Rubber underlayment’s a solid move—definitely better than felt in my experience, too. Shingles curling is just one of those things, especially if you get a lot of sun or wild temp swings. Metal’s great for longevity, but yeah, that sticker shock is real. I’ve had tenants complain about the “drum solo” during storms, but honestly, I think it adds character... unless you’re trying to sleep.
- Gotta push back a little on the “drum solo” being just character. I’ve seen metal roofs get *loud* during hail or wind-driven rain—like, enough to rattle pictures off the wall in older buildings.
- If you’re in a spot with frequent storms, worth checking out insulated panels or sound-deadening barriers. Not as cheap, but it really cuts the noise.
- Shingles might curl, but at least they don’t wake you up at 2am every time there’s a downpour... trade-offs, right?
- Also, metal’s great for hail resistance, but if you get denting, insurance can be tricky about coverage. Something to keep in mind.
I totally get where you’re coming from on the noise. We put a standing seam metal roof on our place last year, and the first hailstorm was... let’s just say, memorable. I’d read all the “it’s just ambiance” comments, but honestly, it sounded like a marching band up there. We ended up adding a layer of foam board insulation between the rafters and the panels, which helped a ton. Not cheap, but it made a noticeable difference.
For anyone thinking about switching, I’d say: if you’re in a stormy area, definitely factor in some kind of sound barrier. Otherwise, you might be in for some sleepless nights. On the flip side, our neighbor’s asphalt shingles looked like confetti after the same storm—so yeah, trade-offs everywhere.
Insurance is a weird one too. Our policy covers hail dents as “cosmetic,” not structural, so they won’t pay unless there’s actual leaking. Worth double-checking before you commit.
It’s never as simple as “metal good, shingles bad” (or vice versa). Just gotta weigh what matters most for your house and sanity.
Our policy covers hail dents as “cosmetic,” not structural, so they won’t pay unless there’s actual leaking.
That’s a common catch with a lot of policies—folks don’t always realize it until after the damage. Did you notice any issues with condensation or moisture after adding the foam board? Sometimes I see that pop up with extra insulation under metal.
Did you notice any issues with condensation or moisture after adding the foam board? Sometimes I see that pop up with extra insulation under metal.
I get where you're coming from, but I’d actually argue that’s more about installation than the insulation itself. With a proper vapor barrier and good airflow, you shouldn’t be getting trapped moisture—even with foam board under metal. I’ve seen plenty of green roofs layered over metal with zero condensation issues, but if folks skip venting or use the wrong type of foam, yeah, problems show up fast. It’s all in the details.
