Metal Shingle Roof Replacement

Upgrade to metal shingles that look like traditional roofing and last for decades. Clean install, daily updates, lifetime workmanship coverage.

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What Does Metal Shingle Replacement Include?

Metal shingle roof replacement starts with complete tear-off down to your roof deck. We remove old shingles, underlayment, and fasteners, then inspect the deck for soft spots, rot, or structural damage. If we find issues, we'll walk you through what needs repair and get your approval before moving forward.

Once the deck is solid, high-performance underlayment goes in to create a secondary water barrier. Flashing gets installed around chimneys, walls, vents, skylights, and valleys—every penetration and transition point sealed properly so water runs off instead of finding its way inside.

Stone-coated steel shingles go on next, installed to manufacturer specifications with proper fastener placement and overlap. We check ventilation while we're up there because even the best metal shingle system needs airflow underneath to perform right.

The process covers: Complete tear-off to deck → Deck inspection and repair if needed → High-performance underlayment → Precision flashing at all penetrations → Stone-coated metal shingle installation per specs → Ventilation assessment → Daily cleanup with magnet sweeps → Final walkthrough

Daily cleanup isn't optional. Metal fasteners, old nails, debris—we haul it as we work. Magnet sweeps happen daily. Your driveway, yard, and gutters get cleared before we leave the job site.

Metal shingle vs asphalt shingles: which lasts longer?

Stone-coated steel lasts 50-plus years. Asphalt lasts 20 to 30 years. That's the fundamental difference when you're replacing a roof.

Metal shingles cost more upfront—sometimes double—but you're replacing the roof half as often. Asphalt is budget-friendly today; metal is budget-friendly over decades.

What stone-coated steel delivers

Steel core that handles wind, hail, and temperature swings without cracking or curling. Stone coating that replicates asphalt, shake, or tile appearance while protecting the metal from UV and weather. Wind resistance ratings of 120-plus mph depending on profile and installation.

We install Unified Steel stone-coated metal shingles on residential projects across Canton, Ann Arbor, Toledo, and Royal Oak. The material handles freeze-thaw cycles and summer heat without breaking down. Minimal maintenance—no painting, no sealing, no moss treatments.

What asphalt shingles deliver

Lower upfront cost with proven track record on residential homes. Broad color range that works with most architectural styles. Widely approved by HOAs across Plymouth Charter Township, Farmington Hills, and Perrysburg neighborhoods.

Lifespan runs 20 to 30 years depending on climate, ventilation, and maintenance. You'll need replacement more frequently, but the initial investment stays manageable.

If you're weighing metal shingle vs asphalt, the decision comes down to upfront budget versus long-term cost. Both are solid choices—asphalt gets you there today at lower cost, metal gets you there once for the next five decades.

How do metal shingles compare to flat roofing systems?

Flat or low-slope roofs use membrane systems like TPO or EPDM instead of shingles. The installation process looks completely different—drainage design and seam integrity matter more than shingle overlap.

These systems work for residential applications with low-pitch sections or for commercial buildings, but metal shingles won't work on truly flat sections. Different material, different requirements.

How long does metal shingle replacement take?

One to three days for most residential projects, depending on size and complexity. A straightforward ranch in Sterling Heights takes less time than a two-story colonial in Troy with multiple dormers and valleys.

Typical timeline:

Day 1 → Tear-off, deck inspection and repairs, underlayment, flashing work

Day 2 → Metal shingle installation, ventilation check, final details

Day 3 (if needed) → Complex roof details, additional valleys, final cleanup

Weather delays happen—we communicate immediately and adjust the schedule. If you have firm deadlines, tell us during the consultation.

What happens during the metal shingle replacement process?

Assessment: We inspect your current roof, measure, note any deck repairs that might be needed, and check attic ventilation. This visit takes about an hour.

Estimate: You'll get a detailed proposal the same day—materials, labor, timeline, warranty coverage, and any identified repairs.

Scheduling: Once you approve the project, we order materials and assign a crew. Most projects start within two to four weeks depending on material availability and crew schedule.

Install: Tear-off begins. Deck gets inspected and repaired. Underlayment and flashing go in. Metal shingles get installed. We check ventilation. Daily cleanup happens.

Walkthrough: We inspect together. You ask questions. We fix anything that doesn't look right before leaving.

How do you keep the job site clean?

Ground protection: Tarps around the entire house catch debris and protect landscaping

Magnet sweeps: Daily passes collect metal fasteners and nails from driveways, walkways, lawns

Debris haul: Materials removed as we work, not left piled overnight

Gutter clearing: Cleaned before final walkthrough so water flows properly from day one

Our crews clean as they go because it's easier to maintain a clean site than tackle a mess at the end.

What warranty comes with metal shingle replacement?

Every metal shingle roof includes two warranties at no additional cost: Lifetime Workmanship Warranty and Gold Standard Protection Plan. Both stay active as long as you own the home.

Lifetime Workmanship Warranty — Covers everything related to your roof with no expiration date. Leak, lifted panel, flashing issue—anything goes wrong, we handle it. Call us, we inspect within 24 to 48 hours, we fix it.

Gold Standard Protection Plan — Annual inspections at no cost, priority scheduling for repairs, documented condition checks.

How much does metal shingle replacement cost?

Stone-coated steel costs more than asphalt upfront but lasts 50-plus years instead of 20 to 30. Three factors determine total cost:

Material choice — Stone-coated steel vs asphalt vs other options

Roof complexity — Dormers, valleys, penetrations, pitch

Hidden deck repairs — Can't see damage until tear-off

Deck condition is the wildcard. We identify soft spots or rot during tear-off, explain what needs fixing, get approval before proceeding.

Schedule an in-home assessment and you'll have a detailed proposal the same day showing materials, labor, timeline, and any identified repairs.

Can I finance metal shingle replacement? — Flexible monthly payment plans with most approvals within 24 hours. Low-interest and no-interest options available.

Ready to upgrade to metal shingle roofing?

Stone-coated steel shingles deliver decades of performance with minimal maintenance. If you're replacing failing asphalt or upgrading for long-term value, we'll walk you through profile options, answer questions about cost and timeline, and provide a detailed proposal the same day.

Our metal shingle replacement service includes complete tear-off, proper deck prep, high-performance underlayment, precision flashing work, and installation to manufacturer specifications. Every project is backed by our Lifetime Workmanship Warranty and Gold Standard Protection Plan.

We serve Ann Arbor, Canton, Farmington Hills, Greater Detroit, Lambertville, Novi, Plymouth Charter Township, Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Saline, Sterling Heights, Troy, West Bloomfield Township, Toledo, Perrysburg, Sylvania, Ottawa Hills, and Whitehouse.

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