Why should I buy sheet metal roofs instead of traditional shingle roofs?

A metal roof can last up to fifty years or more. Metal roofs of today have weatherproof screws with neoprene washers under the heads. These weatherproof screws have replaced the nails that were once used.

Since a metal roof can last for five decades or more, you could realistically install only one roof on your home! Compare that to a shingle roof which lasts about twenty years on the average.

Besides being more durable, a metal roof is virtually maintenance free. This type of covering resists wind, rain, snow, hail, and ice. Snow and ice will slide right off without building up! Besides not having the weight of snow and ice stressing your roof, you won't have to worry about snow and ice sliding off of it too, and maybe hitting someone below! Also, snow and ice won't slide off your metal roof and build up around the foundation of your house. Once they melt, they can leak into your basement or crawl space and cause you problems.

Metal also is one hundred percent fireproof. Having a metal roof may lower your house insurance premiums for this reason. There is no documented proof that metal roofs attract lightning strikes, so that's not a factor to worry about either. A metal roof won't rot, split or warp like a shingled roof either. Shingles, no matter if they are made from asbestos or fiberglass, both absorb the heat of the sun. A metal roof, on the other hand, actually reflects the sun's rays. Therefore, depending on the climate you live in, a metal roof can save you high energy bills in the warm months when you cool your home.

If you're looking for a roof to have installed on your home that requires virtually no maintenance and it lasts for decades, then a metal roof might be the answer for you. There are a variety of shapes, textures, colors, and finishes that will make your house look great!