When it's time for a new roof, you often have many materials to consider. However, you may have noticed more people are opting for metal roofing. Metal is a beautiful material often seen in jewelry, art installations, construction, and auto parts. The benefits of metal have made its way into the roofing industry, and American homeowners have taken note. Here are six key reasons why our clients often choose metal for their roof replacement.

 

1. Energy Efficiency

As more people have become concerned about the environment, government initiatives have incentivized energy-efficient practices across the country. After all, the energy people use in their homes and businesses directly affects the environment. Of course, more energy use results in higher bills.

When you choose metal for your roof replacement, you may notice your energy bills begin to go down. One of the reasons for this is because of metal’s natural ability to insulate your home. With summer here, you want to be able to cool down and avoid humidity when inside. Because metal can naturally reflect heat from the sun, it can easily keep your home cool, so you can reduce your HVAC usage. Less HVAC usage means lower electrical bills and carbon footprint.

2. Durability

It's no secret just how strong and durable metal is. In its hardened state, metal is strong enough to act as a framework for a skyscraper or automobile. The same durability is essential to protecting the top of your home from the elements, such as wind, rain, and other fierce precipitation or storms. Metal can easily hold up for several years longer than other roofing materials. According to Bob Vila, your metal roof can last anywhere from 40 to 70 years. Helping it reach its lifespan is easy, as metal requires low maintenance as long as it has a proper installation and receives an occasional inspection.

3. Beauty

Curb appeal is essential to any home. After all, your exterior is what people see when they first arrive, not your living room paint color. Maintaining a beautiful roof is a vital aspect of such curb appeal. Metal is naturally beautiful, and you have different options, such as copper, steel, aluminum, etc. You have beautiful natural materials to use in your home to help it stand out. A metal roof can make a home look more polished, clean, and modern.

4. Sustainability

If you pride yourself on helping the environment, you’re mindful of the materials you use in your home. Metal is highly recyclable, so once it's no longer useful on your roof, it can be used for scrap or melted down for another purpose. Therefore, you won't have to worry about your metal roof sitting in a landfill one day. It may become part of an art installation or melted down to make bolts and other tools.

5. Fire Resistance

One of the downsides to hot weather is the likelihood of brush or forest fires in certain areas. According to Yahoo Finance, metal roofs can provide fierce weather protection, fire resistance, and durability for an average of 50 years. In other words, if your home is struck by lightning or a fire is nearby, your metal roof won't quickly ignite. As a result, it aids in your family’s safety.

6. Value

Maintaining your home value is essential as your house is likely your greatest asset. Your home value can be affected by the type of material to use for your roof replacement. Because metal is growing in popularity and has many protective qualities, it naturally adds more value to your home.

When you make other interior upgrades, such as painting your interior or remodeling your kitchen, you can protect them with a metal roof replacement. A metal roof is less likely to leak, guarding your space against major damage to your foundation and drywall. Leaks can also cause mold to sprout, which affects your family's health. As mentioned, metal can also protect from fire and be highly resistant to winds in the event of a major storm. Therefore, anything that adds such safety to your home protects the value you've already invested into other home improvement upgrades as well.

When it's time to take advantage of the many benefits of metal roofing, you need a professional to install one for you. Look no further than our team at 2nd Chance Roof & Chimney LLC for your metal roof replacement. Contact us for a consultation today.