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How long does a roof actually last?
It depends on the material, and on how hard Texas weather has been on it.
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Roof lifespan
Lifespan by material, in Texas
In Texas, a 3-tab asphalt roof lasts about 15 to 20 years, architectural shingles 25 to 30, metal 40 to 70, and tile 50 or more. Heat, hail and installation quality all move those numbers up or down.
- 3-tab asphalt shingles: roughly 15 to 20 years
- Architectural (dimensional) shingles: roughly 25 to 30 years
- Metal, standing seam: roughly 40 to 70 years
- Clay or concrete tile: 50 years or more
- Slate: often the lifetime of the home
What shortens a roof's life in Texas
Our climate is hard on roofs. Relentless summer heat bakes and cracks shingles, hail bruises and strips them, and poor attic ventilation cooks a roof from underneath. Above all, a bad installation can cut years off any material, no matter how good the shingle is.
Signs your roof is near the end
- Widespread curling, cracking or bald spots where granules are gone
- Granules constantly filling the gutters
- Multiple leaks or recurring repairs
- Daylight or sagging visible in the attic
- The roof is simply past the age range for its material
Comparing materials for a new roof? See shingle roofing and metal roofing, or if yours is near the end, roof replacement. Daniel Ali is a licensed and insured roofing contractor in Plano; the roof inspection is free, and so is the honest answer on roof repair versus roof replacement.
Common questions
Straight answers
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What is the most durable roof for Texas?
Metal and tile last the longest and shrug off hail and heat the best, though they cost more up front. For most homeowners a quality architectural shingle, installed correctly, is the practical balance of cost and life.
Does a metal roof really last 50 years?
A properly installed standing seam metal roof commonly lasts 40 to 70 years, yes, which is why many owners see it as the last roof they will ever buy.
How do I make my roof last longer?
Good attic ventilation, a correct installation, and getting small problems fixed early are the three biggest levers. A free inspection every few years catches issues while they are still cheap.
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