The benefits of having a metal roof
Within recent years, metal roofing has become a very popular option when it comes to new structures. Typically, the main kind of roofing, especially for homes, has been either asphalt or tile roofing but metal roofing has begun to show a lot of benefits for why it me be a very common choice for a lot of people in the near future.
Long-Lasting
This benefit is arguably the best one when it comes to getting a metal roof. A downside of getting a metal roof is that it can be a bit pricy going to as much as three times as much as a standard tile or asphalt roof.
However, that cost can be offset because of how long these roofs typically last. When it comes to the other kinds of roofs, they only last around 15-20 years at the most even with a lot of maintenance as they are just not as durable as metal roofs. When it comes to metal roofing, they can last at least double that with some roofs not needed to be replaced for up to 40-70 years. With that kind of longevity, it is worth comparing the price of the two along with how long each kind of roof will actually last.
Maintenance is also not a huge factor as they do not require as much as an ordinary roof. However, it is still best to have an inspector come out every so often just to make sure that everything is still working the way it should.
The durability of these roofs is a large factor in why they last so long. Because of their structure, they are able to withstand extremely powerful winds of up to 140 miles per hour. They are also really good when it comes to other kinds of weather as the surface keeps rain and snow to a minimum from piling up on the surface. It does especially well with the snow as the metal surface will heat up from the sun, causing it to melt a lot of times.
They also are good at not catching fire from wildfires or lightning strikes as the metal is fire resistant.
Lightweight and easy to install
Non-metal roofs can a lot of the times be heavy. On average, non-metal roofs could weigh between 2-5 pounds per square foot which can really add up depending on the size of the roof. This weight could become a problem over time depending on the kind of damage or buildup from weather that may occur over time.
When it comes to metal roofs, on average they will only weigh 1.4 pounds per square foot. So even at its heaviest, it still weighs less per square foot than even the lightest of typical roofs.
Because of this benefit, the installation process is much easier than other kinds of roofs. The metal roofs are generally made in sheets that range from 12-36-inch-wide panels that are very easy to transport and place down. If anything were to happen to the roof because of an extenuating circumstance, it can be replaced in as little as a day depending on the size which could be beneficial if severe weather is impending.
Environmentally friendly
Since the material used to make the roofs are metal, a lot of it can be made up of recycles material. Typically, at least 25% of the material of the roof is made up of recycled material with up to over 90% of the whole roof being made up of recycled metal.
Not only this, but because the whole roof is made out of metal, it can be recycled at the end of its lifespan. With more and more structures shifting to metal roofs, the waste that is being built up by other kinds of roofs can be dramatically reduced. Up to 20 billion pounds of asphalt shingle waste is accumulated each year which all just ends up in landfills. Metal roofs can drop this number drastically since it is all 100% recyclable.
It can also help with cooling down homes as there are cool-metal options that can cut down the electricity use in a home significantly. Metal roofs also work well with solar panels as it gives the roof shading to cool it off even more.
Energy efficient
As mentioned above, metal roofs can help drastically with cooling off homes which can drop energy use and save people lots of money while also helping the environment. Typically, homes with metal roofs can save up to 30% on their energy cost per month because of their structure compared to typical asphalt and tile roofs.
This can be extremely beneficial in warmer states like Texas as the metal roofs are able to absorb the sunlight and UV rays which are the causes of such warm homes. This helps residents of the home not be as inclined to change their thermostat in the warmer months since they are already cooler than normal.
Design
To top off all the other benefits, the metal roofing is simply aesthetically pleasing. Metal roofs can come in various colors, ranging up close to 100 different kinds, so there will never be a house or area that is unable to find a matching color that will fit the area. The roofs can also come in different sizes and design to work with whatever a customer is imagining their dream roof to look like.
