With the rise of stone-coated steel roofs, many are wondering if steel shingles are worth it. Afterall, they’re not cheap. Many Coloradans opt for traditional asphalt shingles because they’re the least expensive to install. However, they also don’t last very long. More people are choosing steel shingles because they last often 3 times as long as traditional asphalt shingles, even though they cost more initially. They’re seeing the long-term cost savings of stone-coated steel shingles over traditional shingles. Are steel shingles worth the initial extra cost to you?
What Are Steel Shingles
Steel shingles, as well as steel shake and steel tiles, is a relatively new type of metal roof covering. They consist of a base layer of tin, followed by a layer of asphalt, which acts as the adhesive which holds the top layer of granules. Steel shingles are also called stone-coated steel shingles. The difference between steel shingles, shake, and tile is their profile. Steel shingles resemble the appearance of traditional asphalt shingles. Metal shake resemble wood shake. Metal tiles resemble Spanish barrel tiles or Pacific tiles.
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Advantages of Steel Shingles, Shake, and Tile
Cost
For many, it comes down to cost. Are stone-coated steel shingles worth the extra cost? Are they that much better than traditional asphalt shingles? We argue they are. Let’s talk simple numbers. On average, a traditional asphalt shingles will cost about $3/sqft. and will last no more than 30 years, if you’re lucky. A stone-coated steel shingle or shake roof will cost about 3x as much, but last at least 3x as long. Therefore, in the long-run, a steel shingle or shake roof will cost you less than if you had 3 new asphalt shingle roofs. And, keep in mind, we don’t know how much a new asphalt shingle roof will cost you in 50 or 60 years. Will it still cost $3/sqft? Probably not.
Longevity
Traditional asphalt shingle roofs last 25 years, on average, if undamaged by hail. A new stone-coated steel shingle or shake roof, however, should last 70 years or more, even abused by hail. That’s because steel is much more durable than fiberglass.
Is a new stone-coated steel shingle or shake roof worth it to you given that they cost less in the long run and last longer than traditional asphalt shingles? Saving money long-term, is that worth it to you? Is having a more durable, longer-lasting roof worth it to you?
Reroofing Frequency
Asphalt shingles don’t last that long. You can realistically expect a high-end asphalt shingle roof to last 25-35 years, if you’re lucky. Let’s say you move into your ‘forever home’ in your 30’s. You will probably replace an asphalt shingle roof 2 or 3 times. A stone-coated steel shingle roof, on the other hand, should last 70 years or more. If you had us install a new stone-coated steel shingle or shake roof when you moved in to your forever home, you’d likely never had to go through the annoyance of a roof replacement again.
It’s an inconvenience having your old roof torn-off and a new one installed. In most cases, we can reroof an asphalt shingle roof in a day, sometimes two. But, that’s a full day or us pounding on your roof, dust falling down onto your belongs in your kitchen, living room, bed room, etc. Our dumpster in your driveway and you not being able to get in or out. Your dog inside going crazy because of the noise. So, is being inconvenienced less frequently by the reroofing process worth it to you?
Stone-coated steel roofing is impressive, huh? Call us at 970-395-0406 or text us to talk about it.
Disadvantages of Steel Shingles, Shake, and Tile
Cost is the only disadvantage of stone-coated steel shingles Initially, they cost about 3 times as much as traditional asphalt shingles. However, given that they last at least 3 times longer than traditional asphalt shingles, they often cost less in the long term. Most asphalt shingles only last 25 years. Most stone-coated steel shingle roofs last at least 75 years, sometimes more.
Why Choose Steel Roofing Shingles
Durability – Steel is much more durable than fiberglass, which is the base material traditional asphalt shingles are made of. Steel shingles are installed with screws, which offer much better holding power than nails, which is what’s used to secure down traditional asphalt shingles.
Longevity – Because steel shingles are more durable, as a result they last a long time. As mentioned above, you can expect your new steel shingle or shake roof to last at least 70 years, often more.
Low Long-Term Cost – Because steel shingles last so long, they end-up costing less in the long run. During the lifetime of one steel shingle roof, you will have replaced your traditional asphalt shingle roof 3 times.
Recyclability – Traditional asphalt shingles aren’t recyclable in our area. Therefore, when we remove a worn-out asphalt shingle roof, we deliver it to the nearest landfill. Stone-coated steel shingles, on the other hand, are recyclable in our area.
Ready to order your new steel shingle or shake roof? Call us at 970-395-0406 or text us for a free estimate.
Are Steel Shingles Worth It To You
Given the low long-term cost and long life span, are steel shingles worth it to you? Are they worth the initial extra cost? More Coloradans are saying yes. This Greeley homeowner was tired of having his traditional asphalt shingle roof replaced due to hail, so he asked us to install a new stone-coated shake roof for him. If you’d like to discuss whether stone-coated steel shingles or shake are worth it to, if they’re worth the extra money, contact us for a free, no-obligation chat. We’re happy to answer any and all questions you might have about steel shingles.
Steel Shingle Roof Installation
Looking for a roofing company to install your new steel shingle or shake roof? You’ve come to the right place. We love metal roofing, primarily because it lasts so long. Metal is simply a superior roof covering. What’s more, it makes us feel better to recycle an old metal roof instead of burying asphalt shingles in our backyard. We offer quality steel roofing products from Westlake Royal Roofing and Decra.
Guaranteed – We offer a 5-year workmanship guarantee on all new steel shingle and shake roofs we install.
Experience – We have over 40 years roofing experience in Colorado.
Covered – We’re fully licensed and insured. This protects your property and our employees.