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Having spent my entire career in residential metal roofing, I often get asked about the homeowners who chose metal roofs for their homes. Whether they chose a vertical seam roof or perhaps a shake, shingle, or slate look metal roof, and whether that roof was aluminum, steel, or copper, I am often asked what drove them to step outside the box a bit to a metal roof. Marketers tend to want to put consumers into boxes and say things like “Our customer is 43.6 years old, married, with two children (the oldest about to enter college), 2.8 cars, 1.2 dogs, and a guinea pig.”  However, when it comes to metal roofing customers, we find that there is no “average” or “typical” customer we can target. That’s because the things that drive them to choose metal tend to be more about their lifestyle and their mindset than about their socio-demographics. The typical metal roof customer sees themselves as staying in their home until they are “carried out.” They may be young, they may be old, or they ...

One of the major factors for homeowners when considering a metal roof in the Northeast is the fact that they shed the potential heavy buildup of snow, and protect the home from the damages that ice dams can create. While shedding snow and ice is a nice feature of metal roofing, it can also be a dangerous proposition for those entering or exiting a home. A responsible metal roofing contractor will survey potential danger areas where significant snow and ice coming off a roof could cause harm to people or damage property. They will mark the roof plan accordingly, show the homeowner where snow retention is necessary, and add the proper material to the quote. I have seen many metal roofs installed where snow retention is nonexistent, and not because it was unrequired. It is just a matter of time when the unexpected happens. For example, a car leaving a garage gets dumped on, an upper roof lets go of its snow only to crash below to a lower roof, or you or the delivery man dodging an avalanc...

DIY home improvement projects can bring a sense of accomplishment, and they can help you save on the expense of hiring a professional. When it comes to roof replacement, repair and maintenance, however, it’s best to turn to the experts. Classic Metal Roofs, the area’s premier provider of quality metal roofing services, explains the risks of performing the repairs yourself: Improper Repairs As an untrained homeowner, you may intend to fix the damage, but instead create other problems like leaks and mold. Resolving the problems you inadvertently cause means you’ll have to spend more money. On the other hand, hiring professional roofers from the start can help you minimize any potential costs down the line. Voided Warranties Roofing manufacturers often provide strict warranty details on your contract. These can include the duration and the terms and conditions that keep your roof’s protection intact. Usually, if someone other than a licensed professional performs any work on your roof, it...

Metal is a great roofing choice for your home. It’s durable, attractive, low-maintenance, and long-lasting. However, due to the various misconceptions surrounding this material, most homeowners choose not to invest in it. Classic Metal Roofs, the area’s top metal roofers, sheds some light on the common metal roofing myths about this excellent roofing choice. The Metal Roofing Myths They Offer No Resale Value Traditionally, metal roofs have been known for their utilitarian appearance, which is why homeowners believe such roofs don’t offer much resale value. Thanks to recent developments in the material, however, metal now comes in a variety of colors and finishes that can boost your home’s curb appeal and improve its overall value. Additionally, Remodeling Magazine states that homes renovated with standing-seam metal roofs can recoup up to 85.9% of their investment. They Are Loud Metal, as a material, is naturally loud, but not when it’s installed over your home. In fact, metal is even ...

Aluminum metal roofs are replacing asphalt shingles as the number one choice for residential properties; they’re no longer restricted to just industrial applications. This is all due to their higher durability, weather tolerance, and longer service life compared with other roofing materials. Classic Metal Roofs, your local metal roof repair company, lists four benefits of a metal roof. 1. Longer Service Life Homeowners get long-term value when they install an aluminum metal roof, thanks to its longer life span. It can last up to 100 years on average and, with proper care and maintenance, it can easily exceed that. In comparison, asphalt shingles have an average life span of 15 to 20 years. 2. Low-Maintenance Roofing As experienced metal roofers, we know one of the main reasons homeowners switch to a metal roof is that this roof needs only basic maintenance. That would include the removal of any obvious debris that may collect on the roof and an occasional washing, if you choose a light...

Although relatively new to the North American market, zinc has been used as a building material in Europe for more than 300 years. In fact, many of the European zinc roofs installed in the 19th Century are still in service today. While longevity and low-to-no maintenance contribute to zinc’s appeal, today’s homeowners are also choosing the material because of the creativity and distinct design aesthetics that zinc offers. Used for roofing, gutters, and wall cladding, zinc offers elegance and longevity few other materials can. When installed properly, a RHEINZINK roof can last close to a century, while a wall can easily last 150+ years. In addition to its long service life, homeowners like the fact that zinc is low-to-no maintenance. More and more homeowners are requesting the material, on both renovations and new construction, as a complete roof or as major details. RHEINZINK offers four distinct shades of grey: pre-PATINA blue-grey, pre-PATINA graphite-grey, art-COLOR sky-grey and art...

It’s been a rough winter and spring, we can only hope we finally have some nice summer weather in the forecast. Historically, nobody thought much about their roof when it came to energy efficiency. In fact, it was traditionally the least energy-efficient part of the home exterior. However, the advent of “cool” metal products have changed homeowners’ perception of roofs as well as the roofs themselves. How exactly can an energy-efficient metal roof help lower your utility bills and improve your home’s comfort? Most metal roofers, including Classic Metal Roofs, agree it does three things best: Reflecting Solar Heat A premium aluminum roof can actually deflect up to 95% of that hot summer solar heat, which would otherwise turn your home into a furnace. When finished with an innovative coating called Kynar 500, aluminum’s solar reflectance soars. It bounces most of the sun’s energy back to the sky, keeping its surface temperature low. As a result, it transmits significantly less energy int...

New England Clean Energy has installed 1,000 solar electric systems on homes and businesses in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New Hampshire, and dozens of those were on metal roofs. That includes standing-seam, corrugated metal, and metal shingles. The process of installing solar on a metal roof is a little different versus the traditional asphalt shingles. Here’s how. The Difference of Installing Solar on a Metal Roof Attaching the Rail: Before putting up solar panels, we install a system of rails upon which the panels are mounted. How we do that for metal roofs varies. Standing-seam metal roofs are great to work on because in many cases, rails are not even necessary. Using special clips, we attach the panels directly to the seams. When the system design and panel layout require rails, the rails are attached to the seams and then the panels to the rails. In both cases, there are no roof penetrations whatsoever, and no screws required. (Designing a solar energy system for a metal roof...

For homeowners looking to re-roof, metal is becoming an increasingly popular choice and for good reason, thanks to the exceptional durability, long-lasting value and increased protection from metal roofs. Even so, there are still some misunderstandings about metal lingering among homeowners. Here are the facts vs. fiction about metal roofs: Fiction: “I can’t have a metal roof because we get a lot of thunderstorms in our area, including hail and strong winds” Fact: Metal roofs are by far the preferred and most durable choice for withstanding severe storms and weather. That’s why they are exceptionally popular in hurricane-prone areas such as Florida and the southeastern United States. Quality metal roofs have been proven to stand up to hurricane-force, 140-mile per hour winds, large hailstones and flying debris much better than other types of roofs. They also have the strength to hold up under heavy snow and ice loads, making them a truly durable, long-lasting choice in all season and r...

Homeowners love metal roofs, and it’s easy to understand why. With great styles, long-lasting protection and exceptional performance, metal roofs have now become the second most popular choice for roofs among U.S. homeowners, according to a recent survey conducted by the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA). And demand is continuing to increase as more customers realize that durable metal roofs can stand up to whatever Mother Nature may have in store. Plus, they are energy efficient and a more sustainable choice as compared to other roofing options. With all those benefits, Metal Roofing Alliance is helping spread the love with its “Metal Roofing Raves” giveaway. From now until October 2018, homeowners who share their short answer (140 characters or less) for why they love metal roofing will have a chance to win a $100 gift card from Home Depot. It’s easy to enter, and a winner will be randomly selected each month. No purchase is necessary and official rules can be found at www.metalroofing.co...

Many asphalt shingles are marketed to be resistant to wind damage, but the superior performance of metal roofing products is indisputable. In fact, FEMA, or the Federal Emergency Management Agency itself, recommends metal roofs for high-wind regions. If your location usually gets winds blowing over 90 mph, a zinc, copper, or aluminum roof is an excellent investment. If you ask Classic Metal Roofs, here’s why metal roofing systems deliver better protection from strong winds than asphalt shingle ones: Interlocking Panels Metal panels interlock on all four sides keeping each other in place during hurricanes. On the contrary, high winds can loosen properly installed asphalt shingles, making them become more susceptible to getting blown off faster than expected. This is why seeing shingles on the ground that have blown off the roof isn’t an uncommon sight after storms. Concealed Fasteners Most metal roofs are joined together with hidden stainless steel clips and screws. In turn, concealed f...

When homeowners are thinking about a roof replacement, the thought of a metal roof usually does not come to mind. To pick the right roof for your home in Boston, MA Metro West, consider metal roofing which is the fastest growing segment of the residential roofing industry. One would have to ask why should I consider metal roofing? The term metal roofing is a catch-all term that refers to a range of roofs made from many different base metals. There’s a lot to choose from apart from base metal and it’s important that you pick the right roof that best fits your home. In this post, we share some tips to keep in mind on how to help you pick the right kind of metal roof for your home in Boston’s Metro West. Some of the towns we have asphalt roof replacements in are Sudbury, Framingham, Natick, Dover, Lincoln, Weston, Waltham, Newton, Acton, Stow, Hudson, Maynard, Bolton, Marlboro, Southboro, Hopkinton, Holliston, Boxboro, Ashland, Medfield, Sherborn, Wayland and Wellesley, MA. Consider the M...