Metal roofing is one of the fastest growing segments of home improvement. The installation of metal roofing can be catered to match the style of your home with three different types of designs, metal panels, shingles and stone coated metal shingles. This adaptation provides the customer with a cosmetic satisfaction. Along with the beautiful styles the benefits significantly enhance your homes appeal; it provides a better defense from nature and puts money back into your pocket.
Long Lasting Protection
Benefits of metal roofing include a lasting value. Financially, this roof keeps your home cooler, keeping your electric bill down. The metal roof reflects the radiant heat from the sun minimizing midday heat gain. Make sure to check with your home owners’ insurance representative because many home insurance companies provide a discount for metal roofing. This is possible because the roof provides a better defense against nature, importantly high wind. Along with an increased durability against wind, the roof is also resistant to fire, mildew, insects and rot. Metal roofing is given a Class A fire rating which is the most resistant to fire. Many composite roofing requires replacement after so many years however; metal roofing has a lifetime to that of your homes lifetime. With the decision to enhance the roof of your home to a metal roof, you’re also entitled to a home improvement tax credit put in place in 2010. The roof is low weight, and eases stress on the structure of your home. The metal roofing weights from 50 to 150 pounds per square verses the typical tile that weighs 750 pounds per square.
Cost Savings
By improving your roof to metal the benefits outweigh the cost. Metal roofing is generally more expensive than composite roofing. However the price is put back into your pocket by providing tax deductions, possible insurance deduction along with lower energy costs. The roof outlasts the typical composite roof that requires replacement every 15-20 years. This environmental friendly roof takes away the stress of a leaky roof or rotting roof. The metal roof is sealed against nature’s effect seen with a composite roof and provides the home owner with less stress. Most contractors back their roofs with a warranty that last twenty to fifty years.
Overall, the metal roof significantly enhances the cosmetic appeal of your home. It also saves money for the owner, and increases the value of your home if you decide to place it on the market. This roof provides your family the defense from the harsh elements of nature that can cause a dent to your wallet.
Contact a College Station Roofer like Schulte Roofing to learn more about the benefits of metal roofing. You can contact Schulte Roofing at 800-367-7663. Their team of professionals can answer any of your metal roofing questions.