Lightning… even if you don’t know exactly what it is or why (or how) it forms, you’ll know what it can do. Love it or hate it, lightning is undeniably a hugely powerful force of nature, and it can cause a massive amount of damage, and that includes to homes and roofs in particular. The...
Protecting your home in strong winds and hurricanes is important if you want to make sure that you don’t overdo it with your insurance and you have somewhere to live after the storm has passed. One of the best ways that you can protect your home from strong winds is to install a metal roof....
There are plenty of challenges to face during the winter months, but the fact that this is the time of year when you’re more likely to encounter snow, ice, and freezing temperatures definitely makes it a tricky season for homeowners. One of the biggest issues to be faced is the question of how well their...
When it comes to the roofing of any kind of structure, lots of different options are often looked at. Metal roofing is a common and extremely useful solution. It’s by no means something that is new and is taking the world by storm – it has been a useful addition for centuries. For instance, corrugated...
One of the most popular green energy solutions, rising numbers of homeowners and businesses are taking solar panels into account as a way to use the sun to power their homes or workspaces. Can solar panels even be installed on a metal roof? The answer is a resounding yes. Not only this, but when it...
No, metal roofs are not hotter than shingles made from asphalt or other standard materials such as slate, for example. That said metal roofing, like any other roofing material, will heat up in direct sunlight. But due to the reflective nature of metal, especially in lighter colors, any heat absorption is much more quickly dissipated...
The term’ roof pitch’ refers to the angle or slope of a roof. It is typically presented in one of two ways: as a ratio or a percentage. Understanding what these terms mean and calculating them can help you better understand the roof’s pitch and how to measure it. Understanding and measuring the roof pitch...
Metal roofs are a long-lasting, durable option for people wanting a more eco-friendly alternative to traditional roofing materials such as asphalt shingles. Metal roofs require minimal upkeep and can last anywhere from 30 to 50 years, some even longer. That being said, you will need to periodically repaint a metal roof to preserve its integrity...
Metal siding is a common choice for residential homes, and for good reason. It’s extremely durable and long lasting, and easy to look after. This means that even though there’s an initial higher cost, it can be far cheaper in the long run because it can last for decades. However, because you’re picking a siding...
Metal Roofing, in particular, can have a massive impact on your home’s energy efficiency, and lighter metal roofs, in particular, can significantly impact your home’s energy use in a positive way. But to make sure you maximize all the benefits of metal roofing, you need to pay attention to the installation process—more specifically, the ventilation...
