With a hot U.S. housing market and still-favorable interest rates, the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) is predicting a heavier-than-usual demand for qualified metal roofing installers and contractors this season. For homeowners planning improvement projects this season, that means the time to swing into action is now. That’s especially true for metal roofing, which is booming… ( read more )
April 18, 2018 | Filed under: Roofing
Metal roofs are only second to asphalt shingle roofs in terms of popularity, but the gap becomes narrower each year. According to the latest study by Dodge Data and Analytics, the market share of metal jumped from 11% in 2015 to 14% in 2016. The advantage of asphalt shingles over other materials is affordability. However,… ( read more )
April 16, 2018 | Filed under: Roofing
IB Roof System Advantages Similar to commercial buildings, most homes with flat or low-pitched roofs take advantage of single-ply membranes. Unlike shingles or tiles, however, IB Roof Systems are expected to perform better. For instance, they must withstand exposure to chemical pollutants and high foot traffic. They should also require minimal maintenance. Low Slope, Radius… ( read more )
April 10, 2018 | Filed under: Blog
Call it provocative, vivacious or bold: For homeowners, 2018 color trends for metal roofing are all about standing out from the crowd. With more color options available than any other roofing type, metal roofing color trends set the tone for the latest in homeowner style preferences. And this year, it’s no time to be subtle… ( read more )
April 5, 2018 | Filed under: Blog, Roofing
The beauty of having a metal roofing system is minimal maintenance. Compared to asphalt shingle roofs, those made from aluminum, zinc or copper can live up to seven times longer without needing as much attention. That said, an average metal roof will still need some special maintenance every now and then to retain its charm… ( read more )
April 5, 2018 | Filed under: Roofing
