There are many pages and blog posts on this Classic Metal Roofs website which contrast the merits of aluminum metal roofs versus asphalt shingle roofs – to the advantage of the former, of course. We do not claim to be unbiased on this matter! Below we lay out the pros and cons of each in succinct table display form, for those who just like to cut to the bottom line, or for those of you who are just starting to educate themselves on the subject.
February 3, 2017 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Articles, Education, Green News, Metal Roofing
Pitch Transitions Are a Common Roof Detail A roof pitch transition is a line in the roof plane that changes pitch. The roof plane goes from one pitch to a lower pitch. This is a fairly common roof detail. We see this quite frequently in Log Home roofs with porches, for example. See the illustration… ( read more )
December 29, 2016 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Articles, Education, Metal Roofing, Technical
Aluminum, copper, and zinc roof materials offer great durability and weather resistance. Learn why metal roofing requires almost zero regular maintenance.
December 22, 2016 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Articles, Education, General, Metal Roofing
New England is a mecca for Log and Timber framed homes. It is also known for some of the craziest weather extremes and weather swings in the country. Roof insulation, as well as roof ventilation, is a topic that comes up in our daily conversations with our clients. What is the correct way to insulate… ( read more )
December 16, 2016 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Articles, Education, Metal Roofing, Technical
Have you noticed Log Cabin House 3 that most of the Log Home Builders’ and manufacturers’ brochures and pictures on the web display their homes with beautiful metal roofs? There is a good reason for that. Metal roofing is the proven choice for log cabin style and timber frame homes. Not only does it look terrific, but some of them have a life expectancy of close to 100 years.
December 8, 2016 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Articles, Education, General, Metal Roofing