Benefits of Metal Roofs for Your Commercial Property

The options for roof materials are almost limitless—asphalt, concrete, polymers, and gravel. But, there are some types of materials that simply perform better. While choosing certain materials may save money during a building’s construction, they can require costly repairs and extensive maintenance down the line.

Though less conventional than other types of roofing material, metal provides a quality roof that can easily outshine the competition. Here are some of the advantages of choosing metal roofing for a commercial building.

What Is Metal Roofing?

Metal roofing is a type of roofing that contains metal materials of your choosing. These roofs come in panels or sheets that are either laid or fastened onto your roof structure. The most common roofing materials include:

• Copper: A durable and fully recyclable material that offers protection from corrosion and lightning. It’s among the most expensive roofing materials.
• Galvanized Steel: A copper alternative that uses a zinc coating and heavy-duty paint to limit corrosion and rust. It’s more budget-friendly than copper but is still susceptible to corrosion if it’s not properly coated.
• Stainless Steel: A completely rust-free option, but it comes at a higher cost than galvanized steel.
• Aluminum: A budget-friendly lightweight, weather-resistant, corrosion-resistant metal, but it tends to dent easily.

Benefits of Metal Roofing

Attractive

Functionality aside, metal roofs are just plain pretty. Instead of a typical flat, featureless roof, metal provides buildings with a little bit of flare. Because metal can be shaped in a variety of different ways, it opens up a whole new world of roof design and penetration options. Roofing companies with in-house fabrication will be able to offer even more customization by making a roof exactly the way the customer wants

Durability

Unlike asphalt or other roofing styles, a properly constructed metal roof can handle just about anything Mother Nature can throw at it. Metal roofing can protect your home against extreme temperatures, high winds, hail, marine air, and even fire—all with minimal maintenance.

Energy Efficiency

By using reflective materials, metal roofs can drastically reduce the costs of cooling a building in the summer. Because the material is so versatile, it can also pair well with a variety of insulation to keep extreme temperatures at bay. Metal is also the best material for affixing equipment like solar panels to a roof, enabling businesses to become even more efficient.

Fire-Resistant

Asphalt shingles may be a common sight here in the U.S., but in many parts of Europe, they have been banned for their flammability. Metal is among the most fire-resistant materials that can be used on a commercial roof, protecting the facility and keeping it in compliance with fire codes with no extra effort.

Low Maintenance

With high-quality weather coating, metal roofs will require little maintenance beyond the typical bi-annual roof inspection. Metal roofs rarely fail, and when a repair is needed, it is typically a much simpler job than repairs on other types of material.

Sustainability

Metal is considered the most environmentally friendly and sustainable roofing material available. Most metal roofing contains 30-60% recycled material and is 100% recyclable. Metal roofs can also often be installed over an existing roof, eliminating the environmental impact of disposal.

Value

While the initial cost of a quality metal roof is higher than roofing materials such as asphalt, it’s an investment that pays returns over a lifetime. A metal roof can last 30 to 50+ years or more with little maintenance, can often be repainted versus replaced, and may even increase the resale value of your home.

Weather-Resistant

For places with heavy rain or snow, metal roofs are the best choice for building protection. Nothing holds up to heavy amounts of moisture the way metal does, preventing leaks and headaches for facility managers.

Have questions about whether or not a metal roof is right for your home? Are you ready to start your Pittsburgh home’s new metal roof installation? Don’t delay, give Bull Run Roofing in Central PA a call today!