What is the average cost of a metal roof?
Short answer. There is no meaningful single average, because metal roofs come in two very different families: exposed-fastener panels often cost somewhat more than an architectural shingle roof, while standing seam commonly costs double or more. With typical North Georgia shingle replacements running roughly $8,000 to $16,000, expect metal on the same house to start above that range and climb well beyond it for standing seam.
Two families, two price levels
- Exposed-fastener panels. Faster to install and cheaper to make. Common on barns, porches and some homes. The fasteners need periodic attention.
- Standing seam. Concealed clips, raised seams and more precise labor. The look most homeowners picture when they think of a metal roof, at a much higher price.
An average that mixes the two describes neither.
What drives your number
- Roof size in squares and the amount of trim, which grows with hips, valleys and dormers.
- Pitch and height.
- Tear-off of existing shingles and any decking repair.
- Metal thickness and paint system.
- The number of experienced metal crews near you.
Does it pay back?
Metal can last decades longer than shingles when well installed, so it pays back mainly for owners who will stay a long time. If you might sell within several years, buyers may not pay the full premium.
Insurance considerations
Metal resists punctures but can dent in hail, and some policies limit coverage for cosmetic dents. Read your policy before choosing metal for hail resistance alone.
See metal roofing in Georgia and roof replacement cost in Georgia.