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Is A Metal Roof Right For You?

This is a summary outline from The 2022 Residential Metal Roofing Buyer's Guide from the Metal Roofers Alliance.


Roofs are often the most neglected area of a home — they can become quite expensive projects if ignored.

How do you know when it’s time to put on a new roof?


There are many tell-tell sights that indicate that it’s time to reroof your home.


Know the signs and regularly inspect your roof.




Comparing metal roofs to other roofing materials will showcase in most instances as the perfect choice for your home. While the initial investment may be higher in some cases.


The long-term cost make it the most economical choice.


Why?


  • Metal roofs last longer. Up to 3 times the lifespan of asphalt shingles.

  • Provide superior endurance and durability. They protect your home both inside and out from extreme weather and more.

Add it all up and metal roofing just makes sense .


Find a metal roof that works for you:


(A picture from one of our own Snap Lock Standing Seam Metal Roof projects)


Why Metal Roofs are the best option for every area:

  1. Energy efficient - they repel heat an minimize energy loads - which equates to cost savings for the home owner

  2. Solar - panels fit perfectly on roof, the roof will typically out last the panels, and requires no penetration of the roof limiting opportunity for leaks

  3. Noise - no louder with rain compared to any other roofing material

  4. Does not attract lighting - in fact if lightening strikes your roof, the energy will be spread out over a larger area, which diminishes the affect of the immediate impact

  5. Most environmentally friendly roofing products on the market - Made of recycled material and is 100% recyclable at the end of its useful life. This means less in landfills and more reuse than with other roofing products

  6. Ice/ snow - Designed to carry heavy loads of snow and minimize ice damage due to their smoother surface. Snow guards are also readily available and easily fit into every style on the market.

  7. Hurricanes and high winds - tested to withstand winds up to 140 mph which is equivalent to an F2 tornado and provides protection against impact damage from debris.

  8. Wildfires- When combined with the right roofing components, Metal roofing carries a Class A fire rating. The highest possible protection from threats such as wildfires

  9. Severe hail - most metal roofing exceed requirements for hail storms. Including requirements for most home insurance companies

In summary, metal roofing out performs other roofs in every category. The most durable, sustainable, low maintenance, and eco friendly .


What more could you ask for?






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