BENEFITS OF INSTALLING METAL A ROOF
Durability & Longevity
There are a lot of Benefits of Installing a Metal Roof. A properly installed metal roof by a professional company has a life expectancy of up to 70 years, making it the second-best way to add value to your home, followed only by Architectural Shingles roofs. A metal roof can be a valuable addition to your home, requiring little to no maintenance. There are also many options, as better metals are constantly in production. An appropriately installed metal roof should provide the homeowner with a durable new roof that will last their lifetime, returning as a valuable asset. These metals are tested and approved for up to 130 mph wind speeds. The wind speeds we are talking about are less than those of a Category 4 hurricane! Metal roofs are also proven to be impact and crack-resistant and not eroded by the elements through the years.
Safety & Peace Of Mind
A metal roof can make your home safer and give you peace of mind before and during installation. You can save on installation fees by installing the new metal over your old shingle or tile roof. The metal is fire-resistant and cannot be sparked by lightning, solving most conventional roofing fire problems. Additionally, a metal roof can give you peace of mind from the weather during hurricanes or tornadoes. The best product is protecting you. Its distinct lightweight, stainless steel features make it one of the best products for protecting your roof from heavy wind and rain corrosion, ranked highest for safety.
Metal Roof Energy Efficiency
Today, making your home energy efficient is becoming more accessible than ever. A metal roof can provide you and your home with severe savings with proper installation. With an expected 45% decrease in heat flow and a 25% reduction in monthly cooling costs, you will see some serious savings in your future. Your contractor will determine the best way to complete the work to optimize your home for energy efficiency. We will explain which type of metal is best for your roof and how pairing it with proper insulation can be the difference between having your A/C energy bills cut in half.
Attention!
Tip: If a powerful hurricane is in your area, you should schedule a roof inspection after the storm.
It is essential to ensure no structural damage, which homeowners’ insurance may not cover.
Energy Efficiency and Metal Roofing
Additionally, it has become increasingly popular among homeowners to pair the installation of metal roofs with solar panels. Installing solar panels is an excellent strategy to make the home more energy-efficient. The homeowner’s FPL energy bills disappear entirely, as they can make their home wholly energy-efficient and generate solar energy to power their home. The future is here today. It is an excellent opportunity to bundle your savings while saving on installation fees. Solar panels are installed directly onto the metal roof panels’ ribs, not damaging the roof surface like shingles or tiles. This decision is becoming very popular among homeowners for boosting house value and providing a worthwhile return on investment.
Metal Roof Environmental Benefits
Metal is considered the most environmentally sustainable roofing material available. The actual metal material is up to 95% recycled material. It is 100% recyclable after about 60 to 80 years, compared to other roofing materials, which usually get deposited into landfills. Metal roofs can be installed over existing roofs, although this is not an easy decision in Florida. Many Building departments do not allow it, But it eliminates the need to dispose of the old roof, positively impacting the environment. In the long run, paired with other green products, like solar panels, you can help substantially decrease your nonrenewable energy consumption. By self-producing all the energy, you need in your home in an environmentally friendly way, dramatically reducing your carbon footprint.
