Consumer Education Articles

Asphalt vs Metal: Which is Right for You?

August 25, 2024 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Consumer Education,Research,Uncategorized

One of the most common questions we get from homeowners: what are the differences between asphalt shingles and metal roofing?   If you didn’t know, asphalt shingles are the most commonly used roofing material in the US. Most installers are comfortable with them, and most roofing contractors offer them.   However, metal roofing is now the second… read more

Revolutionize Reroofing with a Metal Roof

January 29, 2024 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Consumer Education,Newsletter Articles,Research

Rather than jumping into a difficult housing market, many homeowners choose to stay in their current homes and invest in renovations and remodeling, addressing old issues and completing long-standing projects. Now can be the perfect time to tackle that kitchen remodel or replace that roof you’ve been putting off. Investing in a new roof can… read more

7 Points to Look for in a Metal Roofing Supplier

December 22, 2023 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Consumer Education,Newsletter Articles

Finding and choosing the right metal roofing supplier is no easy task, with dozens of options, products, materials, and styles. If you plan on searching for a new roof, please consider these criteria as you decide. The biggest distinction is between vertical seam metal roofing (standing seam) and modular metal shingles. Between the vertical seam… read more

10 Metal Roofing Questions Answered

October 27, 2023 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Consumer Education,Homeowner Tips,Newsletter Articles,Research

Crunchy leaves, and cooler temperatures can slow things down in the fall season and give us time to think about nestling down our homes for the winter.   No matter where you live, fall is a great time to re-roof. As you think about protecting your home for the winter, you might have questions about… read more

Breathe Easier: Improve your Air Quality

September 5, 2023 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Consumer Education,Homeowner Tips,Newsletter Articles,Research

In July, hazy gray skies and thick smog plagued US cities as wildfires spewed smoke from Canada. At one point, New York had the worst air quality in the world, with an orange sky looming over millions of residents.  Throughout, medical professionals advised us to skip outdoor exercise and limit our exposure to smog. Even… read more

What can go wrong with a metal roof?

July 27, 2023 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Consumer Education,Newsletter Articles

Like any product, a metal roof has potential drawbacks: We’ve been manufacturing quality metal roofing systems since 1980. We’ve encountered projects with all sorts of existing problems and helped thousands of customers avoid roofing mistakes. Here, we’ll share some ways a metal roofing project can go wrong. 10 Ways a Metal Roof Can Go Wrong… read more