Hilliard Local

Metal Roof Installation in the Columbus Metro

Name: SOS Home Ohio
Address: 5460 Franklin Street, Hilliard, OH 43026, Hilliard, OH, 43026, US
Telephone: 614-913-3809
Rating: 5

Standing seam and metal shingle systems spec'd for Franklin County freeze-thaw and hail, installed by our own crew.

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Metal Roof Installation: What It Involves and When It's the Right Call

SOS Home Ohio installs metal roofs across the Columbus metro, and here's the honest answer on whether one's worth it: metal is a longer-service-life roof that handles Ohio's freeze-thaw and hail well, but costs more up front than asphalt and isn't right for every home. Paul or Andrew will get on your roof and tell you plainly whether metal pays off. Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, 5 stars across 49 Google reviews, free inspection. Call 614-913-3809.

Metal roofing, steel roofing, standing seam, metal shingle: those names cover two different systems, and the difference matters for both cost and how the roof looks from the street. We won't put a price on this page, because an honest number depends on your roof size, pitch, the condition of the decking underneath, and which system fits the house. What we can tell you is how each one performs through a Central Ohio year, where metal genuinely outperforms asphalt, and where it doesn't. Every job is different, contact SOS Home Ohio for an accurate estimate. While we're up there we'll also flag anything relevant on your gutters or the attic ventilation that shapes how long any new roof actually lasts.

The Two Systems

Standing Seam vs. Metal Shingle: Which Metal Roof Fits Your House

Both are metal. They install differently, cost differently, and read differently from the street.

Standing Seam Metal

Hidden-fastener panels that run from ridge to eave with no exposed screw heads. The seams are mechanically locked or snapped together, so there's no fastener penetration in the field of the roof to work loose over years of expansion and contraction. It's the longest-service-life residential metal system and the one most people picture when they say "metal roof."

Metal Shingle

Stamped steel or aluminum panels shaped to mimic shingle, slate, or shake. They install in interlocking courses and read as a traditional roof from the street, which matters in Columbus-area neighborhoods and under HOA guidelines that restrict a bold panel look. Lower cost than standing seam while keeping most of the metal durability.

Tear-Off and Underlayment

A proper metal install is only as good as what's under it. We tear off to the decking, repair soft or rotted sheets, and run a high-temperature synthetic underlayment rated for metal before a single panel goes down. Metal moves with temperature, and the underlayment is the secondary water barrier that carries the roof through that movement.

Ice-and-water shield and underlayment installed on a Columbus-area roof deck before the final roofing goes on

When it matters most

Why Metal Holds Up to Ohio Freeze-Thaw and Hail

Here's where metal earns its keep in Central Ohio. Franklin County doesn't get one kind of weather, it gets all of it: hail from March through September, summer heat that bakes granules off asphalt, and the part that quietly kills roofs here, the freeze-thaw cycle. A January day that swings from 15 degrees overnight to 40 in the afternoon, over and over, is brutal on a roof. Water works into every seam and seasonal joint, freezes, expands, and pries it open. Asphalt granules shed faster under that cycling, and ice dams form at the eaves when a poorly vented attic melts snow at the ridge. A standing seam roof has no exposed fasteners in the field to loosen as the metal expands and contracts through that freeze-thaw swing, and the panel surface doesn't lose granules to hail the way asphalt does. That's the real durability argument for metal in Ohio, and it's grounded in how these roofs actually age here, not in a brochure.

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Metal vs. Asphalt

Metal Roof vs. Asphalt Shingles: The Honest Comparison

Lifespan

Metal's headline advantage. A properly installed standing seam roof carries a service life well past asphalt, so most homeowners replace an asphalt roof once or twice in the time a metal roof lasts. If you plan to stay in the house long-term, that math is the whole reason to consider metal.

Up-Front Cost

This is where asphalt wins. A quality architectural shingle is a significantly lower up-front number than a metal system of either type. Metal is a long-horizon investment, not the cheaper roof today. We'll tell you straight whether your plans make that trade-off worth it.

Storm Resistance

Metal doesn't lose granules to hail the way asphalt does, and standing seam has no field fasteners to lift in wind. Asphalt is more vulnerable to both, which is why hail and wind claims so often land on shingle roofs in Franklin County. Some insurers price that difference in.

Look and Fit

Architectural and impact-resistant shingles come in a wide color range and read as traditional on any neighborhood. Standing seam reads modern; metal shingle splits the difference. If matching the street is the priority, that shapes the choice as much as cost does.

Our Process

How a Metal Roof Installation Actually Goes

Four stages from the first inspection to the final walkthrough. Call 614-913-3809 to start with the free inspection.

01
Inspection and System Selection
Paul or Andrew gets on the roof, not just the ladder. We check the pitch, the decking, the valleys, the flashing points, and the attic ventilation. Pitch is the first number we look at, because a low-slope roof changes which metal system is safe to install and how snow sheds off it.
02
Tear-Off and Deck Prep
Full tear-off to the decking, soft or rotted sheets replaced, then high-temperature synthetic underlayment rated for metal across the whole deck. We don't install metal over old shingles. The whole point of a 50-year roof is a clean, sound substrate underneath it.
03
Installation and Flashing
Panels or metal shingles installed to manufacturer spec, with the flashing, drip edge, and ridge detail that make or break a metal roof. The seams and transitions are where a sloppy metal install leaks, so we don't rush the metalwork. Our own crew does it, start to finish.
04
Cleanup and Walkthrough
We tarp the landscaping before tear-off and run a magnetic sweep over the lawn before we leave, because metal scrap and fasteners in the grass are a real hazard. Final walkthrough happens with you before we call the job done.

When a Metal Roof Is the Wrong Call

Metal is the right roof for some Columbus-area homes and the wrong spend for others. Here's when we'll tell you to skip it.

You're moving in a few years: Metal pays off over decades. If you'll sell before then, a quality architectural shingle recovers more of its cost at resale. We'll say so.
Your roof is a very low slope: Some metal systems need a minimum pitch to shed water and snow safely. On the wrong slope, metal is the wrong call, and we'll steer you to a system that fits.
Your existing roof is under 15 years and sound: If the inspection says you've got good years left, you don't need any new roof yet, metal or otherwise. We won't manufacture a replacement.
An HOA restricts the panel look: Some neighborhoods rule out standing seam. Metal shingle may still work, but if the guidelines are strict, asphalt may be the practical answer.

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What Homeowners Say After Working With Us

5.049 verified Google reviews

Had a very bad garage roof , this company did a remarkable job and I now have a building I can use . Thanks for the hard work and great crew. THEY ALSO WENT BEYOND GETTING ME THE INSURANCE PAYMENT THAT I WAS ENTITLED TOO. I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY IF YOU WANT A COMPANY THAT WILL TREAT YOU WITH RESPECT AND HONESTY.

Sheila BowersmithSep 2026 · Google

SOS is a great roofing company. Andrew, site supervisor, has been very professional and friendly. My wife and Iiked the way he explained about the roof replacement process, now we feel comfortable with the result of the work. Thanks

Tad NishimuraSep 2026 · Google

This company was exceptional. On time, great work and extremely kind and informative! I would recommend to anyone needing roof repairs or replacement. A trustworthy company.

Beth BairdJul 2026 · Google

SOS did a great job with my roof. From the initial estimate, working with the insurance company, explaining the process. They completed the job professionally and made sure everything was to my satisfaction before I signed off. They helped turn a very complex process into an easy one.

Greg RamahMay 2026 · Google

Paul from SOS came out today and was great. He clearly showed me the problem areas and what they would need to do to fix them. There was no sales pressure to get a new roof like many places do. I will do another review once the repairs are done.

Keith GreyMar 2026 · Google

Paul came out to inspect the roof after those big wind & hail storms. He was able to identify the issues and proposed affordable, smart solutions. Highly recommend!

Laura AMar 2026 · Google

Very pleased with the level of detail provided in the roof inspection following wind and hail damage to my roof and chimney cap. The inspection was thorough and comprehensive, offering a clear picture of the condition and remaining life of the entire roof system—including gutters, downspouts, roof surface, and attic interior. Paul and his team did an excellent job helping me understand my situation and the next steps toward resolving the issues. They answered all of my questions with patience and expertise.

Andy WirtMar 2026 · Google

SOS Roofing is true to its name. I contacted the company for emergency help for a friend. The company owner, Paul, responded immediately, arrived on-site in two to three hours, and had the emergency handled a short time after that. Due to a roof leaking badly in a serious rain and windstorm, a speedy response and solution was definitely needed. SOS Roofing provided that solution, preventing serious interior damage to the home. I highly recommend this company and its owner.

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Metal Roof Installation Questions, Answered Directly

How long does a metal roof last?

A properly installed metal roof outlasts asphalt by a wide margin. Standing seam carries the longest residential service life of the two systems, and metal shingle isn't far behind. The practical takeaway for a Columbus-area home: most homeowners replace an asphalt roof once or twice over the life of a single metal roof. The exact number depends on the system, the metal gauge, and how well the roof was installed, which is why the install quality matters as much as the material.

Is a metal roof worth it in Ohio?

For the right house, yes. Ohio's freeze-thaw cycling and hail are hard on roofs, and metal handles both better than asphalt: no granules to lose to hail, no field fasteners to lift in wind, and a cold smooth surface that sheds snow and ice. The catch is up-front cost and pitch. Metal costs more today than a quality shingle, and some systems need a minimum slope. If you're staying in the home long-term and your roof geometry suits it, metal is often worth it. If you're moving soon, a good architectural shingle may be the smarter spend. We'll give you the honest read after we inspect. Call 614-913-3809.

What's the difference between standing seam and metal shingle?

Standing seam is a panel system that runs ridge to eave with hidden fasteners and raised locked seams, the modern metal look with the longest service life. Metal shingle is stamped steel or aluminum shaped to mimic traditional shingle or slate, installed in interlocking courses so it reads as a conventional roof from the street. Standing seam generally costs more and lasts longest; metal shingle costs less and fits neighborhoods or HOAs that restrict a bold panel look. We'll walk your roofline and tell you which one suits the house.

Is a metal roof noisy when it rains?

This is the question everyone asks, and the honest answer is no, not on a properly installed residential roof. The noise people remember is from a metal panel laid over open framing, like a barn or a porch. A home metal roof sits over solid decking, synthetic underlayment, and attic insulation, so rain sounds about the same as it does under asphalt. The install details are what keep it quiet, which is another reason the deck prep matters.

Can you install a metal roof over my existing shingles?

We don't. The whole value of a metal roof is a long service life, and that depends on a clean, sound deck underneath it. Installing over old shingles traps heat and moisture, hides decking problems, and leaves an uneven surface that telegraphs through metal panels. We tear off to the deck, repair what needs it, and run metal-rated underlayment before any panels go on. It's the only way to install a roof meant to last decades.

What does a metal roof installation cost in Columbus?

An honest number requires a look at your roof first. Cost depends on the system (standing seam runs higher than metal shingle), the roof size and pitch, the number of penetrations like chimneys and skylights, and the condition of the decking underneath. We won't post a floor price here that doesn't reflect your actual roof. Every job is different, contact SOS Home Ohio at 614-913-3809 for an accurate, no-obligation estimate.

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