Metal Roofs
Standing-seam and metal panel roofs installed for East Bay homes, built to last 40 years or more while shedding heavy rain, high wind, and fire.
A metal roof is a long-life roof built from standing-seam panels or interlocking metal shingles, sealed tight over your home. It is the longest-lasting roof most homeowners can buy, often 40 to 70 years. Tradition Roofing Company has installed roofs across the East Bay since 2007, so we set every panel and seam to last.
Metal has quietly become one of the smartest roofs for Bay Area homes. It sheds heavy winter rain fast, holds tight in wind, and carries a Class A fire rating, the top level. For homes near the East Bay hills and the wildland edge, that fire rating matters. We install metal for both looks and long-term protection, and we walk you through the choice in plain terms.
What kinds of metal roofs do you install?
We install three main types. Standing-seam is the premium pick: long metal panels with raised, hidden seams that lock out water, and it works on low and steep roofs alike. Metal shingles and panels give the look of shingle or tile in a lighter, tougher material. For flat or low-slope sections, we can run metal built for shallow pitches where standard shingle would leak.
Not sure which fits your home? We look at your roof shape, pitch, and style, then show you honest options. Many East Bay homes pair a standing-seam main roof with metal over a low-slope porch or addition. If you are planning a full roof replacement, we can quote metal next to shingle so you compare real numbers. Metal roofs also pair well with new seamless gutters to carry the fast runoff away from your walls.
How long does a metal roof last?
A quality metal roof lasts a long time, often 40 to 70 years. That is two to three times the life of a typical asphalt shingle roof, which usually needs replacing in 15 to 25 years. Standing-seam panels with a good coating resist rust, fading, and the salt in the coastal marine air. Over the life of your home, one metal roof can outlast two or three shingle roofs.
Metal also holds up with little upkeep. There are no shingle tabs to blow off or curl in the sun. A yearly look at the seams, fasteners, and flashing keeps it in top shape. A roof inspection every year or two catches small issues early, so the roof reaches the long end of its lifespan.
Does a metal roof stand up to fire and wind?
Yes, and this is a real reason to pick metal in the East Bay. Metal roofing earns a Class A fire rating, the highest level, so it resists flames and flying embers far better than wood or older roofs. In the hills near the wildland edge, a fire-smart roof protects your home when embers travel on the wind. Metal will not catch from a stray spark the way some roofs can.
Metal also grips hard in wind. Standing-seam panels lock together and fasten down through hidden clips, so there are no loose tabs for wind to lift. When metal is installed to code with the right fasteners and underlayment, it stays put through the storms that roll through the Bay each winter.
Best Metal Roof Installation in San Leandro
Tradition Roofing Company has installed roofs across San Leandro and the East Bay since 2007, close to 20 years of local work. We know how Bay Area weather, wet winters, dry summers, and hillside fire risk, wears on a roof. We are a licensed California roofing contractor, CSLB #892345 (C-39). We set every metal panel, seam, and fastener the right way, because on a metal roof the install is what makes it last. You get a straight answer about whether metal fits your home, not a hard sell, and a free estimate before any work starts. We serve Oakland, Hayward, Castro Valley, Alameda, and Union City too.
Ready to talk metal? Call (510) 914-0348 for a free estimate and an honest look at your roof.
Why choose Tradition Roofing Company?
- Fully licensed and insured for your protection.
- Upfront pricing you approve before any work starts.
- Serving San Leandro, Oakland, Hayward, Castro Valley, Alameda, Union City and surrounding areas.
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Related services
- Seamless Gutters & Downspouts, Seamless aluminum gutters and downspouts, custom-formed on site to fit your roofline and carry East Bay rain away from your roof, fascia, and foundation.
- Roof Repair, Roof repair across the East Bay for leaks, storm damage, worn flashing, and missing shingles, on shingle, tile, flat, and metal roofs.
- Roof Installation, Full roof replacements and new roofs for East Bay homes, in asphalt shingle, tile, flat, and metal, installed to California code and permitted.
Explore our full range of Roofing, or head back to the Tradition Roofing Company home page.
Cost of metal roofs in San Leandro
Published 2026 cost guides put a standing-seam metal roof for a typical East Bay home around $14,000 to $30,000, with metal shingle or panel often less, and architectural shingle about $10,000 to $18,000 for comparison. These are typical published ranges, not our quote. Your exact price is put in writing before any work starts.
What moves the price:
- Roof size and pitch, measured in squares (100 square feet each)
- Metal type: standing-seam panel, metal shingle, or panel for low-slope sections
- Coating and finish, including cool-roof reflective options
- Roof shape and complexity, such as valleys, hips, and dormers
- Tear-off and haul-away of the old roof, plus any deck repair
Every job is different, so we give you an exact price up front, and you approve it before any work starts.
How it works
How our metal roofs process works
Get your free estimate
Call or request a quote online. We'll take a look and give you an honest, upfront price, no pressure.
We schedule your job
Pick a time that works for you. We show up when we say we will and keep you in the loop the whole way.
Done right, the first time
Clean, quality roofing work, and we leave your property better than we found it.
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FAQ
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Where can I find metal roof installation near me in San Leandro?
Tradition Roofing Company installs metal roofs right here in San Leandro and across the East Bay, including Oakland, Hayward, Castro Valley, Alameda, and Union City. We have roofed local homes since 2007 and know how Bay Area weather and hillside fire risk shape the right roof. Call (510) 914-0348 for a free estimate. We will look at your roof and talk through your metal options.
Is a metal roof worth the cost compared to shingles?
For many East Bay homes, yes. Published 2026 cost guides put a standing-seam metal roof around $14,000 to $30,000, versus about $10,000 to $18,000 for architectural shingle. Those are typical ranges, not a quote. Metal lasts 40 to 70 years, while shingle often needs replacing in 15 to 25. Over that span, one metal roof can outlast two or three shingle roofs, so many owners find it pays off.
Why does correct metal roof installation matter so much?
Because on a metal roof, the install is what makes it last. The seams, clips, and fasteners must lock tight and shed water the right way, or even the best panels can leak or lift in wind. Tradition Roofing Company has installed roofs across the East Bay since 2007, so we set every seam and fastener to spec. Good metal, installed right, is a roof that holds for decades.
How long does it take to install a metal roof?
Most homes take two to five days, depending on the roof size, shape, and pitch. We tear off the old roof, check and repair the deck, lay a tight underlayment, then set the metal panels and flashing. A larger or more complex roof with many valleys and dormers takes longer. We give you a clear timeline in writing with your free estimate, so you know what to expect.
Do metal roofs keep a home cooler in summer?
They can. Many metal panels carry reflective, cool-roof coatings that bounce the sun's heat away instead of soaking it up. Paired with good attic venting, a metal roof can keep a home cooler than a dark shingle roof during a hot East Bay summer. The color and coating you pick affect how much heat it reflects. We help you choose a finish that fits your home.
Are metal roofs loud when it rains?
No, a modern metal roof is not loud in the rain. It is installed over a solid deck and underlayment, not open framing like an old barn. That layer, plus your attic and insulation, muffles the sound. Most homeowners say a metal roof is about as quiet as any other roof inside the house. If noise worries you, we can walk you through the layers we install.
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