Shingle or metal roof? How to choose for your home.
Straight answers from TruRoof, residential roof replacement in Westwood, OH.
Your roof is showing its age. Leaks or missing shingles have you comparing asphalt and metal. You’re not sure which makes sense for your Westwood home. Many houses here, from the historic streets near Westwood Town Hall to the newer builds off Harrison Avenue, face the same choice.
An old roof lets you know. Curling shingles, granules in the gutter, or water stains on the ceiling are clear signs. In Westwood, where homes range from century-old Victorians to mid-century ranches, the roof material you pick matters. Asphalt shingles are common and affordable. Metal roofs are tougher and last longer. The choice comes down to how long you plan to stay and what you’re willing to spend now.
Asphalt shingles cost less upfront. A full tear-off and replacement on a typical Westwood home can run from $8,000 to $15,000, depending on size and pitch. Metal roofs start higher, often $15,000 to $30,000, but they can last 50 years or more. If you’re selling within a decade, shingles usually make more sense. If this is your forever home, metal’s long-term value often wins.
Get a written estimate before you decide. It should spell out all costs, materials, and the timeline. TruRoof provides a clear, no-pressure quote for both shingle and metal options. That way you can compare the real numbers for your specific roof, not just general advice. Call this week to schedule a time for us to walk your roof and talk through the pros and cons.
Once the new roof is on, you stop worrying about leaks. Your home is protected for decades. You know you made the right call for your budget and your future in Westwood.
What people in Westwood 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 Westwood 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 Westwood and the area around it.