The affordability of steel is about the only blessing many homeowners who want to invest in a metal roofing system will receive. But it’s also a curse at the same time. Steel, as an iron-containing alloy, is bound to rust after enough exposure to moisture and oxygen. A rusty roof is always a weak and… ( read more )
November 29, 2018 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Blog, Roofing
A modern day advancement in roofing materials is the use of aluminum metal. By hiring the right metal roofers, you can have a durable and high-quality system that lasts close to a century. It has become a premium roofing product and is widely used for residential structures. However, there some prevailing myths that cause people… ( read more )
May 17, 2018 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Roofing
While metal roofs are durable, sturdy, and low-maintenance, they are not impenetrable or indestructible. Over time, especially if you don’t keep up with roofing maintenance, your metal roof can become damaged or corroded. You should inspect your metal roof seasonally by walking around the perimeter of your home and looking for problems. At Classic Metal… ( read more )
May 9, 2018 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Roofing
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 | By Mike Gonet | 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 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Roofing