Metal roofs have become increasingly popular as of late. They are frequently used to update an older home with a more modern look, have long-expected lifespans, and most importantly, are incredibly durable. These are great reasons to have a metal roof installed on your home! 

There is one thing about metal roofs that most homeowners do not consider when roof shopping. 

The price. Metal roofs are incredibly attractive and offer great benefits, but they typically also come with a high price tag. At least a higher price tag than most homeowners typically think they will cost. If you are considering installing a new metal roof soon, you will want to keep reading. We’re going to review the top things that contribute to the price of a new roof and discuss further why many homeowners are shocked by the price of metal.

Cost Factors of a Metal Roof

Below are the three top contributors to the price of a new metal roof. The size of the roof, type of material you select, and labor are huge cost factors when shopping for a new roof. 

1. Size of the Roof

The size of a roof is typically more than the square footage of the home (single story of course). This is because most roofs are not completely flat and have slopes, inclines, and angles. Any form of steepness of a roof is called the pitch. Roofers use a tool called the “roof pitch multiplier” to accurately determine the amount of material needed to cover a home. 

This is a tool many homeowners are not aware of and most certainly unaware of the true amount material needs to cover their roof. Before you discuss a metal roof, you will want to know how much material is needed as it contributes to the overall cost.

2. Type of Metal Roof

Just like other roofing materials, there are several types of metal that can be installed on your home. Craven Construction offers four categories of metal roofing and they all come with a different price tag. 

• Standing seam metal is easily identified by its vertical legs and broad, flat area between the two legs. It also comes with a higher price tag. 
• Aluminum shingles come in a variety of shapes and patterns, but have a similar price associated with it as a standing seam roof. 
• Stone coated metal roofs are incredibly durable and frequently replace cedar shake roofs. They can have a high price tag because they frequently require the entire roofing system to be replaced. 
• PBM, PBR, and corrugated metal roofs offer a low profile view and come with a slightly more attractive price tag. 

When considering a metal roof for your home, the type of metal you choose will most definitely play a part in the price. Discussing the types of metal your local roofer provides could be the answer to whether or not you install one on your home.

3. Installation Labor

Labor is the most overlooked item when looking at the price of a new roof. Many homeowners do not consider the team, yes full team, that will be involved in their new roof. Roofs are typically done in a day or two because of the large crew that installs it. Sometimes a roofing contractor will have a team of 5-10 to install a new roof, depending on the size of the job. 

Each member of the installation team needs to be properly trained, certified, and insured to install roofs. This is to ensure your new roof is installed properly and you are protected in the unfortunate event of an accident. Take into consideration the labor costs when you are roof shopping as it is another major factor in the cost of a roof.

New Metal Roof Cost

As you can see, there are a number of items that go into a new roof that many homeowners do not consider. These three above, size of the roof, type of metal, and installation labor, are the biggest cost factors to examine. Other things you might want to consider before deciding on a metal roof are: 

• The age of your current roof. 
• Other material costs such as flashing, gutters, roof deck replacement, etc. 
• How long you are going to live in the home. Is it worth the added investment? 
• Color of the roof and if you are going to want a coating. 

If you are considering a metal roof, do you research and understand that it might be a little more than you initially thought for a new roof. Craven Construction is the leader in metal roof installation across the state of Arizona. Our team is highly skilled, licensed, and insured to get the job done efficiently and safely. Call our office today to schedule your FREE estimate.

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About Craven Construction

Craven Construction is dedicated to providing our customers with honest and reliable roofing services. With over two decades of residential and commercial experience, we are here to serve you and all of your roofing needs.

Our team of experienced roofers is licensed and knowledgeable in working with all types of roofing. We offer high quality roofing services and are capable of getting your project completed in a timely, efficient manner.