Metal roofs last about twice as long as asphalt roofs — up to 50 years compared to 25 for asphalt shingles — which helps offset their higher roof installation costs. Metal roofs are more ...

This roofing material is a petroleum-based product that isn't recyclable and doesn't biodegrade, which means that old shingles continue to linger for years in the local landfill. Asphalt shingles can ...

Shingles, particularly asphalt shingles, are the most common material and are budget-friendly. Metal roofs are growing in popularity thanks to their durable and eco-friendly design but remain pricier.

Choosing the right roofing material is one of the most important decisions when building or replacing a roof. The type of ...

Asphalt shingles are the most common roofing material, striking a balance between performance and initial cost. Clay, metal and slate last long but cost more and require more specialized ...

You may remember I did a national survey about failing asphalt shingles in the spring of 2015. I wrote a similar column back ...

Depending on the skill of the roofer, metal roofs can last much longer than asphalt shingles (up to 50 years, generally). They often have ridges or textured surfaces that offer more variety for style.

even though steel is lighter than asphalt. Codes vary, so call your local building department to know how to install metal roofing over shingles properly, code-wise. A steel roof is a lifetime ...

The type of material you choose for your shingles can impact the price as well as the durability of your roof. Material options can include asphalt, composite, metal, solar, slate and wood.

One of the major beliefs about metal roofing is that it’s more noisy than traditional asphalt shingles. Technically, this myth is true. However, not by an amount normally detectable during rainfall.

That number continues to grow, and it’s more than any other roof type except asphalt shingle. The roots and technology of metal as a cladding material date back more than 3,000 years.

Corrugated metal roofs don’t have adequate seams for mounting clamps. This means your solar system must be attached with traditional penetrating mounts, similar to those used in asphalt shingle ...