Residential metal roofing continues as a popular roof replacement choice for many New England homeowners and businesses. Although it is costly to install initially, it looks beautiful and has a 50-year average warranty.
Metal roofs have safety advantages as well – they don’t burn – and your insurance company may offer a discount for having one. Metal roofs also have safety disadvantages relating to ice and snow dislodgement under specific situations. We will discuss the pros and cons of a metal roof after assessing the layout and parameters pertaining to your specific roofing need.
Beyond that, a metal roof reduces attic heat gain in the summer according to the Solar Energy Center. That may, translate into big savings in air-conditioning costs.
Lightweight steel roofs often can be installed over your old shingles without an expensive tear-off. No additional supports are needed. Because metal comes in big sheets, we can generally get the job dome quickly.
Another metal option is copper. Copper is very expensive, but its lovely green patina is very appealing. Like other metal roofing it cools fast after the sun goes down and cuts down on air-conditioning costs.
Once considered a drab-looking industrial product, lightweight metal roofs are in higher demand among homeowners now that manufacturers are offering them in multiple colors and styles. Our preferred metal roofing product can be found at www.idealroofing.com
Metal Roofs
Metal roofs have safety advantages as well – they don’t burn – and your insurance company may offer a discount for having one. Metal roofs also have safety disadvantages relating to ice and snow dislodgement under specific situations. We will discuss the pros and cons of a metal roof after assessing the layout and parameters pertaining to your specific roofing need.
Beyond that, a metal roof reduces attic heat gain in the summer according to the Solar Energy Center. That may, translate into big savings in air-conditioning costs.
Lightweight steel roofs often can be installed over your old shingles without an expensive tear-off. No additional supports are needed. Because metal comes in big sheets, we can generally get the job dome quickly.
Another metal option is copper. Copper is very expensive, but its lovely green patina is very appealing. Like other metal roofing it cools fast after the sun goes down and cuts down on air-conditioning costs.
Once considered a drab-looking industrial product, lightweight metal roofs are in higher demand among homeowners now that manufacturers are offering them in multiple colors and styles. Our preferred metal roofing product can be found at www.idealroofing.com