Metal Roofing With BD Exteriors
We partner with Boral Roofing, the nation’s largest manufacturer of sustainable, durable and affordable stone-coated steel shingle, shake, and tile products. Boral Roofing warranties their metal roofing for 120 mph winds, class 4 hail resistance and 50 years against corrosion.
Asphalt Shingles With BD Exteriors
For asphalt shingles, we partner with Certainteed. BD Exteriors is a Select ShingleMaster Company, which means all of our roofing supervisors and most of our crew are certified Master Shingle Applicators and we have a Shingle Quality Specialist on staff.
Asphalt Shingles vs. Metal Roofing in Central Minnesota
Cost Analysis
Generally speaking, to save money on labor and materials on asphalt shingles vs. metal roofing, you’ll want to choose asphalt shingles. But, in the long-run, metal roofing is probably your cost-saving choice.
Generally speaking, asphalt shingles will save you money on materials and labor. But, higher-grade asphalt shingles can definitely cost more than lower-grade metal roofing, so the cost depends on what style you want.
However, asphalt shingles will not last as long as metal roofing will under most circumstances. A typical asphalt shingle roof will need to be replaced after 15-30 years. A typical metal roof will need to be replaced after 40-70 years.
Both types of roofs need their own kind of maintenance, such as flashing repair. Asphalt shingles may need to be replaced individually from time-to-time, while metal roofing may need to be coated or sealed again, depending on the brand.
Strength/Resistance
For strength and resistance of the elements between asphalt shingles vs. metal roofing, metal roofing usually comes out on top.
Metal roofing is naturally resistant to weather, fire, and climate conditions. It doesn’t rot and seals out water. Boral Roofing is also warrantied against 120 mph winds, class 4 hail resistance, and 50 years against corrosion.
Asphalt shingles have a good fire-safety rating, and there are better impact-resistant options available through Certainteed, which would definitely be a draw if you’re worried hail in Central Minnesota.
Eco-Friendliness
For those looking for a “green” option between asphalt shingles vs. metal roofing, metal roofing generally is the choice.
Metal roofing is extremely energy efficient, especially in the summer. Asphalt shingles absorb much of the solar energy and bring it into the home, while metal roofing reflects most of it back into the air. On the other hand, asphalt shingles will absorb the sun’s rays in the winter, providing some residual heat to your home, while metal roofing will continue to reflect.
Because metal roofing has a longer lifespan, you’re sending much more asphalt shingles to the dump than you will metal roofing. Asphalt shingles are not recyclable and can contain toxic chemicals. Metal roofing is recyclable, for the most part.
Appearance
For the best option for appearances between asphalt shingles vs. metal roofing, it really depends on your home and neighborhood.
Metal roofing is able to imitate other roofing styles to give you a wide variety of appearance options. With Boral Roofing, we can offer the Granite-Ridge Shingle®, Cottage Shingle®, Pine-Crest Shake®, and the Barrel-Vault Tile®. These options also come in a wide variety of colors.
Asphalt shingles can imitate other roofing styles in a limited capacity, such as dimensional shingles, but also come in a variety of colors and textures.
If you’re ready for new asphalt shingles or metal roofing, get in touch with BD Exteriors for a friendly quote!
