All roofing materials have their own unique benefits. But when it comes to longevity, metal roofs are up there with the best. So, if you are about to replace an old roof or invest in a roof for a new home, then metal might be the right choice for you. Metal roofs have many unique benefits that make them an attractive proposition for residential buildings.
1. Long Lifespan
You can get about
20 years
or more out of an asphalt shingle or composition roof. That might seem like a long time, but what if you could double or even triple that lifespan? You can do that with metal roofing, which can last up to
70 years.
2. Little Maintenance
Metal roofs are extremely durable. They will not crack or corrode, and if you choose a stronger metal, your roof will also have a good impact resistance against hail and wind-blown objects. Asphalt shingle roofs, on the other hand, are less durable, which means you need to maintain them often.
3. Fast Installation
If you have a deadline to work with or simply prefer to have a faster roof installation, then a metal roof is usually the right choice. Metal roofing materials come in large sheets that your roofer can then lay over large sections of your roof at a time. This means the installation proceeds quickly. Single roofs, by comparison, take much longer because roofers need to lay each small shingle with care.
4. Good Fire Protection
A metal roof can protect your home from fires because they are non-combustible. This means that if you live in an area with frequent thunderstorms, you do not have to worry about lightning striking your roof and causing a fire. Nor do you have to worry if a nearby tree catches fire near your roof. You cannot say the same for many other roofing materials.
5. Quality Weather Resistance
One of the biggest enemies of shingle and tile roofs is extreme weather. Hot temperatures and humidity can cause asphalt shingles to crack and curl. And both tile and shingle roofs may buckle when storms bring strong winds sweeping through. Shingle roofs, especially, often need repair after severe weather. Metal roofs can withstand hot temperatures, hailstones, and strong winds.
6. Great Eco-Friendliness
If you care about the environment, then a metal roof is the right choice for you. While you cannot recycle many shingle products, which can end up as waste, you can usually recycle a metal roof that has reached the end of its life expectancy. Not only that, but metal roofs are also made of recycled materials.
7. High Solar Reflectance Index Rating (SRI)
Your roof is your first line of defense against the heat from the sun. If your roof cannot keep the sun's heat out of your home effectively, then your utility bills will likely be much higher than you want them to be. Metal roofs can help to keep your home cool during a hot summer because they have a high solar reflectance index rating. This means they can effectively reflect much of the sun's heat.
If you want to save a lot on your annual energy bill, then consider investing in a metal roof rather than a shingle or tile roof.
Metal roofs can save you money in the long term because they will last decades if installed by a reputable roofing company. If you think a metal roof is right for your home, then contact Whittle's Roofing Co., Inc., today. With almost 50 years in the roofing industry, we can install your
metal roof
quickly and efficiently.
