Metal roofing's definitely solid for snow, but I've gotta say—don't underestimate rubber shingles. Installed them on my brother's place about five years ago, and they've handled some pretty insane weather (hailstorms, wind gusts, you name it). One thing I noticed is that they're surprisingly forgiving if your roof deck isn't perfectly flat or smooth. Metal can amplify imperfections, causing unevenness or noise issues down the line.
"just make sure your roof deck is solid"
That's critical with metal, for sure. But with rubber shingles, there's a bit more wiggle room, literally. Plus, if you're into DIY, rubber shingles are easier to handle alone since they're lighter and less awkward to maneuver than metal panels. Installation-wise, I'd argue they're more user-friendly overall.
Not knocking metal roofs—they're great if snow load is your main concern—but rubber shingles deserve more credit than they usually get. Just my two cents from experience...
Good points about rubber shingles. I went with metal myself because snow was my biggest headache, but you're right—metal panels can be a pain if your roof deck isn't perfect. Had to spend extra time smoothing things out beforehand. Rubber shingles sound like a solid alternative, especially for DIYers on a budget or folks dealing with uneven surfaces. Might've saved me some hassle if I'd considered them earlier...
Interesting insights—I hadn't considered the impact of deck prep on metal roofing. I'm leaning toward rubber shingles myself, but does anyone know how well they handle extreme temperature swings? My area goes from freezing winters to scorching summers...
Rubber shingles can be pretty solid in extreme temps, actually. Helped a friend reroof after a nasty hailstorm—his rubber shingles held up surprisingly well through brutal winters and blazing summers. Just make sure they're installed right... sloppy installs can cause headaches later.
Rubber shingles are decent, but honestly, installation is like 90% of the battle. Helped a neighbor fix his roof after a storm once—he had rubber shingles too, but whoever installed them skipped steps on sealing edges and overlaps. Result? Water sneaking in everywhere... total mess. If you're going rubber, make sure your installer knows their stuff. A little extra care upfront saves you from playing indoor rain catcher later, trust me.
