SHINGLES VS METAL

Here are a few pros and cons to the most asked questions for metal roofs and shingle roofs.

WEIGHT
There are many types of metal roofs available. Most steel roofs weigh from 80 - 145 pounds per square (100 square feet) and most aluminum roofs weigh 40 - 70 pounds. Asphalt shingles weigh from 235 - 425.

COST
Metal roofs are higher than shingle roofs (about double), but in the long run, you will save money. Our metal roofs are usually the last roof your home will need. Shingle roofs are pro-rated at 5-7 yrs below the warranty date, depending on the weather.

NOISE
This is one of the biggest misconceptions about metal roofing. People who've experienced barns or other structures where the metal roofing is visible from the interior can recall the "pinging" noise that rain makes when it hits the roof. In these applications, the metal is installed without a solid roof deck, so there is no dampening effect when something contacts the roof. In residential applications, metal roofing is installed on a solid plywood deck, just like shingles. When installed in this manner, metal roofing is no noisier than other roof materials.

MAINTENANCE
Metal roofs have little or no maintenance required. They are resistant to rust, algae, decay and discoloration. Shingles on the other hand require some maintenance every couple yrs.

To sum up this page, its up to the homeowner and their taste. Metal roofs last a lot longer . There are metal roofs in use that are over 100 years old and copper roofs that are recorded over 300 years old. But shingle roofs have a certain elegance and beauty all its own.