Homeowners looking to sell their home or someone in the market for a new dwelling could be wondering about metal roof resale value. The growing popularity of metal roofs for homes in recent years has given rise to this idea that such a roof will add value to your property. The answer to this question is not as simple as a yes or no.
Re-New Roofing & remodeling is Indiana’s fastest growing roofing contractors with experience in all types of roofs. While many see the popularity of metal roofs as evidence of their advanced quality and longevity, we are happy to break the question down in detail. We install all kinds of roofs and each bring with them their own advantages and liabilities. The choice on which type of roof can often be left up to the individual homeowner and what their preferences are.
Today, metal roofs can be seen on a much larger percentage of residential roofs. This is different then, say, 20 or 30 years ago. With their growing popularity, manufacturers have continued to offer vibrant color options and features such as standing seam, a roofing with no exposed fasteners.
Any exposed nail, screw or other type of fastener brings with it the potential for water infiltration. Standing seam metal roofing is designed to allow one section to lap over the other, effectively covering all the fasteners of the previous section.
Metal roof resale value: Disadvantages of exposed fasteners
Meanwhile, metal’s popularity, either directly or indirectly, prompted shingle manufacturers to kick it up a notch. Advances in technology and manufacturing norms in the asphalt shingle industry resulted in warranties that rival that of metal roofs. But, perception is reality. The general public thinks that metal roofing is far superior to traditional shingles. True or not, it’s a hard stigma to rectify.
If metal roofing has any effect on housing prices, it may very well be due to buyer perception. A respectable majority of people perceive metal roofs to be far more long-lasting then their shingle counterparts. Regardless of whether it’s true or not, if a buyer thinks they are getting more for a house with a metal roof, they may be willing to pay more. This can inadvertently have an effect on a home’s resale value.
So, the answer may not be clear as to whether or not there is any truth to the idea of metal roof resale value. What is known is that a new roof definitely adds to the potential asking price of your house. We have been in business for more than 15 years. And, we’ve grown to become one of the largest roofing companies in Northern Indiana. Our portfolio of satisfied customers extends into Southern Indiana, Michigan and Ohio. Aside from roofs, we also, through our newly-added interior entity, Re-New Roofing & remodeling, tackle all interior projects in a home. This is why we now say that we can do it all, from top to ground and all around. For a free assessment and estimate, call Re-New Roofing & remodeling today.