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Why Metal Roofs Are Far Superior to Traditional Shingles

Posted On 07 Nov 2022
By : Anita Ginsburg
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Tag: metal roof, Metal Roofing, metal roofing sheets, roof, roofing, roofs

If you’re in the market for roof replacement, you may be wondering what sort of material to use this time. Your old roof was covered with asphalt shingles, and you may consider simply replacing them with new asphalt shingles. But what if you considered a metal roof this time? Here are some reasons why metal roofs are superior to shingle roofs.

Metal Roofs Last Longer

For many people, especially those who live in climates subject to extreme weather, this is the one reason they choose a metal roof over a shingle roof. The life of a shingle roof can be as low as 10 years or as high as 30 years, but it could be 50 years before a metal roof starts to show its age. Some metals, such as zinc or copper, can last as long as a century.

Why Metal Roofs Are Far Superior to Traditional Shingles

They Are Lightweight

You may be surprised to learn how lightweight metal roofs actually are. This has a few advantages. First, their light weight makes metal roofs easier to handle and install for professional roofers. They are also easier on the underlying structures of your house.

Why Metal Roofs Are Far Superior to Traditional Shingles

Roofing

Your roof does more than protect you and the rest of your home from the elements. It is a vital part of your home’s curb appeal. Unusually beautiful and well-maintained roofing can raise the value of your home if you ever wish to sell it. Plus, more and more people are in the market for a house with a long-lasting metal roof.

Why Metal Roofs Are Far Superior to Traditional Shingles

Metal Roofs Save Money in the Long Run

It is true that a metal roof is more expensive to install than an asphalt roof, which is one reason why asphalt roofs are as popular as they are. However, a metal roof lasts so long and needs so little maintenance over its life that it more than pays for itself in the end.

Why Metal Roofs Are Far Superior to Traditional Shingles

Metal Roofs Withstand Weather Better

Metal roofs are famous for standing up to extreme weather conditions much better than shingle roofs. A properly installed metal roof bears up beautifully under great cold and heat, hail and ice storms, blankets of snow, and strong winds

Why Metal Roofs Are Far Superior to Traditional Shingles

They Are Eco-Friendly

When the day finally comes that the metal roof has to be replaced, it’s recyclable. This is true even if the roof comes off in panels or is damaged.

Metal roofs are certainly an option for a new roof for your home. With the advantages they bestow, including a very long life, the cost of installing one may be worth it to you.

Author Bio

Anita is a freelance writer from Denver, CO. She studied at Colorado State University, and now writes articles about health, business, family, and finance. A mother of two, she enjoys traveling with her family whenever she isn’t writing. You can follow her on Twitter @anitaginsburg.

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