Benefits of metal roof

Metal roofs can last up to 100 years, with installers providing 50-year warranties. Because of their longevity, most metal roofs are less expensive than asphalt shingles in the long term.

Metal roofing can consist of a high percentage of recycled material and is 100% recyclable. It does not get as hot as asphalt, a common roofing material, and it reflects heat away from the building underneath in summertime. 

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On a larger scale, its use reduces the heat island effect of cities when compared to asphalt. Coupled with its better insulating abilities, metal roofs can offer not only a 40% reduction in energy costs in the summer, but also up to a 15% reduction in the energy costs in the winter according to a 2008 Study by Oak Ridge National Laboratory. 

This finding is based on the use of a strapping system of four inches between the plywood and "cool-color" metal on top, which provides an air gap between the plywood roof sheathing and the metal. Cool-color metals are light, reflective colors, like white. 

The study went on to say that re-sealing and insulating air ducts in the attic will save even more money

1. How intricate is the curve of your roof?

Many roofs nowadays have highly intricate geometry - hips, valleys, wall junctions, skylights, pitch variations, rounded regions, you name it. 

No matter what kind of roofing material is used, installing a complex roof takes time and effort. A metal roof may be a better investment for property owners with complicated roofs than paying for my roofer installation labor. 

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Additionally, conventional roofs seldom "wear out" in the essential portions of the roof. It is usually at the junctions and intersections when difficulties develop. Consequently, complicated roofs might be more prone to problems that evolve over time with regular shingles.

2. What's the age of your house?

Homes that are more than a century old may begin to gain weight. 

The low weight of a metal roof may be of significant advantage to a property displaying indications of age like structural sagging and degradation.

When the roof is a crucial focal point of a property, having a roof that looks nice and doesn't smear or stain as it ages may be a great advantage. 

My roofer says that other roofs detract from the aesthetic appeal of a house and its perceived market worth over time.

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3. Does your roof appear to be prone to weather-related problems?

Some properties, either because of construction, design, or location, are more prone to weather-related roof problems than other homes. 

Traditional roofs fail miserably on specific properties, as my roofer says, whether due to wind, sunlight, salt spray, or ice and snow exposure. 

Complex rooflines and building techniques like insulated panels might make roofs perform poorly. Metal roofing with interlocking panels is typically a suitable solution for these houses.

Conclusion

Swadley Roof Systems offers the best roofing services in the Houston, Austin, San Antonio and Dallas area.