Stone-Coated Steel Roofing Solutions
Sustainable and maintenance free for a lifetime.
At BuyRoofDirect.com we take pride in providing you with the best stone-coated steel products and installation for your home. Rest easy knowing you are getting a superior roofing system at the lowest possible price available.
The Benefits of a Metal Roofing System
Wind Resistance
Metal roofs carry the highest wind resistance ratings of any roofing system on the market. Most are rated to withstand 140mph winds, and some are even capable of withstanding Cat. 5 wind speeds!
Quiet
Metal roofs offer superior noise reduction from exterior sounds. Installing a metal roof system with a foam backer further insulates the inside of a property from the world in which we live.
Increases Value
On average, a property owner will see a 70-80% increase (from the value of the roof) in the value of their property.
Fireproof
Metal is one of the few roofing materials that are truly fire-resistant. A metal roof will not ignite due to fire embers, whereas asphalt roofing is not recommended in fire-prone areas.
No/Low-Maintenance
Most, but not all, metal roof systems are completely maintenance-free because of the concealed fasteners. An interlocking metal roof with concealed fasteners will not require any maintenance other than general debris cleanup.
Sustainability
Metal roofing most commonly consists of at least 25% recycled materials, reducing both the cost and the environmental impact of producing new steel, along with conserving energy, and other natural raw materials during the manufacturing process.
Beautiful Stone-Coated Steel Metal Roofing
Metal is the Lightest Roofing Material
- Provides an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, reinforcing shear strength to the roof deck. This is especially important in hurricane- and earthquake-prone regions.
- Eliminates the need for tear-offs and costly waste disposal expenses for remodeling or refurbishment of existing roofs--diverting waste from landfills.
- Requires no additional reinforcement or construction to support the weight of the roof.
Lifetime Warranty
Because metal roofs are designed to last 50+ years, they are considered a lifetime roofing system. When installed properly, it will be the last roof you’ll ever put on your property. We only recommend metal roofing systems that come with a lifetime, transferrable warranty.
Proper Installation Is Required
A stone-coated steel roofing system, installed with the proper underlayment and attachment process, provides safety, comfort, and protection from some of the most severe climate conditions. And, stone-coated steel roofing may be installed with or without battens. Following manufacturer guidelines for installing the batten system provides the best performance against hail, fire, wind, and heat transfer.
Metal Roofing has a Class 4 Hail Rating
Most metal roofs come with a Class 4 hail rating—the highest available! Hail classification ratings are determined by the UL-2218 impact resistance test. For a roof to receive a Class 4 rating, it must withstand a 2” diameter steel ball-bearing dropped onto the roof from a distance of 20 feet. To pass the UL-2218 test and achieve a Class rating, roofing products cannot develop any tears, fractures, or cracks that extend through the product and are visible under 5X magnification.
This graph describes the parameters of the UL-2218 test.
Most asphalt shingles are not impact-rated, and the few that are Class 4 rated typically cost 10-20% more than those that are not Class 4 rated.
