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Pros and Cons of Metal Roofing

Make sure you look at the pros and cons of metal roofing before considering it for your home's roof. This guide covers pros & cons of metal roofing and helps you make a smart decision.

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Pros and Cons of Metal Roofing

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  1. Pros and Cons of Metal Roofing

  2. Like all roofing materials, metal roofing has its good points and its bad points or pros and cons. And, if you’re considering having a metal roof installed, you should learn many of these points. Some of the most noteworthy points, include: • Excellent heat conduction and weather protection • Durability and a long lifespan • Prone to cosmetic damage and difficult to repair • Expensive

  3. Before purchasing metal roofing, you’ll need to take all of these benefits and drawbacks into consideration. This will ensure you get the most for your money without sacrificing quality or putting your home at risk.

  4. Pros of Metal Roofing Excellent Heat Conduction and Weather Protection Metal conducts heat, meaning that sunlight and heat basically bounce off of the material. This can keep your home cooler during the summer, increase its energy efficiency, and thus, help lower your energy usage and costs.

  5. By itself, metal roofing doesn’t provide much insulation, but the design of the panels allows it to use a space between the material and the roof, which increases its efficiency. The roofing material can also withstand snow and rain better than any other material. This also means that it can’t be harmed by these elements.

  6. Durability and a Long Lifespan If properly installed and cared for, a metal roof can last 20 to 50 years. Other roofing types have a lifespan of 15 to 20 years, so metal roofing could last twice as long as other materials. It’s also highly durable, being insect, mildew, rot, and fire-resistant. Not to mention, the material is capable of withstanding high winds, rainstorms, and snowstorms. To find the most durable metal roofing Calgary has to offer, contact a company like Great Canadian.

  7. Cons of Metal Roofing Prone to Cosmetic Damage and Difficult to Repair Metal roofing is durable, but it’s also fragile. The material can be easily scratched and dented, and the paint is vulnerable to fading, chalking, peeling, and chipping. Walking on the roofing can also cause extensive wear, although some metal shingle systems can’t be walked on. Hailstones can also cause denting on copper and aluminum roofs.

  8. Additionally, heat can cause the material to expand and contract, which loosens the panels’ fasteners. Unfortunately, it may be impossible to repair damaged areas.

  9. Expensive Generally, metal roofing costs $150 to $600 per 100 square feet. This is much more expensive than other roofing types. It’s considered an investment, however, as it’s low-maintenance and the material lasts longer than other roofing materials. But it doesn’t increase the value of your home or offer a large return on investment. It’s also difficult or even impossible to replace or repair damage sections of the roof.

  10. However, if your planning to live in your home for a long time and want to invest in the most durable roofing material on the market, you should contact one of the best roofing Edmonton companies: Great Canadian.

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