Shingle roof or metal roof? Which one makes sense for your house?
Straight answers for Price Hill homeowners from TruRoof, your local metal roofing contractor.
You need a new roof and you are stuck between shingles and metal. A neighbor in East Price Hill swears by their standing seam roof. Your brother in West Price Hill just got shingles again. You want something that handles Price Hill wind and lasts, but you do not want to overspend.
Asphalt shingles are the most common roof you see driving down Glenway Avenue. They cost less to install. They are easy to patch if a branch from a storm snaps one off. But they wear out faster. In 15 to 20 years, you may be doing this all over again. Metal roofs, like standing seam panels, are different. They shed snow and rain fast. They reflect heat, which helps in those hot Ohio summers when the sun hits your roof all day. They handle high winds better, which matters on a hilltop. The tradeoff is the upfront price.
A shingle roof on a typical Price Hill home might run from $8,000 to $15,000. A metal roof on that same home often starts around $20,000 and can go up from there. The final number depends on your roof's pitch, how many layers need torn off, and the type of metal you choose. Metal shingles cost less than standing seam. Both cost more than asphalt. But metal can last 40 years or more. Over time, the cost per year can actually be lower.
Start by getting two things: a clear look at your roof deck and a quote for both materials. Walk around your house after the next rain. Look for missing granules in your gutters. If you see them, your shingles are aging fast. Then call TruRoof for a roof inspection. We will check your decking, measure everything, and give you a real price for shingles and for metal. No guesswork. You can decide based on your budget and how long you plan to stay in your home.
Once the new roof is on, you stop worrying. You know your home is protected from the next storm rolling over Rapid Run Park. Your attic stays cooler. Your monthly bills settle down. Whether you chose shingles or metal, the decision is done and you made it with clear facts, not pressure.
What people in Price Hill 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 Price Hill 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 Price Hill and the area around it.