I get the appeal of metal, especially with hail, but I’ve seen a few cases where big temperature swings made them expand and contract enough to loosen fasteners over time. Not a dealbreaker, just something to watch for—maintenance isn’t totally zero. Asphalt’s a pain after storms, though, I’ll give you that.
Yeah, I’ve seen that with metal roofs too—especially on older barns around here. The panels can get a little wavy after a few years of wild weather, and I’ve had to go up and tighten a few screws for my uncle. Not a huge deal, but it’s definitely not “set it and forget it.” Still, after the last hailstorm shredded my neighbor’s asphalt shingles, I get why folks are switching. Just wish there was a perfect option...
That’s kind of where I’m at too—no perfect roof, just trade-offs. I looked into metal when my old shingles started curling, but the price tag made me pause. Plus, I kept hearing about the screws working loose over time. Still, after seeing how fast hail can wreck asphalt, I get the appeal. Did your insurance actually give you a break for having metal? I’m curious if it’s enough to offset the upfront cost in the long run...
I actually did get a small discount after switching to metal, but honestly, it wasn’t as much as I’d hoped. The upfront cost was a gut-punch, and yeah, those screws do need checking every few years. Still, after a hailstorm last spring barely left a dent, I felt a little better about the investment. Asphalt just never held up for me in our weather—always seemed like I was patching something.
The upfront cost was a gut-punch, and yeah, those screws do need checking every few years.
Can totally relate to the sticker shock. Did you go standing seam or exposed fastener? I’ve heard folks grumble about the maintenance on exposed fastener panels, but then again, asphalt always seemed like a patch job waiting to happen after every storm around here too. Curious if you noticed any noise difference with hail—some people say metal roofs are way louder, but I haven’t found it that bad unless it’s a real downpour.
