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Both Metal And Asphalt Shingles Are Popular Choices For Residential Roofs

Choosing the right new roofing for your home isn't always easy. You have to consider cost, expected lifespan, and whether you intend to stay in your home or sell it in a few years. Two popular roofing options for homes include metal and asphalt shingles. Here are some good and bad points of each type of roofing.

Metal Is More Durable And Lasts Many Years

A metal roof is quite popular because of its beauty and long life. Metal roofs come in several solid colors, so you have the chance to add an attractive roof to your home without worrying about excess weight. Metal is so lightweight that it can be placed over your old asphalt shingle roofing. Metal is also durable and it doesn't need a lot of repairs over its lifetime.

Metal roofing is a good match for ranch homes, cabins, and luxury homes because it goes with just about any type of architecture, and you can choose a color that goes with your home and its surroundings.

A downside to metal roofing is that it is typically more expensive than asphalt shingles, so you'll need to decide if the extra cost is worth the longer life and beauty the roof brings to your home. Another thing to consider is the added protection metal provides in the form of fire, insect, and wind protection for your roof and home.

Asphalt Shingles Are Ideal For Tight Budgets

An advantage of choosing asphalt shingles is that they are budget-friendly. If you had three-tab asphalt shingles on your roof before and you are happy with the way they looked and held up, then you may be content with a budget shingled roof. However, if you made frequent repairs due to storms, then you might want to switch to metal or high-quality shingles that cost more and are more durable.

While you pay less for asphalt shingles to be installed on your roof, these shingles come with a downside. They don't last as long as other types of roofing, and they could also need more repairs over time. However, if you'll be moving from your house in a few years, it would make sense to put cheaper roofing on so you can save money on your new roof.

Choosing between metal and asphalt shingles might be a matter of comparing costs or choosing the roof that brings the most beauty to your property. No matter which type of roof you choose, you can feel confident you're making a good choice since both shingle and metal roofs are common and popular with homeowners. Contact a local roofing service near you to learn more.