Metal roofing is a great choice for your home for many reasons– it lasts a lot longer than other roofing materials, it’s fire-resistant, and it can easily withstand more extreme weather conditions like gusting winds. Plus, it can play a huge role in reducing energy costs by reflecting (rather than absorbing) light and heat.
Choosing a metal roof is also environmentally friendly, since many are made from recycled materials and can be recycled when they’ve finally reached the end of their lifespan.
Since you’re eco-conscious and motivated to reduce energy consumption, you might also be considering solar panels for your home– but how do solar panels work with a metal roof?
Why install solar panels?
Solar panels are an excellent energy option because they produce power from a renewable resource, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change. Solar power also continues to work even in the event of power failures due to natural disasters.
As if those benefits weren’t enough, using solar energy reduces our dependence on fossil fuels– which is necessary, since it’s likely that the world’s oil reserves will be depleted within the next several decades.
Unlike fossil fuels, solar power doesn’t require water to operate, so it’s also kind to the world’s water supply.
Depending on where you live, you might also receive a tax credit or financial assistance for purchasing and installing solar panels on your home.
Installing solar panels on your home can greatly increase resale value, which is a particularly motivating factor in today’s intense and fast-moving housing market.
Are solar panels safe to install on a standard roof?
The bottom line is that properly installed solar panels on a well-constructed and -maintained roof, of any kind, shouldn’t cause damage.
However, not every installer is created equally, and structural problems in roofing are common even if homeowners aren’t fully aware of them. Installing solar panels on a standard roof that doesn’t have the load-bearing capacity that it needs could potentially result in damage.
That damage might mean reduced water resistance, causing leaks, or an inability to withstand certain weather conditions like strong winds.
Is it possible to install solar panels on a metal roof?
The short answer: yes, it’s entirely possible to install solar panels on a metal roof! In fact, in comparison to a standard shingle roof, we’d highly recommend it.
There are multiple reasons why a metal roof is a better choice for solar panels. Because a metal roof is designed to last much longer than a shingle roof, your solar panels will be safely mounted and reliably providing energy for decades to come.
Metal roofs are also constructed in a way that easily lends itself to solar panel installation. In fact, it’s likely that panels can clamp directly onto the existing construction of the roof without requiring holes or any major adjustments. A less invasive installation greatly reduces the risk of future roof problems!
Ready to get started?
If reduced energy costs, environmentally friendly materials, and a long lifespan sound great to you, it might be time to look into a metal roof for your home. The experts here at Metal Roof Pros are here to answer any questions you might have– just drop us a line or give us a call today!