 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 Milford 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 Milford and the area around it.