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How to Choose the Right Colour for your Metal Roof

Choosing a colour for your new metal roof has never been more exciting: there is an abundance of colour options and styles to choose from. It can be easy, however, to get lost in the variety of choices available to you. In this article we will discuss the practical and aesthetic considerations to keep in …

Why Metal Roofs Are Better Than Shingles

Asphalt shingles have been the first roofing material choice for years due to their reliability, affordable cost, and simple maintenance. Metal roofs, however, are quickly climbing to the top of buyers’ minds thanks to their durability, wide array of style options, and longevity. So what other benefits do metal roofs provide that make them a …

Metal Roofing Best Practices

Metal roofs are one of the best options for homeowners who need a new roof. They provide durability, efficiency, and strength. While metal roof installation can be done on one’s own, in a DIY style, it’s important to be fully aware of what the project entails. Before committing to installing your own metal roof, consider …

How Metal Roofs Improve Your Home’s Value

In recent years, metal roofs have rapidly gained popularity. While the trend is a stylish one, there’s much more to it than the aesthetic value. The installation of a metal roof will increase a home’s value. For this reason, many homeowners are looking to change out the old shingle roof for a modern, durable metal …

Can You Put a Metal Roof Over Shingles?

Metal roofs provide homeowners the security and protection they need from frigid climates, high winds, and moisture. Metal roofing suppliers install high-quality metal roofing for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Fortunately, many homeowners find that they save considerable costs when they install a new metal roof over asphalt shingles. Installing a New Metal Roof Metal roof …

The Merits of Metal Roofing Panels

When homeowners need a durable, sustainable roof to last for decades, they choose metal. Why? Metal roofing panels provide superior protection over alternative materials. For example, during high winds, alternative products, like shingles, easily detach and fly away. The day after a heavy storm you walk outside, and the street is littered with ruins. This …

Innovative Eco-Construction with Metal Panels 2020

Metal roof construction reduces carbon emissions and increases energy efficiency making metal the number one sustainable roofing material of the 21st century. From a versatile standing seam metal roof equipped with solar panels to innovative “cool roof” technology which saves significant costs for homeowners and businesses, metal roofs lead today’s green construction. Energy Efficiency and …

Aluminum vs. Steel Roofs: Which is Better?

Metal roofing provides an exciting green construction solution. With low maintenance, energy efficiency, and durability, your new roof can last for fifty years or more. Two popular metal roofing types are aluminum and steel. Both commercial and residential structures use these metals. Which is better? Learn everything you need to know about these metal roofs. …

Why Metal Roofs are Awesome!

No matter what type of home you have, metal roofs remain the number one sustainable and durable roofing option. Are you looking for energy efficiency? Do you want a versatile attractive roof that enhances overall curb appeal and raises your home value? Then you need a metal roof. When you install a new roof with …

21st Century Innovation: The Rise of Metal Roofing

In the North America, metal roofs gained popularity in the late 1800s. Partially for economic reasons and partially because of convenience, homeowners and farmers used metal for barns and homes. The low metal roof cost and ready availability during the industrial era, as well as its strength and durability, explains why millions of structures from …