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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
June 28, 2024 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Research
A few years ago, Seattle homeowners Matthew and Lenora were faithfully restoring their older Cape Cod. Passed down from a family member, it was a little worse for wear. The home originally had a wood shake roof that complemented the distinctive hip-and-valley style. Unfortunately, wooden shakes are a poor match for the rainy Pacific Northwest…. read more
April 27, 2024 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Classic Finishes,Environmentally Friendly,Metal Shingles,Research,Standing Seam
At Classic Metal Roofing, we’re proud to be at the forefront of metal roofing. We were one of the first to use heat-reflective coatings on our products, saving you money on energy bills. We also pioneered a custom coating system, allowing a nearly unlimited color palette to fit your project and style. The next innovation:… read more
February 27, 2024 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Newsletter Articles,Research
Many homeowners think of metal roofing as typical for stores, commercial buildings, or even barns, but imagining it for your home is different. Metal is a growing part of the residential market in the US, up to 18% last year. As technology improves and needs change, many people have found the durability and longevity of… read more
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
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