Why should homeowners consider metal roofing?

Metal roofs offer several advantages, including a longer life cycle than roofing materials such as asphalt and cedar. Metal roofs can withstand elements such as hail, heavy rain and snow as well as high winds. Metal roofs have also been praised for protecting homes during forest and bush fires. In fact, in many areas, insurance companies offer homeowners up to a 30% reduction in homeowner's insurance when installing a metal roof.

Three different styles are available: standing seam roofs, panel roofs and similar looking materials including tile, cedar or slate. Standing seam metal roofs have large ribs and require crimping or welding to join them. Panel roof panels are similar to standing seam roof panels, however, these need to be screwed in. With the exception of screw-in panels, metal roofing installations require special training.

Why should homeowners consider metal roofing?

Metal roofs offer several advantages, including a longer life cycle than roofing materials such as asphalt and cedar. Metal roofs can withstand elements such as hail, heavy rain and snow, and high winds. Metal roofs have also been praised for protecting homes during forest and bush fires. In fact, in many areas, insurance companies offer homeowners up to a 30% reduction in homeowner's insurance when metal roofs are installed.

Sheet metal roofs in Cantrell are available in three different styles: standing seam roofs, panel roofs and similar looking materials including tile, cedar wood or slate. Standing seam metal roofs have large ribs and require crimping or welding to join them. Panel roof panels are similar to standing seam roof panels, however, these need to be screwed in. Metal roofing installation requires special training, except for screw-in panels.

 

Metal roofs can initially cost three to four times as much as asphalt or cedar roofs. However, homeowners must remember that the average asphalt cedar roof needs to be replaced every 15 to 20 years, whereas a metal roof can last for more than 60 years, making metal the perfect roofing choice.

Other differences between traditional roofing materials and metal roofing are their warranties. Whereas a normal quality asphalt roof usually has a warranty of 12 to 20 years, a metal roof can have a warranty of up to 50 years, more than four times that of a traditional roofing material.

 

Another benefit of metal roofs is that they provide excellent insulation, thus reducing air conditioning and heating costs. However, despite all these wonderful benefits, many people are hesitant to install a metal roof on their home due to homeowners' associations and the covenants and by-laws that govern them.

 

Metal roofs are available in many different styles, colours and finishes, many of which are similar to other roofing materials, including cedar shingles, slate, asphalt shingles and clay tiles, so there is at least one that will satisfy even the most autocratic homeowners' association.

Metal roofs are both strong and stylish. In fact, metal roofs are both durable and long-lasting. What many people don't realise, however, is that there are a wide range of styles, colours and textures to choose from when choosing a metal roof. As well as beautifying the appearance of a home, metal roofs offer other benefits such as the ability to withstand hail, fire, earthquakes and even strong winds.

 

People who work on metal roof​ can withstand natural forces that traditional asphalt roofs cannot. Even quality asphalt roofs must be replaced every 12 to 20 years, whereas metal roofing materials can last approximately 50 years or more. Compared to other roofing materials, including shingles and concrete, metal is better.

 

Wood shingles can and will withstand the weather and, in addition, mould and moss have a tendency to grow on shingles in shaded areas. Concrete tile roofs may appear to be the most durable roofing material, however, they can experience problems with the freeze/thaw cycle of northern climates. Another indication of the durability of metal roofs is the warranty offered, as many come with a 30 to 50 year warranty.