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.gif) Selecting a premium metal roof from 64 Metals adds value to your most important investment - your home. With our newly added LifeSpan Roofing System, we help make the process as painless and cost-effective as possible.
While some roof systems look good initially, they breakdown over time and you will wind up having to replace it, while your metal roof will continue to provide protection and energy savings for your home. Metal roofing is virtually maintenance free. Occasionally hose it down from the ground and your metal roof will not only save you money - they’ll save you time and worry. 64 Metals metal roofing will add to the resale value of your home, save money on your energy bills, reduce home owner’s insurance costs and give you piece of mind that you’ll likely never have to re-roof again. Metal roofing can often be installed over your existing roof, without any messy tear-off required. This will save time, money and waste disposal.
64 Metals metal roofs can withstand decades of abuse from extreme weather like high winds, heavy snow, hailstorms, and even wildfires. In locations that see heavy snow, metal roofing has been the choice of homeowners for years. It sheds snow fast, which protects the structure and integrity of the roof. Metal Roofs can also provide the best protection against impact from hail damage because hail cannot penetrate a metal roof.
Will metal roofing attract lightening?
No. Metal Roofing does not attract lightening. If anything it will help disburse lightening. If a roof is struck by lightning, it is much safer than your traditional roofs because it does disburse lightening. In addition, a metal roof will not burn or catch on fire simply because it is metal.
Is metal roofing noisy when it rains?
This is probably the most asked question of a metal roof. The answer is no. When one thinks of metal roofing you often think of an open area where the metal roof is seen or exposed from the interior of the building. (A barn or stables for example). When metal roofing is used in residential or commercial buildings, the attic space and insulation acts as a sound barrier between the living area and the roof. Tests have shown that metal roofing does not create any additional noise than tradition roofing.
Will metal roofing be damaged by hail and excessive winds?
Metal roofs are tough, durable and highly resistant to hail. Metal can withstand hail much better than fiberglass shingles. In tests the metal roof will not break or crack. In the case of excessive wind, metal has been shown to withstand up to 150 mph winds when installed properly. In addition, some areas of the country, insurance companies will offer discounted rates for homes with metal roofing.
Can you walk on metal roofing?
Yes, but just like any other roof always take precautions.
Is metal roofing more expensive than traditional roofing?
It is the soundest decision when it comes to replacing or installing a new roof. Some metals can carry a 40 year warranty. In long terms a metal roof offers the best value for your roofing dollar. when it comes to replacing or constructing a roof. Metal roofs depending can carry between a 20 and 40 year warranty. You will not get this type of service out of a traditional shingle roof. In the long term outlook a metal roof can be a more economically sound choice. In some cases it could be the last roof you may have to purchase.
Will the color of metal roofing fade?
Metal roofs are painted with high performance polymers. After extensive exposure for years there may be some change in color. Many years in the future your metal roof may need to be painted which costs much less than replacing a deteriorated shingle roof.
Will a metal roof rust?
Many metal roofs installed on homes have lasted 80 to 100 years with periodic maintenance. Tests have shown that the layers or coatings both metallic and polymer have shown to outperform the corrosion resistance of other coated metals.
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