Reasons Homeowners Are Choosing Metal Roofing

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If you are a typical homeowner, there's a good
chance your house is protected by traditional
asphalt shingles. These have been the standard
for a number of years and the options for
homeowners have increased dramatically as the
manufacturers of shingles add different colors
and types to ensure a truly unique look. However,
asphalt is no longer the only option for
buildings. Metal roofing installation is gaining
in popularity there must be reasons why it is
excellent choice.
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Metal roofing is sturdy and long lasting Steel
is the primary material for these types of roofs,
but it doesn't stop there. It's possible to find
stone coated steel roofing. As you might expect,
these types of roofs are incredibly sturdy. A
stone coated steel roof is typically installed
directly over the existing shingle roofing
installation. Although many people originally
worry that the additional weight of the steel
coated roof could cause a problem, this new
material actually weighs between 1/3 and 1/8 of
the weight of a standard roof. Additionally,
homeowners can take solace in the fact that it's
possible to find manufacturers that offer a 50
year warranty, which means their house will be
protected from the elements for as long as they
own the home and sometimes even longer.
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Why this is a green option Metal roofing
installation is an environmentally friendly
option for a number of reasons. First of all,
because the existing shingles are left on the
home, it keeps them out of landfills. Each year,
20 billion pounds of old shingles are left in
landfills across the United States, even though
recycling options are available. Another reason
is that stone coated steel options are made out
of 25 - 90 recycled material. They also contain
no petroleum products and are 100 recyclable
whenever they're eventually removed from a house.
Lastly, because this material is so durable, many
homeowners find that it doesn't need to be
replaced even long after the 50 year warranty is
over. This means no new raw materials need to be
sourced.
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Metal roofing looks great One last reason
homeowners are looking to do tile roofing
installation is that the shingles looks great.
You can choose from shingles in a number of
different appearances, which means that you can
find a type that matches the style of your home.
There are a number of different colors available
too, ranging from a Mediterranean inspired
reddish brown, to brown, to charcoal gray. Many
of these color shades aren't available in regular
asphalt shingles, so homeowners who choose one
can ensure their home stands out in the
neighborhood.
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These are only three reasons to consider making
the change to metal roofing installation. If your
roof is leaky or you've recently had a storm blow
through and damage the shingles, consider making
the change to a metal roof. If you're planning on
staying in your home for a long time, doing this
can help ensure that you're only replacing the
roof once in your home's lifetime and provide you
with decades of security knowing your home is
well-protected from the elements.
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