Sunday, May 15, 2011

Are Metal Roofs a Good Choice?

Yes, metal roofs seem highly unlikely for a house in Charlotte, North Carolina but maybe you haven’t learned about it enough.

The highly respected Medal Roofing Alliance or MRA once said that metal roofs are only provided by roofing companies as roll-formed panels that didn’t quite seem at home in the Charlotte suburban neighborhoods. But through the years metal roofs has changed for the better and will be a right fit to any house in the ‘burbs.

These days’ metal roofs can mimic the appearance of shingles, slates, cedar shakes, and even tiles. There are also techniques that can make the roof look aged creating that old world house façade.

Another plus factor is its long lifespan of half a century or more. Not bad compared to the average shingle roof which lasts about 15 years before a replacement is needed.

Metal roofs’ long life is supported by its resistance to 120 mph winds, UV protection, and its energy-saving attributes that is said to be better than usual asphalt shingles. Furthermore, metal roofs are easier to install and can also be installed over asphalt roofs. Pretty efficient if you need the latter to be replaced, right?

Another attractive quality of metal roofs is that it reflects the sun’s heat from your home making it cooler. In other words, it doesn’t absorb the unwanted heat during the summer.

Regarding the cost of metal roofs, it’s a bit pricey compared to asphalt shingles but if you put in the factor that it doesn’t need to be replaced as often as every 10 or so years then it’s consequently cheaper.

If you want a house that will stand the test of time then start having a metal roof that will last a very long time.

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