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If you have a vertical wall on the gable side of your corrugated metal roof, you’re going to need to install sidewall. It will keep the water from dripping down the wall and leaking into the roof. This step by step installation article specifically covers sidewall flashing installation for an exposed fastener panel such as: ⅞” Corrugated. It is not intended for installation of standing seam panels. At Western States Metal Roofing, our objective is to make the installation of your metal roofing project simple and stress-free. To help you visualize the installation process, please check out our sidewall flashing detail in conjunction with this guide and our sidewall installation video. To begin, please note that if your roof has a sidewall condition, all sidewall trim must be installed prior to fastening the endwall. Installing sidewall flashing for a metal roof doesn’t have to be a difficult process. In our step-by-step guide here, we will show cover: What Is Sidewall Flashing? How Much...

Metal has been used in architecture for decades. It’s only recently that it's become more common to see metal siding being used for homes. It’s versatility and many design choices make it an attractive option when looking to give a home a makeover. At Western States Metal Roofing, we have been manufacturing metal siding in standard and custom designs that helped our customers meet their home design goals for over two decades. However, metal’s appeal goes far beyond aesthetics. It has certain properties that make it stand out from other materials especially when used in particularly harsh climates. In this article, we’re going to discuss the circumstances when metal’s benefits make it the best siding to use over other materials so you will have a better understanding of when this siding type is best to use. What Are The Best Uses For Metal Siding? You Live In A High Fire Risk Area You Want To Add A Bold Accent To Your Home You Want A Long Lasting Siding Material Your Home Needs Maxi...

If you’re currently picking out metal roofing, deciding on which metal gauge to use is a choice that you’ll have to make. By the time you are focusing on the gauge, you should have already made other decisions about the type of metal roofing you’re going to buy including: Panel Profile Paint System Metal Roofing Color If you haven’t already picked out any of the above, we highly suggest you look at those choices first. The gauge should be one of the last decisions you make regarding your metal roofing panels.   If you need some help with these choices we suggest: Corrugated Metal Roofing v. Standing Seam (Pros & Cons) Best Paint For My Metal Roof Panels: SMP Paint v. PVDF Metal Roofing Colors: 5 Tips To Pick The Best Metal Roofing Color The reason for choosing gauge last is that it could be already decided for you based on one of the other options you choose. For example, if you want a standing seam metal roof or a flush wall siding panel, you will be automatically using 24 gau...

There are a lot of benefits of living near the ocean, from beautiful views to breathing in the fresh ocean air. Unfortunately, that same air can also be disastrous when it comes in contact with certain types of metal. Salt air causes corrosion, or rusting, which can cause a metal roof to fail prematurely and need to be replaced. Metal corrosion is most pronounced on coastal homes within 3,000 feet of the ocean. However, to err on the side of caution, we recommend any homes within a mile of the coast using only coastal appropriate metals to avoid the possibility of rusting (for frame of reference, one mile is 5,280 feet). At Western States Metal Roofing, for years we’ve manufactured metal roofing and siding panels for contractors and homeowners with waterfront properties and understand why this is a big concern. The potential for metal roofing problems near the ocean problems go far beyond corrosion. Any type of roofing material used in coastal regions should be resistant to: Flood dama...

It’s common for issues to arise on a construction site that inevitably delay your project. When it comes to roof installation, this could mean anything from the delivery of the roofing materials being delayed to the installation taking longer than expected. No matter the circumstances, the home needs a temporary covering so it can be protected and not be damaged from the elements. At Western States Metal Roofing, we manufacture metal roofing and siding and also offer all of the materials you’ll need for a successful roofing installation including when you need a temporary roof. In this article, we go over what you need to know when you have to dry-in a roof. What Is Drying In A Roof? “Drying In” is short for dry inside. It means to make the roof impermeable to rain and weather. A roof dry in is accomplished by installing a roofing underlayment on top of the wood substrate of the roof. Roofing underlayment functions as a weather-protected covering that will keep the inside of the struct...

In 2018 alone, wildfires in the US caused massive damage and destroyed 22,454 homes and structures that resulted in $12.35 billion dollars in total losses. The fire resistance of a roof can be what saves a home when one of these tragic events occurs. This is why paying attention to a roofing material’s fire rating is so important, especially if you live in an area that is at risk for wildfires. At Western States Metal Roofing, we manufacture metal roofing and siding panels that are all designated with the best fire rating available. We supply material to many projects in areas such as California where wildfires are a significant threat to some neighborhoods. We understand the importance of having your home be as fire resistant as possible. In this article, we discuss why metal is an excellent roofing choice when fire resistance is a top priority. What Is The Fire Rating For Metal Roofs? Metal roofing is designated with a Class A fire rating. The National Fire Protection Association (NF...

Color is undoubtedly one of the most critical choices you make when designing your roof as it sets the tone of the overall look of your home. When looking to avoid drastic choices that may quickly go out of style, it’s common to gravitate towards neutral colors. Neutral tones are seen as being a “safe” choice, even though they pose the risk of appearing boring. However, the design trends of recent years have proven that neutral can still be exciting thanks to the popularity of the color gray. Without a doubt, gray has dominated the neutral palettes and has become the color of choice in decorating and design in recent years because of its versatility. As a mix of the colors black and white by definition, gray has the capacity to appear traditional or ultra modern depending on the application and shade that is chosen. Gray offers this same diversity and variety when it comes to metal roofing. At Western States Metal Roofing, we manufacture metal roofing and siding panels in over one hund...

There are many components that contribute to the stability of a metal building. When it comes to roofing, metal purlins are a critical element needed to give the structure proper support. Though we do not do installations ourselves, Western States Metal Roofing has been providing contractors with the materials required for a successful installation for over two decades. Not all metal purlins are the same as they come in different types and sizes. Therefore, it is important for you to know the differences and use the right purlin for your project. This article goes over the different types of metal purlins so you will know everything you need to before purchasing your materials. What Is A Metal Purlin? A metal purlin is a lightweight, horizontal beam or bar that is used for structural support in roofing. In addition to providing support, metal purlins also increase a building’s resistance to heavy winds. Purlins are a key component to the secondary frame of commercial, residential and i...

When you’re looking for a beautiful, long lasting rusted finish, look no further than Corten steel, otherwise known as A606 or weathering steel. This corrosion resistant material is available in everything from roofing to landscape edging, and comes in every accessory you need for a successful construction project. At Western States Metal Roofing, we are proud to be the leading provider of Corten/ weathering steel products. We offer the largest selection of Corten structural components and Corten metal roofing products designed to meet or exceed your building requirement needs.  In this article, we discuss the most popular types of corten products so you know which are necessary for your next project.   What Are The Different Types Of Corten Products? Corten Flat Sheets Corten Plate Corten Flat Bar Corten Tube Corten Pipe Corten Angle Corten Beams Corten Channels   Corten Flat Sheets Corten steel sheets have a variety of uses from siding to fencing. The Corten is availabl...

We have previously mentioned that we strongly believe this shortage will continue at least through the end of 2021 at a minimum. So, what does that mean for your business? Material pricing and availability have always been a risk for contractors, but the current volatility in both the steel industry and construction materials in general has significantly multiplied that risk. You have to be proactive to stay protected. In this article, we discuss 3 ways to protect your business during the steel price increases. What Can Contractors Do To Protect Their Business From The Rising Cost Of Steel? Pre-purchase steel Material Price Escalation Cause Force Majeure Clause Pre-Purchase Steel If you have a signed contract and know you will need steel later this year, buy it now. The price of steel is escalating month after month. Today’s price of steel will absolutely be less than what it will cost through the remainder of 2021 and very likely into early 2022. You also have to consider the potentia...

When installing a metal roof, you cannot forget about the roofing underlayment. While it’s hidden underneath your beautiful new roof, it’s one of the key components to ensuring a long lifespan for your system.  At Western States Metal Roofing, we have been in the roofing industry for over 20 years manufacturing metal panels and work closely with roofing contractors everyday to help them find the products that will enable them to have a successful roof installation. You may not have realized just how many different types of roof underlay there are to choose from, or what the differences between each of them are. In this article, we define the main types of metal roof underlayment to help you choose which is best for your project. Felt vs. Synthetic Roof Underlayment The first way to differentiate underlayment is by categorizing it as felt or synthetic. Felt underlayment, also called roofing felt, is a layer of protection for the roofing system that is made from recycled corrugated p...

2021 has been a wild year for the metal industry as it experienced rapid price increases that resulted in steel prices hitting an all time high. As we mentioned in our last steel price update, this was due to increased demand and a supply shortage throughout the global steel market that left everyone scrambling to find raw material.  As the year is now in its 4th quarter, you may be wondering what the new year will look like for the steel industry in terms of price and steel availability. At Western States Metal Roofing, we understand the stress that the uncertainty of the steel situation can cause when you are a metal roofing professional. In order to keep you informed, we recently interviewed our purchasing manager to find out what is going on in the steel market. In this article, we discuss the metal prices today and supply as well as what industry experts are predicting for 2022. What Is Happening With The Steel Market Today? As of October 2021, steel supply is just beginning t...

Have you seen more metal roofs popping up in your neighborhood? If the answer is yes, then it shouldn’t come as a surprise that metal roofs have quickly become the second most popular roofing material in the United States, with only asphalt shingle roofing being more common.  Unlike a shingle roof, the metal roof category has plenty of variety in style, design and colors within it. If you ask two people to visualize a metal roof, they will probably picture two very different looking roofs because there are so many different metal aesthetics. While the appearance of some metal roofs work perfectly on a traditional home, others may appear too industrial to blend in with a white picket fence. At Western States Metal Roofing, we manufacture metal roofing and siding panels that are used on residential and commercial properties. We work directly with homeowners, contractors and architects and see the trends of which type of metal roofing panels are being used most often on houses.  ...

There are multiple methods to cut z closure that’s used on most standing seam applications. There is a standard square cut, and then there is a more advanced way which we will guide you through in this article. Measuring Z Trim Cut your zee closure ¼” less to allow space for your butyl mastic tape to be installed.   Marking and Cutting Z Trim Mark the width of the z trim needed and add 2” in the measurement for the folds on the zee closure. Write “Top” on your closure so when you make your cuts, the top and bottom are clear when you go to cut. Square off the line and make a mark at 1”. Your two marks will be your cut line and your fold line. Repeat this process on the opposite side to create another cut line and fold line. Cut the zee metal on the cut lines you’ve created with metal cutting snips.       5. Take the bottom leg completely off on the far end.      6. Fold in on the fold line with your hand or a metal bender.      7. Re...

  When you’re deciding on a type of metal siding, there’s a few things to take into consideration such as: Appearance The climate you’re in Maintenance level  Budget Before you focus on any of that, you’re going to want to consider the type of application the siding is being used for. On a very surface level, this breaks down into two categories: commercial and residential.  Here at Western States Metal Roofing, we manufacture metal roof and siding panels that are used for both commercial and residential applications. We work directly with contractors and homeowners, depending on the project size, to help them find the right material for their projects.  If you’re wondering if there is a difference between commercial and residential metal siding, the short answer is “no”. Metal siding is not made for a specific project type, just like cars are not made for a specific customer demographic. However when it comes to cars, more people with families will buy a SUV while a...

Having a new residential metal roof installed is exciting but can also be stressful if you are not prepared. We understand that there’s so much to think about when installing a new roof, from choosing your metal panel and color to hiring a contractor, that the logistics of the actual installation itself may fall through the cracks. However, if you prepare metal roof installation, it will make the process much better for both you and your contractor. At Western States Metal Roofing, we want your installation experience to be as smooth as possible. We have written this article so you’ll be informed of what to expect before and after your metal roof installation. Preparation Before A New Residential Metal Roof Installation Communication with your contractor Choose one point of contact Prepare your property Inform neighbors of installation  Communicate With Your Roof Contractor Communication is key during an installation. Be sure you and your contractor are on the same page when it com...

There are dozens of different types of roof shapes but two of the most common are gable roofs and hip roofs. When it's time to replace your roof material or put on a new roof on a new construction, you might be wondering if the shape of your roof affects the roof types you should consider installing. At Western States Metal Roofing, we’ve been manufacturing metal roofing and siding panels for decades and are often asked about when it’s best to use a metal roof. In this article, we go over the differences between gable roofs and hip roofs and they relate to metal roofing. What Is A Gable Roof? A gable roof, also known as ​​a pitched roof or a peaked roof, is a roof design where there are two sloping sides that come together at a ridge. Gable roofs are less complex and usually less expensive than hipped roofs. Standing Seam roof in Corten AZP Raw There are also many variations of a gable roof, such as a gambrel roof. These roof shapes generally also have some features that are found ...