Your roof is a shield that safeguards your home, protecting your family and belongings. It also reflects your style, budget, and even sustainability choices. Of the dozens of top roofing materials available, metal roofs and Euroshield roofing systems provide superior weather performance and are also good for the environment. But which one is better for your home? Here are the top three things to consider when deciding between a metal roof and Euroshield roofing.

Understanding Metal Roofs and Euroshield Roofs

According to Roofing Contractor’s 2023 State of the Roofing Industry Report, metal roofs are the second most popular roofing material installed behind asphalt shingles. They are made from various types of metal, such as recycled aluminum, steel, copper, or zinc. Stone-coated metal shingles take traditional metal to the next level. They’re made from steel and coated with an acrylic resin and embedded natural stone. Traditional roofing and stone-coated metal shingles are fully recyclable upon removal or replacement.

Euroshield Roofing may be the new kid on the block compared with metal roofs and asphalt shingles, but this innovative and eco-friendly material is gaining momentum as a go-to roofing solution. Made from 95% recycled material (including tires headed for landfills), Euroshield roofing shingles are also fully recyclable upon removal. 

Comparing Metal Roofs and Euroshield Roofing

Metal roofing panels and Euroshield shingles are great investments for any homeowner, but how do they stack up when it comes to cost, durability, and weather performance? Let’s take a look. 

Cost

Compared with budget-friendly asphalt shingles, metal roofs and Euroshield shingles have higher upfront costs. However, homeowners can expect to pay a lot more for a metal roof, depending on the material. 

With installation, for example, aluminum panels and shingles cost between $8.50 and $13.75 per square foot, whereas copper shingles cost between $21.00 and $39.70. Even metal roof standing-seam, one of the most popular metal roofing systems, cost between $10.00 and $17.50 per square foot. A median-sized home in the U.S. is about 2,014 square feet, bringing the total to $17,000 to $27,693 for an aluminum roof and $42,294 to $79,956 for a copper roof.

Euroshield roofing shingles also offer homeowners options in terms of aesthetics and even weather performance. Still, the average cost for Euroshield premium shingles and installation runs around $8.50 to $14.50 per square foot—the same price as low-end metal roofing panels and the popular standing-seam metal roofing system. 

Two other things can add to the cost of a metal roofing system: installation and a specialized coating. Metal roofs require particular tools and training to install properly, while Euroshield roofs can be installed by those trained in asphalt shingle installation. Metal roofs also require a special coating upon initial installation and re-sealing every few years to prevent rust and corrosion.

Durability & Life Span

Metal and rubber are incredibly durable, but how do they compare when molded into roofing shingles and panels? Metal roofs can last between 40 and 70 years with proper maintenance, though they are vulnerable to weather-related damage. Euroshield shingles can last up to 50 years and hold up better over time and against Mother Nature, with minimal maintenance.

Weather Performance

Let’s face it: weather performance is where the rubber meets the road (or roof), and it’s an area where Euroshield really begins to shine! Metal roofing has a 140-mph wind rating, according to the Metal Roofing Alliance. On the other hand, Euroshield has tested and passed continuous wind conditions of 150 mph and 160 mph with no blow-off.

What about hail and storm-related debris? Most metal roofs have a Class 4 Impact rating, meaning they can safely withstand hail up to 2 inches in diameter. But what about larger hail stones? In August of 2022, neighbors reported hail the size of softballs in central Alberta, while a 4.75-inch hailstone was recorded near Bowling Green, Virginia, on August 7th, 2023. Euroshield has this beat. Every Euroshield shingle comes with a Class 4 Impact rating, but homeowners have another option—a hail-proof shingle! The Vermont Slate HP is hail-proof and can withstand impact from 4-inch hailstones without a scratch. 

Do you live in a climate with crazy temperature swings? Metal roofing materials can expand and contract, especially with extreme weather changes. Depending on whether installers left enough room for the metal panels to expand, gaps can develop over time, leading to leaks and moisture intrusion. Euroshield shingles are waterproof and can easily withstand extreme heat, UV exposure, hard freezes and snow without expanding, cracking, or bowing. 

Why Invest in a Euroshield Roof?

We’ve tackled price, durability, and weather resistance, but there are a few other differences between metal roofs and Euroshield shingles. 

• Every Euroshield shingle comes with an unbeatable 50-year warranty.

• Euroshield has minimal maintenance cost—whereas maintenance and recoating/painting are required for metal roofing systems.

• Metal roofs are energy efficient, but rubber is a natural insulator against cold and heat, lowering electric bills more effectively.

• Metal roofs are prone to scratching, denting, and other debris-related damage, while Euroshield is resistant to all of these and is also walkable, making inspections a lot easier.

• Depending on the type of metal and the other products installed, like the decking, metal roofs can be noisy during a storm compared to the sound-absorbing qualities of Euroshield.

Schedule an Appointment with a Euroshield Expert 

Euroshield Roofing is a clear winner against metal roofs, with benefits like exceptional durability, weather performance, cost, and eco-friendliness. Not only will Euroshield help protect your home against Mother Nature, but investing in a Euroshield roof also helps conserve our planet. Request an estimate or contact us to learn more about the benefits of installing a Euroshield Roofing system on your home.