New England is a mecca for Log and Timber framed homes. It is also known for some of the craziest weather extremes and weather swings in the country. Roof insulation, as well as roof ventilation, is a topic that comes up in our daily conversations with our clients. What is the correct way to insulate… ( read more )
December 16, 2016 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Articles, Education, Metal Roofing, Technical
Have you noticed Log Cabin House 3 that most of the Log Home Builders’ and manufacturers’ brochures and pictures on the web display their homes with beautiful metal roofs? There is a good reason for that. Metal roofing is the proven choice for log cabin style and timber frame homes. Not only does it look terrific, but some of them have a life expectancy of close to 100 years.
December 8, 2016 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Articles, Education, General, Metal Roofing
A metal roofing company can install a roof any time of year. However, there are benefits to having a metal roof installed before winter weather arrives.
November 16, 2016 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Articles, Education, General, Metal Roofing
When considering new roof options for your home, it is easy to disregard metal as a potential material. For many of us, the words “metal roof” prompt mental images of sheds and barns or agricultural storage buildings. However, the metal roofing industry has come a long way in recent years – and the national demand… ( read more )
June 3, 2016 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Education, Green News, Metal Roofing
Myths come and go about metal roofs. The transformations of and improvements to the metal roof product that have occurred over the years render these myths largely obsolete. Following are eight of the today’s most common myths – and answers to them. 1. Metal Roofs Are Ugly On the contrary, today’s metal materials offer more… ( read more )
May 19, 2016 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Education, General, Metal Roofing