"Still, I get why some folks hesitate—if severe weather isn't common where you live, the cost-benefit might not pan out..."
Yeah, that's kinda my situation. Just bought my first place last summer and I'm still figuring out what's worth splurging on. Wonder if regular shingles plus better attic insulation could do the trick instead...?
"Wonder if regular shingles plus better attic insulation could do the trick instead...?"
Yeah, insulation definitely helps with energy costs and comfort, but I'm not sure it makes a huge difference during serious storms. I mean, insulation won't really protect shingles from hail or strong winds, right? Maybe it's more about how well the shingles themselves hold up. Curious if anyone's had luck with those architectural shingles—they seem like a decent compromise between regular shingles and pricier options like metal or tile.
Insulation's great for comfort and bills, sure, but honestly, when it comes to wild weather, it's mostly about the shingles themselves. Architectural shingles aren't bad—had them on my last place—but even they took a beating from hail. Metal roofing's pricier upfront but might save headaches later...
Had architectural shingles on my parents' place, and yeah, they looked good but hail storms still did a number on them. Switched to metal roofing about three years ago—definitely pricier upfront, but honestly worth it. Last big storm we had, neighbors lost shingles left and right, while ours barely had a scratch. Bit noisy in heavy rain though...but I'll take that over constant repairs.
"Bit noisy in heavy rain though...but I'll take that over constant repairs."
Yeah, metal roofs can get pretty loud during storms. If noise is a concern, you might consider adding insulation or underlayment specifically designed for sound dampening. Another solid option I've seen hold up well is rubber roofing—durable, quiet, and handles hail surprisingly well. Had it on my previous place for years without issues, even through some nasty weather. Worth looking into if you're exploring alternatives.
