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Preventing Rust on Metal Roofs: What Roofers Do

metal roofs made from aluminum, zinc, and copper for your roof in Rhode Island

Metal roofing is a great solution for the replacement of temporary roofing material such as asphalt shingles and cedar roofs. Some metals such as steel, galvalume, and galvanized roofing materials are prone to rust when exposed to moisture.  Preventing rust is understandably a big concern for homeowners considering metal roofing. The good news is, metal… ( read more )

September 26, 2019 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Blog, Metal Roofing

Galvanized vs. Galvalume Steel Roofs: What’s the Difference?

red steel roof on a house and front porch in MA, CT, NH, or RI

The affordability of steel is about the only blessing many homeowners who want to invest in a metal roofing system will receive. But it’s also a curse at the same time. Steel, as an iron-containing alloy, is bound to rust after enough exposure to moisture and oxygen. A rusty roof is always a weak and… ( read more )

November 29, 2018 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Blog, Roofing