Shingle vs metal roof: which one makes sense for your house?
Straight answers for Mount Washington homeowners from TruRoof, shingle roofing in Mount Washington, OH.
You need a new roof and you are stuck between shingle and metal. Metal lasts longer but the upfront cost is higher. You want to know what works best for a home in Mount Washington, near Beasley Park or the hills off Salem Road.
A lot of Mount Washington homes have asphalt shingle roofs. They handle Ohio weather well when installed right. Shingles cost less upfront. They last 20 to 30 years. Metal roofs last 40 to 70 years. They stand up to high winds and hail better. But they cost two to three times more than shingles.
The total cost depends on your roof size and pitch. A simple ranch near Providence Marketplace runs less than a steep two-story by the Heritage Center. Shingle tear-off and replacement on an average home here runs from $8,000 to $16,000. Metal can run $18,000 to $35,000. The real question is how long you plan to stay in the house.
If you are selling in the next five to ten years, shingles give you a solid look without the big metal price tag. If this is your forever home, metal can pay off over time. Call TruRoof for a free roof check. We walk your roof with you, talk about your plans, and give you a clear number for both options. No pressure, just facts.
Once the new roof is on, you stop worrying about leaks every time it storms. Your house stays dry. The roof looks clean from the street. You know you made the right call for your budget and your future.
What people in Mount Washington 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 Mount Washington 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
Asphalt shingles cost less upfront and are easy to repair. Metal roofs last much longer, reflect heat, and stand up to high winds. Think about how long you plan to stay in the home. A metal roof pays off over time, but shingles are still the most common choice in Cincinnati neighborhoods.
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TruRoof handles shingle roofing in Mount Washington and the area around it.