What is Metal Roofing?
Metal roofing is exactly what it sounds like. It is thin sheets of metal that come together by overlapping each other to form a roofing system. Metal roofing is considered an alternative to asphalt shingles, tiles, or even concrete. Metal roofing is a great solution for your roofing system, and you can read below about its benefits to decide if this type of roof is the one for your home or business.
Why Choose Metal Roofing?
There are several reasons to choose metal roofing over some of the other options for your roofing system. Below, we will list out a few of those categories so that you can make an informed decision on what is best for you and your home.
Lifetime
The one thing that makes metal roofing stand out from others is the overall lifetime. A typical metal roof that is installed properly will last around 60 years! The extended lifetime of a metal roof makes it a great option as it should not need constant attention or complete replacement every 15-20 years. It is normal for metal roofs to outlast a standard shingle roof by more than three times the overall lifespan. These statistics can vary depending on the exact material use for metal roofing, but generally a metal roof will greatly exceed the lifespan of an asphalt shingle roof.
Maintenance
Another major benefit of a metal roof is the low maintenance required to keep metal roofing in great shape. Because of the metal finish, debris falling from trees does not stick to the surface of the roof which allows for it stay nice and clean. When leaves, branches, and dirt stick to the roof it can cause the roof to degrade faster than it should. The only maintenance that would be required for a metal roof that is installed properly would be to check for leaves and sticks that may have fallen after storms or during certain seasons throughout the year.
Durability
Metal roofing is considered to be the best option when it comes to the overall durability of a roofing system. One of the major benefits of using metal for your roof is that it is Class A fire-rated noncombustible which is the highest grade possible. When a metal roof is installed correctly, it is designed to withstand the following natural elements:
- Rain
- Strong winds
- Debris (leaves, sticks, dirt)
- Hail
- Snow
- Mold & Mildew
- Small Animals (squirrels, birds, etc.)
Cost-effectiveness
There is no doubt that a metal roof carries a higher up-front cost than a standard asphalt shingle roof. The major difference in the cost of these two types of roofing systems is the lifetime, as we mentioned before. An asphalt shingle roof may be less expensive than a metal roof, but you will end up replacing the shingles around three times before a metal roof would need to be replaced. This alone makes the cost of metal roofing a great option for your home!
