Highlighting Oxford “Slate” Metal ShinglesClassic Metal Roofs, LLC, a top metal roof installer in the southern New England area, talk about the features of one of its products, the Oxford “slate” metal shingles. Metal, in itself, is a malleable material. It means it can be bent or shaped into anything while retaining its durability. That’s one… ( read more )
January 31, 2019 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Blog, Metal Roofing
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
The aluminum standing seam roof system is one of the best metal roofs on the market. It lends itself to practically all slopes, brings eclectic charm to traditional homes, and accentuates the simplistic personality of modern and contemporary architectural styles. When made from aluminum instead of steel, it can offer a desirable balance between weather… ( read more )
November 21, 2018 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Blog, Metal Roofing
One of the biggest problems with asphalt roofing materials is disposal. Many traditional shingles are tossed aside when broken, leading to larger and larger landfills. This is plain bad for the environment. At Classic Metal Roofs, we recommend aluminum for your roof as an environmentally friendly metal roofing solution. Here’s why. The Building Problem When… ( read more )
November 1, 2018 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Blog, Information
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