The Installation Process for a Metal Roof

The length of time it takes for an install to be completed depends on the type of roofing being installed. Shingle-style metal roofs install quickly, whereas standing seam metal panels take a little longer to install.

Most of the work for a metal roof is completed during the preliminary stages of the install. Houses with a lot of wall lines or valleys require more attention. As there are more details that need to be addressed and ironed out before and during the installation. One example of this is we make sure the wall lines and valleys are flashed correctly. Each of our roofs are custom designed and verified to meet the specifications of a particular roof. Once this is completed, the metal roof installation begins. The more valleys and wall lines a roof has, the longer it can take for the installation to be completed. 

There are many different styles of metal roofing, but the installation process for an entire new roof will take a little longer compared to an asphalt roof. An asphalt roof may take an entire day to install, whereas a stone coated steel metal roof install can take up to three days. 

However, when working with a standing seam-style roof, the installation process can be longer. This is one of the more expensive style roofs, but this is due to the intricate nature of the standing seam material and accompanying systems. A very customized roof that requires attention to detail for each individual roof before and during the installation process.

How a Metal Roof Holds Up to Storm Damage

Metal roofs are great for climates that see a lot of storms, because they provide an additional layer of protection against hail, flying debris, and wind. These metal roof systems have a Class 4 Hail rating and between 120-160 MPH wind rating. The best ratings in the industry. There’s a reduced chance of a homeowner experiencing any roof leaks caused by storm damage. This is because metal roofing has a unique overlapping technique that provides optimum adhesion to the roof deck so that the panels stay in place. Due to these panels overlapping, there’s an additional layer of protection over the entire roof. 

The Benefits of Metal Roofing

The lifespan of metal roofing is one of the biggest benefits homeowners enjoy. When a metal roof is properly cared for and maintained, it can last up to 80 years, perhaps beyond. Metal roofing is also great for those homeowners who live in stormy or snowy areas. The surface of a standing seam metal roof or an Edco Arrowline roof make it difficult for snow and ice to grip onto, reducing the ice and snow buildup on top of a home. If snow does build up, the first warm up and that snow is simply going to slide off. We do recommend snow retention guards of some sort for areas such as doorways and garage doors, etc. which help hold the snow back – for safety reasons.

However, many people are also interested in metal roofing because of the energy efficiency it provides. Since metal roofing reflects the sun’s light, it’s reducing the heat transfer into the top portion of a home. As a result, homeowners with metal roofing tend not to spend as much on their energy bills, especially air conditioning.

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No matter where you live, a metal roof is a great addition to consider adding to a home. AM Burney Exteriors is here to help with any metal roofing questions or help start the process for a beautiful new long lasting roof.

Ready to upgrade and move forward with a metal roof installation? Contact us today to learn how we can help.