This article is intended to provide an overview of some of the many characteristics and benefits of metal roofing.
Durable in Different Weather Conditions
Metal Roofing may be utilized in a variety of roofing applications, including commercial and residential. As a result of its nonporous composition, metal roofing can endure wind speeds of up to 120 miles per hour and is resistant to damage caused by extreme climatic swings. Because of its capacity to withstand a broad range of weather conditions, metal roofing is used in a wide range of regions across the world.
Quality Metal Roofing Materials
There are several parallels between sheet metal and metal roofing materials. They’re both composed of high-quality sheet steel with a metallic coating. Coatings on these roofing materials provide corrosion resistance while also enhancing their visual appeal. The steel core, metallic coating, and organic coating all contribute to the steel sheet’s service life. Steel characteristics and coatings come in a wide variety, making it possible to choose the best material for a given project.
Steel Roofing Installation
Metal roofing is the most popular choice among home owner’s organizations because of its versatility and affordability. Because it can be built quickly, occupants will experience less disturbance during the installation process. Panels of steel roofing may be provided in a continuous length from eave to ridge, allowing for a quick and simple installation process. No requirement for roof tear-off is required since it may be put over existing asphalt and wood shake roofs without the need for demolition.
Style and Colors
Vertical rib, standing seam, and tile steel roofing are available in a variety of designs and colours to suit any type of house or building. The only difficult part is determining which one is ideal for your particular situation.
The Styles and Colors tool, available at this link, will allow you to choose your house type, roofing material and colour to see what a steel roof may look like on your property.
Metal Roof Sustainability
Steel is the most recyclable material on the planet, with approximately 70 million tonnes recycled or exported for recycling each year in North America. The overall recycled content found in Canadian-made steel used for metal roofing is at least 25% and maybe as high as 95% depending on the steel manufacturing process. Both of these standards represent industry-leading recycled content levels.
Many buyers in the market for a new roof are unaware that installing a steel roofing system over an existing roof is a well-established installation method with a track record. A steel roof may typically be put over your existing roof, decreasing the
amount of material that has to be ripped off and disposed of in landfills. Most experts advise taking this method to save money and time and help with house insulation difficulties, trash in landfills, and yard clutter during the installation procedure.
Low-grade asphalt shingle roofs may only last 10 to 20 years before needing to be replaced. Each year, re-roofing produces around 11 million tonnes of garbage in our landfills. Installing a new steel roof over your old shingles can help you contribute less to global warming. A steel roof contains recycled materials and may help you save energy throughout the hot months. This translates to lower greenhouse gas emissions… remember to follow the 3 R’s – Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle – and we’ll all benefit from a greener nation.
Metal Roof Longevity
A non-steel roof’s typical lifespan is 17 years; however, asphalt roofs may need to be replaced every 10 to 20 years, or even sooner. A steel roof has unrivalled endurance, lasting up to two and a half times as long as a wood roof: up to 40 to 60 years.
- Non-combustible
- Better resale value
- Energy efficient
- Resistant to decay, discolouration and mildew
- Low maintenance
For any homeowner considering selling their house, the durability of a metal roof presents a unique selling advantage. People will be able to buy a house and not have to worry about roof repair for the next 40 years in certain circumstances.
