We put metal roofing on our porch extension and added thin insulation underneath... helped a bit with rain noise, but honestly it's still pretty loud during storms. Not sure I'd do that again—probably composite shingles next time, quieter and less hassle overall.
Yeah, metal roofing can definitely be noisy—learned that the hard way myself. We did a guesthouse with metal a few years back, thinking it'd be durable and stylish (which it was), but every heavy rainstorm felt like we were inside a drum. Eventually, we ended up retrofitting extra soundproof insulation, which helped some, but honestly still louder than I'd prefer. Composite shingles have been my go-to since then—less hassle overall and way quieter.
Glad I'm not the only one who found metal roofs a bit overrated. Did a farmhouse project last year, client insisted on metal for the "rustic charm." It looked amazing, but yeah... every storm turned into a percussion concert. Composite shingles are definitely underrated in comparison.
Couldn't agree more about the noise factor with metal roofs. I recently toured a luxury home with a stunning copper roof—visually impressive, no doubt—but the owner quietly admitted he regretted the choice. Apparently, even with extra insulation, rainstorms became a constant distraction. Composite shingles certainly don't get enough credit; they're versatile, quieter, and can mimic premium materials surprisingly well. I've seen some high-end homes using architectural shingles that genuinely rival slate or cedar shakes in appearance, minus the maintenance headaches. That said, metal does have its place if durability and longevity are your main priorities—but for most residential applications, especially if comfort and quiet matter, composites might be the smarter choice.
Fair points about the noise, but honestly, I've lived under a metal roof for years and barely notice it anymore. Plus, from a sustainability angle, metal roofs are unbeatable—fully recyclable and great for rainwater harvesting. Maybe it's just about getting used to the sound...?
