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Top 5 Metal Roof Buying Tips - Roof Repair

  • ACI Centiru Inc
  • Mar 11, 2018
  • 3 min read

If you have been searching to buy a new Metal Roof to replace your old one, you will find there are so many choices and companies to go with for the work. Everyone knows that metal roofs are made from some of the longest lasting roofing materials, but there may be a couple drawbacks also.

metal roofs - roof repairs

Here you will find the most accurate information about metal roofs and the many different options available when shopping for the right one to protect your home. In addition, you will see side by side comparisons for metal vs more conventional roofing materials like tile, barrel, wood, or asphalt.

1. The main reason that new home builder and regular folks alike are going with metal roofing is that it simply out-lasts anything else. You can expect that if you buy a brand new home with a metal roof it will outlast the house. In some cases your home's value will go up when a new metal roof is installed, even on an older home, metal adds value.

2. In places where there are hurricanes like Florida, a metal roof adds a much-needed layer of protection to your home's structure. It can withstand the high winds that are produced in these storms and can protect your home, valuables, and family for many years.

3. In places up North where it snows, metal roofs are amazing since they add insulation, maintain warmth and easily allow snow to slide off, as it comes down. People typically have black, or darker color roofing panels to build up heat from the sun, helping the snow to melt and leave your homes roof. Plus a common mistake is thining metal roofs are heavy. Just the opposite they are made from lightweight aluminum and are actually much lighter than other roofing materials. In some cases, there is up to a 700 pounds per square inch difference in weight between them.

metal roofing materials

4. Metal Roofs are fire resistant too and will not allow a fire to spread through the roof to the rest of your home. This has saved some people hit with this tragedy, to save their homes. It can give the fire department more time to put the fire out.

5. Our professional roofers can install a metal roof much faster than more traditional materials like tile. The metal roof comes precut to exact roof specifications on your home. There isn't another product that goes on so easily. Plus metal roofs can sometimes be installed directly over the damaged, or older roof your replacing. This can cut down on labor and make your metal roof installation a breeze.

metal roof replacement

If you are convinced that you want to buy a new metal roof for your families home but don't know where to find a reputable company, willing to repair and replace your roof with metal, we can help.

But first, let's take a fast look at some of the drawbacks to a metal roof.

Even though metal roofs offer so many pluses, they are more pricey than other styles. If you are working on a tight budget there may be some financially friendly roof replacement options we can do. The cost of a metal roof vs tile or concrete roofs can be minimal. It really depends on what size and shape of your homes roof and how much time and effort it will take to replace it.

Another drawback of having a metal roof installed is the noise factor. Metal is by nature louder than let's say wood or tile. So when it heavily rains you may here up to double the noise than before. If you have never been inside a home with metal roofing during a storm, give it a try. This way you will know if the noise it makes is too loud for your lifestyle.

metal roofs in rain

Metal Roof Repair can be a bit more tricky too. Since each panel comes separately if you dent one, or damage it somehow, you may need to replace a larger section than simply replacing a few shingles, or tiles.

In 2018 metal roofs have come a long way and can be modified to look anyway your desire. You can buy a full metal roof made to look like Mediterranean tiles or a Mexican style design. The finishes are identical to the materials you want to match, but you still get the benefits of having a metal roof.

We are here to help you understand what is available today.

Our staff is always here to answer roofing questions or give you a FREE ESTIMATE on any job you need to be done.

 
 
 

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