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Metal Roofing vs. Shingles

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When the time comes for you as a home or business owner to replace the roof on your property, you’ll have two options: traditional shingles (which you likely already have) or a new metal system.


While both have advantages, modern metal roofing systems offer more benefits than their flimsy counterparts.


 

Cost

As inflation eats away at your hard-earned money it becomes difficult to justify spending more on anything. Throw away everything that you’ve heard about metal roofing being vastly more expensive because it's simply not true.


Yes, it does cost more than a traditional shingle roof, but not as much as you might think. With a slight increase in the overall cost, you’ll enjoy more benefits that save you money year-over-year.


Let's explore a few of these benefits.

 

Durability


When deciding on your roof purchase, the durability of the material will decide how long its lifespan will be. 


the difference in styles of roofing determines the lifespan of the roof. Metal roofing systems have longer lifespans of around 40-80 years, while traditional shingle roofing systems only last around 15-20 years
Roof Lifespans

Comparing shingles to metal, there is no denying that a metal system will naturally last longer and be more damage-resistant to harsh environmental events.


Add in the low maintenance requirements for metal roofing, and you’re already seeing the bigger picture of how much money can be saved when choosing against traditional shingle roofing systems.


Luckily, there are even more benefits.

 

Energy Efficiency


One of the hidden benefits of metal roofing is the multiple ways that it can save you money on energy. The reflective properties of a metal system can reduce heat absorption on your roof compared to the thinner shingle material commonly used.


In addition, the modern insulation required to install beneath a metal roofing system will help keep the heat from the summer sun from getting into your house.


It will also keep more warmth from leaking through the top of your property during the winter. Saving you money on heating and cooling throughout the entire year.

 

Aesthetic Appeal


Modern metal roofing systems now offer a wide variety of colors to match your building's current aesthetic or scheme. Their sleek look and finish compliment every home or business, allowing you to get creative when bringing your vision to life.


A new metal roof can dramatically increase curb appeal, and its durability and long lifespan will allow you to retain and increase that value with less repairs.

 

Summary


Overall, metal roofing systems offer a large basket of benefits for a slight increase in price over traditional shingle roofing.


  • Increased Lifespan

  • Superior Durability

  • Less Maintenace Required

  • Can Lower Energy Costs

  • Increases Curb Appeal

  • Variety of Colors Choices


Now that you have a better sense of the differences between the two systems, you'll see why we specialize in Metal Roofing Systems and encourage our customers to weigh the costs versus the benefits.



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