When you’re thinking about getting new roofing and gutters for your house, it pays to examine all the different materials available to you. Each of these materials will have its own benefits and drawbacks and may perform better than others depending on how and where they will be used. One material that’s been slowly growing a following in the roofing industry in recent years is metal.
Metal roofs were once the primary roofing choice for many commercial and industrial buildings. Today, they have expanded to residential buildings as well, although they might not look the way you imagine them to be. Residential metal roofs are designed to resemble asphalt shingles, but still retain the properties that make metal a great roofing option. Here are some important pointers about metal roofs from our experts at Chase Roofing LLC.
Not an Exclusive Material
Because of its history, metal was once thought to be a novelty roofing material used only in high-end and experimental architectural designs. However, recent manufacturing trends have made its availability soar, which meant houses with metal roofs have increased by about 3% every year for the past few years. Today, 15% of homes in the country have a metal roof.
The Stories You Hear Are Not True
Metal roofs have a reputation for being too noisy or being too prone to lightning strikes. These are not true. Studies have shown that when it comes to heavy rains or hail storms, metal roofs are just as noisy as an asphalt shingle. When it comes to attracting lightning, there is no evidence that metal roofs are more susceptible compared to other types of roofs.
It Can Be Expensive at First
You will need a roofer who is trained for metal roofs to install this material. This is the primary driving factor to its higher initial cost. But if you balance this with the value it provides and its many benefits, the high initial cost is easily justified.
Get high quality metal roofing products and installation from our professionals at Chase Roofing LLC. Give us a call at (757) 872-0700 or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation and request a free estimate today. We serve homeowners in Yorktown and other neighboring VA areas.
