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An Insider’s Guide to Metal Roofing

At a glance, the metal roofing industry can seem a bit overwhelming. There is such a wide variety of types and styles of products out there, how do you determine what will work best – both functionally and aesthetically – for your home? Are there products designed specifically for residential use? Which ones? How are these different from commercial or agricultural products? Unfortunately, there are many examples out there of metal roofing products being used inappropriately, on projects for which they were never intended to be used.

Our goal, as a leading residential metal roofing Dealer/Contractor, is to help make sure this misuse happens as rarely as possible. The following guide is intended to help you select the perfect metal roof for your home by arming you with information on the metals, product types, product profiles, installation issues and overall features and benefits of today’s metal roofing systems.

When choosing a metal roof, you should consider all options. First and foremost, though, make certain that the manufacturer of the roofing supports the manner in which the chosen roof system will be used and installed. Keep in mind that residential metal roofing is a rapidly growing industry. As such, there are individuals on the supply and installation end of things who may not be as well informed of products and limitations, as they should be. A metal roof is a considerable and crucial investment in a home – do not leave things to chance. The installer of your roof should be an experienced factory trained and certified installer. Go look at past jobs they have installed and talk with their refrences before making a final decision.

Of course, if you have additional questions or would like to discuss any of the information presented here in more detail, please do not hesitate to email us or contact us at the address or phone number listed below. We will be more than happy to do whatever we can to make sure your roofing needs are met with the right metal system for your home!

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Metal-Roofed Houses

Table of Contents

I: Metals

Galvanized Steel
Galvalume Steel
Aluminum
Copper
Terne and TCS
Zinc
Other Metals

II: Terminology & Product Types

Structural vs. Architectural
Steep vs. Low Slope
Through Fastener vs. Clip Fastened
Coatings
Underlayments

III: Profiles

Sheet Roofing
Standing Seam
Shake, Shingle, Tile and Slate

IV: Common Issues & Concerns

Installing Over Existing Roofing
Lightning
Fire Safety
Sound Transmission
Ventilation
Stress Skin “Sandwich” Panels
Hail
Walk ability
Environmental Impact
Warranties
Proper Installation

V: Benefits of Metal Roofing

VI: Further Information

VII. Contact Us

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Contact Information

Classic Metal Roofs, LLC
264 Gleasondale Road
P.O. Box 820
Stow, Massachusetts 01775
Tel: 1-866-660-6668
978-562-7770
Fax: 978-562-7134
info1@classicmetalroofs.com
www.classicmetalroofs.com
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