The two most common choices for Wentzville-area homes, compared honestly — cost, lifespan, hail resistance, and the myths — so you can pick the right roof.
Asphalt shingles have the lower upfront cost — roughly $8,000–$18,000 for an average Wentzville roof. Metal costs more to install (often $20,000–$35,000+), but spread over its much longer life, the cost per year can be competitive.
Quality architectural shingles last about 25–30 years in Missouri's climate. Metal and stone-coated steel can last 40–50+ years — often the last roof you'll buy for the home.
This matters in our hail corridor. Standard shingles can be bruised by hail; Class 4 impact-resistant shingles and metal both hold up far better and can reduce storm damage and insurance headaches.
Shingles come in dozens of colors and suit virtually any home and HOA. Metal offers a sleek, modern standing-seam look, while stone-coated steel mimics shingle, shake, or tile with steel underneath.
Installed over solid decking with underlayment (the way we do it), a metal roof is no louder in the rain than shingles. The noisy "tin roof" is an open-frame barn, not a modern home.
If budget is the priority or you may move in 10–15 years, architectural or impact-resistant shingles are the practical pick. If you're staying long term and want maximum durability and the lowest lifetime cost, metal is hard to beat. We'll show you both during a free estimate.
For homeowners staying long term, often yes — the 40–50 year lifespan and hail resistance can outweigh the higher upfront cost.
Sometimes, but we generally recommend a tear-off so we can inspect and repair the decking and install correctly.
Both Class 4 impact-resistant shingles and metal resist hail well — a smart choice in the Wentzville area.
A free, no-pressure inspection from a local, ICC-certified Wentzville crew answers it for sure. Storm damage? We handle the insurance claim too.
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