Shingle or metal roof: Which is right for your home?
Straight answers for Norwood, OH homeowners from TruRoof, metal roofing specialists.
You need a new roof on your Norwood home. Maybe you live near Rookwood Commons or in East Norwood, and your shingles are curling after years of Ohio weather. You have heard metal lasts longer, but the upfront cost makes you pause. You just want to know what makes sense for your house.
Asphalt shingles are the default on most Norwood homes. They typically last 20 to 30 years in our climate, but high humidity and the occasional windstorm off I-71 can wear them down faster. Metal roofing, especially standing seam, handles wind much better. It sheds snow and ice easily, and it can last 40 to 70 years with almost no upkeep.
A shingle roof on a typical Norwood ranch or two-story might run between $8,000 and $14,000. A metal roof for the same house often falls in the $15,000 to $28,000 range. The price gap is real, and it comes down to how long you plan to stay. If you are selling in a few years, shingles get the job done. If this is your forever home, metal often pays for itself over time.
This week, check your attic for water stains or daylight peeking through. If your roof is over 15 years old, get a local inspection. TruRoof can walk you through a side-by-side comparison for your exact house, with no pressure. We will show you the numbers and let you decide.
Once the decision is made, you will have a roof that fits your budget and your future. No more guessing. Just a solid roof over your Norwood home, ready for whatever weather comes next.
What people in Norwood 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 Norwood 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
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 metal roofing in Norwood and the area around it.