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Metal roofs can rust, but steel is a material that holds up well to environmental factors, especially if it’s painted or galvanized. One of the main determining factors regarding rust is the environment the roof is in. Harsher environments with a lot of salt in the air will rust much more quickly than a steel or metal roof in a dry climate. Zinc-coated steel, called galvanized steel, is excellent at preventing rust from forming.

Asphalt shingle roofs are more likely to leak than metal roofs because they are more prone to uplift and damage from extreme weather, moss growth, and ice dams. Asphalt shingles also lose shingle grit over time, which decreases their waterproofing qualities. Metal is a more resilient material that will stand up better to strong winds and heavy precipitation, ultimately leading to a lower risk of leaking. As such, metal roofs add to home value with a higher ROI than asphalt roofs in most cases.

The type of repair you need is a major factor in the cost of repairing a roof. Some of the most common types of roof repairs include:

• Leak: $360–$1,550

• Damaged gutters: $180–$560

• Flashing: $200–$500

• Sagging roof: $1,500–$7,000

• Damaged roof cap: $200–$750

• Roof patch: $100–$1,000

• Vent repair: $75–$250

• Dormer repair: $250–$1,000

• Fascia: $600–$6,000

• Truss repair: $500–$5,000

• Eave repair: $1,500–$1,700

The paint on a metal roof will last for about 10 years (the metal roof itself has a life span of 40 to 70 years). After a decade, the metal roof’s color may be more noticeably faded, and chips and cracks may start to form in the paint.