The proper installation of metal roofing requires specific tools and equipment. The typical asphalt roofing contractor does not own these tools and, because of the expense, won’t make the investment in them. For metal roofing contractors, investing in these tools will help guarantee quality installations. Also, these tools will make installations easier, faster, and a… ( read more )
August 21, 2018 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Blog, Metal Roofing
Metal roofs can be attractive, functional, and sustainable. But what about the valleys? Does your roof have valleys? Classic Metal Roofs LLC discusses more below. Open Valleys Open valleys have the valley line covered by a valley component, not the primary roofing panel system. They’re first protected by a combination of proper underlayments and a… ( read more )
August 21, 2018 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Blog, Metal Roofing
To install metal roofing, it’s important to first weigh its advantages over asphalt, wood, and tile. And of the several types of metal roofing, a standing seam metal roof provides durable, lightweight, fire-resistant protection. Metal beats out conventional roofing materials in the following ways. Weight Compared to the weight of tile or concrete tile, aluminum metal roofing… ( read more )
August 20, 2018 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Blog, Metal Roofing
Although asphalt shingles are one of the most common roofing types in the country, aluminum metal roofs have been proven to be the better option. Here, your local metal roof contractor, Classic Metal Roofs LLC, shows you why it’s smarter to choose an aluminum metal roof for your roof replacement. Weather Resistance Asphalt shingles don’t… ( read more )
August 20, 2018 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Blog, Metal Roofing
The roof deck is that part of the roof which provides the structural support for the installation of the roofing underlayments and the visible finished roofing material. The structural parts of the roof are also known as the roofing substrate. Builders refer to the substrate below the finished roofing material as sheathing, plywood, or decking…. ( read more )
August 17, 2018 | By Bryan Rusch | Filed under: Blog, Metal Roofing