Get to Know the Benefits of Metal Roofing
Metal roofs can withstand forces of nature that traditional asphalt roofing cannot as asphalt roofing, even the premium quality has to be replaced every 12 to 20 years, whereas, metal roofing material can last approximately 50 or more years.
Metal roofs are one such energy-efficient building material that can save homeowners approximately 40% on their annual energy bills depending upon geographical regions. Metal roofs are available in an array of different colors, textures, and profiles, and are also available in both steep-slope and low-slope applications.
Metal roofs offer both strength and style. It is a fact that metal roofs are both durable and long-lasting. However, what many people don’t realize is that there are multiple styles, colors, and textures to choose from when selecting a metal roof. Besides enhancing the appearance of a home, metal roofs also offer other benefits such as the ability to withstand hail, fire, earthquakes, and even strong winds.
Insurance Savings
Metal roofs offer several advantages including a longer life cycle than roofing materials like asphalt, and cedar. Metal roofs can withstand elements including hail, heavy rain and snow, and high winds. Metal roofs have also been credited for protecting homes during forest and brush fires. In fact, in many areas insurance companies offer homeowners up to a 30% reduction in their homeowner's insurance when they install a metal roof.
Environmentally Friendly
Metal roofs not only have 25-95% recycled content, depending on the material used, but they are also 100% recyclable at the end of their lifespan. In contrast, most shingle roof tear-off waste ends up as part of the building-related waste stream. That's up to 20 billion pounds per year!