Metal roofing, answered plainly.

Most residential metal roofs in San Diego range from about $15,000 to $40,000 installed, depending on the metal type, roof size and complexity. Standing seam steel sits in the middle of that range, while custom copper sits at the top. We start every project with a free assessment and a written, line-item quote so you know the exact figure before any work begins.

A properly installed metal roof lasts 50 years or more in San Diego, two to three times longer than asphalt shingles. Standing seam steel and copper systems are built to handle coastal salt air, intense sun and seasonal storms without the cracking, curling or granule loss that ages a shingle roof.

For most San Diego homeowners, yes. A metal roof costs more upfront but typically outlasts two or three shingle roofs, reflects heat to lower cooling bills, carries a Class A fire rating and adds resale value. Over the life of the home it is often the lower total cost, because it can be the last roof you buy.

Yes. Coastal homes are exactly where metal roofing earns its value. We specify marine-grade coatings and corrosion-resistant systems built for salt air, and we detail every penetration and seam to keep wind-driven coastal rain out. Standing seam and copper both perform exceptionally well within a few miles of the ocean.

No, the opposite. Metal reflects solar heat rather than absorbing it the way dark asphalt does, and reflective finishes can lower attic temperatures and summer cooling costs. In San Diego’s sun, a metal roof is one of the more energy-efficient choices a homeowner can make.

No. A modern metal roof installed over solid decking and underlayment is no louder than any other roof. The drumming sound people picture comes from bare metal over open framing, like a barn. A residential metal roof sits on a full deck, so rain sounds the same as it would under shingles.

Standing seam is a metal roofing system with raised vertical seams that lock the panels together and hide every fastener. With no exposed screws to back out or leak over time, it is the most weather-resistant and lowest-maintenance metal roof available, and it gives a home a clean, modern line. It is our most-installed system.

Yes. Every SW Metal Roofing installation is backed by a lifetime warranty against leaks, in addition to the manufacturer warranty on the metal and finish. We are a licensed and insured San Diego contractor and we stand behind our workmanship for the life of the roof.

In some cases, yes, a metal roof can be installed over one existing layer if the decking is sound and local code allows it. More often we recommend a full tear-off so we can inspect and repair the deck, install proper underlayment and warranty the entire system. We confirm the right approach during your free assessment.

Yes, and it is one of the most common projects we take on. Because we do both roofing and solar, one team handles the whole job: we detach your existing panels, install the new metal roof, then reset the solar on top. Standing seam is the best roof to pair with solar, because the panels clamp onto the raised seams without a single hole drilled through the roof. You end up with a 50-year roof and your solar back in service, coordinated by one company instead of a separate roofer and solar installer.

Most residential metal roof installations take three to seven working days, depending on roof size, the system chosen and the amount of custom fabrication involved. Copper and complex standing seam roofs take longer because much of the metal is formed by hand. We give you a firm timeline with your written quote.

We serve homeowners and businesses across San Diego County, including La Jolla, Del Mar, Rancho Santa Fe, Coronado, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Poway, Escondido, Oceanside, Vista, San Marcos, El Cajon and the surrounding communities. If you are in the county, we can assess your roof.