Is metal roofing right for my home?

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Last Updated: December 17, 2025    Published: February 15, 2013
Filed under: Buying a New Roof

It seems many homeowners are well aware of the longevity, energy efficiency, and other benefits of metal roofing, but for various reasons, they still wonder whether it is right for their home. The answer is often that a metal roof will work very well on their home, but the fact is that every situation is different. And that is why, at Classic Metal Roofing Systems, we devote a great deal of time to providing solid, reliable information and answering questions on a personal level.

If you’re wondering whether metal roofing might be right for your home, we invite you to consider the following:

1. Aesthetics. There are still many misunderstandings about metal roofing, which can lead some people to question its suitability for residential use. This often results from a lack of understanding that today’s residential metal roofs do not look agricultural, industrial, or commercial.
2. Colors. Metal roofs are now available in many earth-tone colors and even multi-hued colors to avoid a monochromatic look. Additionally, paint technology has allowed the development of low-gloss colors. With today’s product variety, your metal-roofed home does not have to look like a Pizza Hut (unless that is something you’d like).
3. Weight. Metal roofing is much lower weight than traditional shingles and most other roofing materials. It does not pose any structural challenges when installed on homes.
   Attachment. Metal roofing does not require any special attachment procedures. It can be installed over your existing roof deck or, more often, over your existing shingles, along with appropriate underlayment. If your home currently has a traditional roof material, installing metal will not be a problem.
4. Wind Resistance. Because of the interlocking nature of metal roof panels, they are well known for their wind resistance. Many homeowners turn to metal as the solution after having wind damage to other roofing materials.
   Home Value. In today’s age, when homeowners are concerned about the value of their homes and the ongoing costs of maintaining them, they are very attracted to homes with durable metal roofs. This can make those homes more valuable than competing homes in the marketplace.
5. Home Design. Metal is very flexible, and there are products that can be used on low-pitch roofs as well as steep roofs, and even on round, curved, and arched roofs. Additionally, features such as valleys, dormers, chimneys, skylights, and wall flashings are easily accommodated with metal roofs.
6. HOAs and ARBs. Many homeowners’ associations and architectural review boards are rewriting covenants to allow their property owners to enjoy the many benefits of metal roofing. If you live in an area with restrictions on metal roofs, we can help your governing body consider which types of metal roofs they see as adding value to their community, and then assist them in drafting new covenants to allow those styles of metal roofs.

If we can help you determine whether a metal roof is right for your home, please contact us anytime.

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