metal roof cost 2026

Metal Roof vs Shingles: 2026 Cost Comparison (Installation, Lifespan & ROI)

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Metal Roof vs Shingles: 2026 Cost Comparison (Installation, Lifespan & ROI)

A metal roof averages $19,000 installed vs $10,500 for asphalt shingles in 2026. Compare lifespan (40–70 vs 15–30 years), cost-per-year, energy and insurance savings, and the 15–25 year break-even.

Metal Roof Cost in 2026 (Standing Seam vs Metal Shingles)

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Metal Roof Cost in 2026 (Standing Seam vs Metal Shingles)

A metal roof costs $10–$16 per square foot installed in 2026 for standing seam ($20,000–$36,000 on a typical home). Why the tariff year changed the math, the 50-year comparison vs asphalt, and the insurance and resale economics.