- Tile & Slate
- Composition
- Shake
- Single Ply
Metal - Gutter
- Smart Roof Systems:
- Post Consumer Recycled
- Photovoltaic
- Green Roofing
Materials Metal
Modern metal roofing is high tech and sylish and will virtually last forever. Metal roofing is usually 24 or 26 gauge in thickness, so it is very sturdy but, at the same time, very lightweight.
Expected life. Properly installed, a metal roof should last as long as the house, completely sealing out water, surviving high winds, and easily shedding snow. Metal is resistant to fire, mildew, insects, and rot. Warranties vary widely but most companies strongly back their products for 20 to 50 years.
There are two main types of metal roofing: Standing Seam and Decorative
Standing Seam is the most popular style and refers to long panels of colored metal, 12 to 24 inches wide with raised seams running vertically up the face creating a sleek, modern appearance. There are NO exposed fasteners. Standing Seam is well suited for snow zones since snow and ice slide easily off the smooth surface. Maintenance is practically nonexistent if the pitch of the roof is fairly steep.
Decorative refers to small panels, formed into the shape of tile roofing which are interlocked in much the same way as tile. The surface has bonded colored granule allowing for a variety of looks. Again, there are no exposed fasteners with this style metal. Decorative Metal is a great choice if a tile look is wanted and the structure is not designed for the heavier cement tile. Please contact us in regard to warranties from the various manufacturers. We are happy to discuss the various options for using metal on your building.
The Good
- Heavy Duty and Lightweight
- Virtually Maintenance Free
- High Reflectivity of Sun Rays
- Long Lasting
- Low RF Value (Low Insulation)
- Limited Color Choices (Standing Seam)
- Difficult to Repair
- High Cost
