Shingle or metal roof? How to decide for your home
Straight answers for Westwood homeowners from TruRoof, your local shingle roofing contractor.
You need a new roof in Westwood and you keep going back and forth. Metal costs more up front but lasts longer. Shingles are the classic choice on these tree-lined streets. You just want to know what makes sense for your house and your plans.
Look at the homes around Harrison Avenue. Most have asphalt shingles for a reason. They handle Cincinnati weather well, from summer storms to winter freezes. Metal roofs are gaining ground, but they are still the exception in Westwood. Your choice comes down to how long you plan to stay and what you want to spend now.
Shingle roofs cost less to install. You can expect 20 to 30 years of life if installed correctly. Metal roofs run two to three times the price of shingles. The payoff is a roof that can last 40 to 70 years. Metal also shrugs off high winds better, which matters when storms roll through off I-74.
This week, walk outside and look at your roof. If you plan to sell within ten years, shingles almost always win on return. If this is your forever home, metal might be worth the extra cost. Call TruRoof for an honest assessment. We will measure, inspect, and give you numbers for both options so you can decide with confidence.
Once the new roof is on, you stop worrying every time it rains. The job is done right, the warranty is solid, and your home looks sharp. No more leaks, no more guessing. Just a roof that works for your life 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
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 Westwood and the area around it.