Is it wise to invest in metal roofing? Won’t it make your home hot or create noise when it rains? These are some of the questions we’re often asked by homeowners reluctant to invest in metal roofing. Unfortunately, these are some common misconceptions. To bring some clarity, here are some reasons why investing in a metal roof may be a good idea.
Types of Metal Roofs to Consider
Granted, there are some roofing types that do make a noise when it rains, and with little to no insulation, your house will bake a bit. However, that’s not all metal roof types. Here are some of the most common roofing types used:
- Roofing sheets: standing seam, corrugated / PBC
- Stone coated: Tiles, shingles, or shake
When it comes to roofing sheets, they’re exactly what their name suggests—sheets of roofing material. Stone-coated roofing often resembles traditional asphalt shingle roofing.
Reasons to Invest in a Metal Roof
So, why is it wise to invest in metal roofing? We all have our own preferences, but ultimately, the idea is always to build a house with quality materials that will last, look good, and come at an affordable price. With that in mind, here is why we think investing in metal roofing is a wise decision:
Long-Term Cost-Effectiveness
In the long run, investing in metal roofing is cost-effective. While a standard metal roof might be more expensive than a traditional asphalt roof, they have proven themselves to last up to three times longer, with most metal roofing materials projecting a lifespan of 60 years plus.
Fewer Interruptions
Looking at this comparison again, metal roofs also require less TLC, other than keeping them clean for appearances if you prefer to do that. Your average asphalt roof lasts on average 20 years or more. After that, you may need to look at replacing tiles or large roof sections altogether. As we said, metal roofing lasts over 60 years before you need to relook at fixing it. As a result, with a metal roof, you will have fewer interruptions.
Extremely Durable
If our last point didn’t drive this home already, metal roofs are extremely durable. Most metal roofs contain no organic materials, meaning that they aren’t susceptible to things like rot. They are also fairly slick, allowing for water, snow, and other things to slide right off of it. In general, the quality of the steel used in metal roofing is far stronger than the materials used in other roofing alternatives. When hail comes, asphalt shingles or clay tiles could crack or chip. However, metal roofs will manage the hail much better.
More Fire Resistant
As you know, metal takes a tremendous amount of heat to melt, more so than your average fire would provide. Out of the roofing materials, this makes metal roofing one of the most fire-resistant roofing alternatives you can choose. If you’re living in an area prone to wildfires, installing a metal roof would be a very wise investment.
Easier to Recycle
Finally, metal roofing is more straightforward to recycle. Once a roof gets to the end of its life, the metal can then be melted down and recycled into new roofing sheets. Making metal roofing far more environmentally friendly and sustainable in the long run.
Need More Information on Metal Roofing?
Do you still need more information regarding metal roofing? Get in touch with AMJ Roofing in Brisbane. As professionals in the industry, they will be able to put any of your concerns to rest regarding metal roofing and can help you work out a quote to install metal roofing in your home.
Final Thoughts
In our opinion, it’s clear that metal roofing is more sustainable and economical in the long run. We also think it looks better, but we may be biased there. In the end, the facts are that metal roofs are more durable, lasting up to three times longer than other traditional roofing materials, they’re more durable against the elements, and the are easier to recycle, making them better for the environment.
For these reasons, we believe that metal roofing is a wise investment. If you’re in the market for something longer lasting, easy to install, and that factors in the environment, then installing a metal roof is an ideal option for you.