Comparing roofing materials

Choose the right roof for your home!

$800-$1,200 per square

Up to 25% energy savings

Improves home resale value

30-50+ years

Plus workmanship warranty from installer

Average lifespan 50+ years

Inspection based on manufacturer recommendation

Repairs and replacements are rare. Fade & chalk resistant Many can be repainted if needed

Standing seam panels offer a distinctive, timeless look

Available in a wide range of colors and styles

Energy efficient

Made of recycled material

100% recyclable at end of life

Low weight – ships easily

$800-$1,500 per square

Up to 25% energy savings

Improves home resale value

30-50+ years

Transferable warranty

Plus workmanship warranty from installer

Average lifespan 50+ years

Inspection based on manufacturer recommendation

Repairs and replacements are rare

Fade & chalk resistant

Many can be repainted if needed

Shingles can match look of any traditional roofing material

Available in a wide range of colors and styles

Energy efficient

Made of recycled material

100% recyclable at end of life

Low weight – ships easily

Can often be installed over existing roof

$350-$900 per square

Frequent replacement cost every 10-20 years

Average warranty of 10-30 years

Warranties are often heavily pro-rated and have many limitations

Average lifespan 15-20 years

Inspection every year – minimum

Shingle replacement common

Re-caulking and sealing as roof ages

Traditional asphalt shingle look

Variations in color shading common

Available in a limited selection of colors

Made from crude oil and other chemicals

Ends up in landfills after short lifespan where it can take up to 300 years to decompose

$700-$1,000 per square

Minor upkeep needed

30-50+ year warranty

Warranties are often pro-rated and have limited transferability

Average lifespan 50+ years

Inspection every year

Occasional repair of cracked and sliding tiles
Limited wind resistance

Wide range of styles available

Limited color selection available

Considered eco-friendly

Energy efficient

Heavy weight – increased shipping expense

$800-$1,500 per square

Frequent repair and upkeep cost

5-year warranty is standard

Average lifespan 30 years

Inspection every year

Maintenance required every 2-4 years

Susceptible to mold growth, rot and leaking

Rustic and tapered for a natural appearance

Considered an eco-friendly roofing material if sourced from a sustainable FSC approved manufacturer

Heavy weight – increased shipping expense

$800-$1,500 per square

50+ year warranty

Warranties are often pro-rated and have limited transferability

Average lifespan 75+ years

Inspection every year

Occasional repair of cracked, chipped and sliding slates

Susceptible to color variations if repaired

Limited style options

Limited color selection available

Considered eco-friendly

Heavy weight – increased shipping expense

Heavy weight – may need to have structural inspection prior to adding slate roof

*Pricing may vary by region, product, roof geometry, roof complexity, and/or current condition of the roof.

*roof Comparison courtesy of Metal Roofing Alliance

3 Step Roof Installation Process

STEP 1: In-home Consultation with Design Consultant

Our expert design consultants help you customize your perfect home improvement.

STEP 2: Measure & Manufacture / Order

Experienced project techs measure twice & order once to ensure that we accurate measurements.

STEP 3: Installation

Our courteous installers treat your home as if it were theirs during the installation process.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

★★★★★ 5/5

When searching for a company to replace our roof. We were very pleased with coming across home improvements USA. There sales rep was very informative and gave us different options to choose from. I will be using them again next year to replace our windows.

All in all, a great value. Could not be happier. The new windows work better than the old ones, which wouldn’t open/close reliably and which let in drafts like no ones business. Glad I hired them!

In 2008 Home Improvements, USA was recommended to me by my son’s mother-in-law to replace the siding on my Tudor Style home. They did a superb job (in Hardie Board) and have replaced many windows in the house since then. The windows were added SEAMLESSLY with no hint that they were done AFTER the siding! I would recommend this company to everyone.