Benefits of Metal Roofing

Some of the Benefits of Metal Roofing Include:

Better for the Environment- Recycling Aspect of Metal Roofing

Many people have the misperception that metal roofing is significantly more expensive than traditional asphalt shingles. Actually with recent fluctuations in the commodity markets, metal roofing metal is actually less expensive than asphalt shingles. This makes metal roofing a logical choice in Florida because many metal roofing systems are tested for wind velocities of up to 140 miles per hour.

While metal roofing has been popular for decades with agricultural and industrial buildings, in recent years metal roofing has become the roofing material of choice within the architectural community for commercial and even residential homes. Architects who favor metal like it because it is attractive, lightweight, fire resistant, and durable. Architects can also specify a wide range of colors. According to the Metal Roofing Alliance, a metal roof will last two to three times longer than a traditional asphalt shingle roof. Once apt to corrode, especially in seaside applications, metal roofs can also be produced in aluminum to prevent salt spray rust.

Most steel metal roofing has a 'metallic coating' made of either zinc or a combination of zinc and aluminum which prevents rust from forming and is bonded to the steel at the factory. Paint is then applied over the metallic coating to provide the any long-lasting color the homeowner or architect desires.