Residential Metal Roofing

If you’re like most homeowners, the idea of installing a new roof once and being done is pretty attractive. With up to a 60-year life expectancy, metal roofing should be the last roof you’ll ever install. Compared with the hassle and expense of replacing a shingle roof three times on average during your lifetime, it’s no wonder metal roofing continues to gain popularity.

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If you’re looking to save money, metal roofing might be the best product for your home. While metal roofing typically costs more than shingles, it can also last three times longer. Consequently, it’s equally important to consider both first costs and life cycle costs before deciding between the two products. Once you factor in tearing off old shingles, the cost to purchase & install new shingles each time, and inflation, a metal roof is clearly the less expensive choice.

Asphalt shingles absorb heat from the sun, and metal roofing reflects the sun and heat. While the difference may not seem significant, it adds up. On average, metal roofing can help reduce utility bills by 20%. Combining those savings over 30 years can cover almost half the cost of your new metal roof.

Asphalt shingles are the most significant contributors to our growing landfill problem. In contrast, metal roofing panels rarely end up in landfills. When metal panels eventually require replacement, they are 100% recyclable. Additionally, metal panels make a great host for solar energy systems, given their long life expectancy. If you’re concerned about the environment, metal roofing is the product to beat.