Metal Roofing Prices vs. Shingle Pricing

After a heavy rainfall, you’ve noticed a few leaks signaling the need for a new roof. With so many options out there and a variety of prices, how do you know which type of roof you should get? This article details both metal roofing and shingles along with their associated costs to help you determine which roofing type is best for you. 

Why Should I Choose Shingles?

One of the top reasons consumers choose shingles is due to the affordable cost. Once installed, shingles need very little maintenance. This adds to this roofing choice’s cost-effectiveness due to its longevity. 

Shingles give your house or property the classic and traditional look many property owners are looking for. 

If an impact is incredibly large, damage can happen to a shingled roof. But unlike metal roofs — which also offer superior strength — shingled roofs don’t sustain dents and you can walk on them unlike many of the metal roofing options. 

Why Should I Choose Metal Roofing?

You may think of metal roofing as an ugly metal sheet on the top of your property, but roofing technology has changed things in the last few decades. Metal roofs can be made to mimic several roofing styles and now as aesthetically pleasing as any other roofing option. These days metal roofing comes in several colors and can be made to look like shingles, slate, or any other roofing styles. 

One aspect in which metal roofing performs better than shingles is its incredible durability. This makes metal roofing an excellent choice in the Denver area due to the prevalence of severe storms. It protects your property against heavy snowfall in the winter, severe thunderstorms, and hail in the spring and summer and the high mountain winds in the fall.

Though shingles also do a decent job in protecting your property, they don’t offer the stability and security of a well-installed metal roof. Keep in mind the type of metal you choose plays a role in the durability of your metal roof as well. For example, steel his more strength than aluminum. But keep in mind since steel is a heavy metal it makes installation a bit more difficult. Consult with the team at Mountaintop Roofing & Solar to discuss your metal roofing options in more detail.  

What’s the Difference in Metal Roofing Prices?

Because both shingles and metal roofing can be custom designed to the look you want, there are other factors to consider when choosing the roofing option best for you. 

Though metal roofing tends to be more expensive than shingles, remember that its durability and longevity should play a factor in your decision. On average, metal roofs easily last 40 – 70 years and often come with 50-year warranties. Keep in mind, shingle roofing doesn’t offer the longevity and durability that metal roofing does. So you will want to keep this in mind when you think about costs if you choose a shingle style roof.

If water pools beneath the shingles you are looking at costly repairs and the possibility of having to completely replace your roof. Ice and temperature fluctuations also can cause your roof and shingles to warp. These factors make for shorter warranties for shingle roofs, usually between 15 and 30 years. Keep all of these examples in mind when attempting to calculate lifetime roofing costs.

More to Consider for Metal Roofing Prices

As we have mentioned, metal roofing is a larger initial investment. Costs usually run between $120 and $900 per 100 square feet. Keep in mind that installation is more expensive as well due to the specialized approach contractors need to take to install metal roofs. But the financial benefits of choosing a metal roof often include lower house insurance premiums due to the added protection metal roofs offer your property.  

In contrast, shingle roofing usually costs between $100 and $200 per 100 square feet with a simpler and less costly installation process.  

At Mountaintop Roofing & Solar, the team serves the Denver, Colorado, area top-quality roofing expertise. If you are looking for a new roof or roofing repairs, call the experienced team. Their contractors can come to your property to discuss which roofing option will be best for your home or business. The contractors are honest and provide realistic estimates that they strive to meet. Call the team for your consultation today.