Just like when you’re shopping around for a new roof for your home, choosing the right roof for your business requires some knowledge and research. After all, you want the most bang for your buck– which means making the most durable and cost-effective choice you can find.
Metal roofing is growing in popularity for residential homes, but it’s most typically associated with commercial buildings for a good reason. Simply put, metal roofing offers some great benefits that other roofing materials just can’t match.
What makes metal roofs a great choice for commercial buildings?
Running a business means making every effort to maintain maximum profitability. Metal roofing can help you reach this goal because of its ability to withstand virtually all weather conditions, including high winds, heavy rains, and even hail.
This durability makes for a very long lifespan– in other words, metal roofs require much less maintenance over the years, and ultimately last for a much longer amount of time, than traditional shingle roofs.
Are metal roofs good for the environment?
One of the best qualities that metal roofs offer to customers is their energy efficiency.
Metal is reflective, which means that it reflects sunlight (and heat!) away from the building.
If heat is being reflected away from the building, less energy will be required to keep that building cool during the summer months– which is definitely friendly to the environment!
Not only that, but metal roofs are excellent insulation, so they keep building heat in during the cooler months, too.
Are metal roofs expensive?
One of the reasons why some people might be reluctant to make the investment in a metal roof for their commercial building is the initial, upfront cost of installation.
Metal roofs do have a higher upfront cost than traditional shingle roofs. However, this cost is offset by their long lifespan and the minimal maintenance that they require.
For comparison’s sake, a shingle roof typically lasts about 15-30 years. A metal roof that’s installed correctly, and well-maintained when necessary, can last decades– reportedly, there are copper roofs that have lasted up to 100 years.
Do metal roofs look good?
When you picture a metal roof, you might imagine something that’s a little too modern or “commercial” for your tastes. This might not be a problem if you’re on the hunt for a roof for your commercial building, but you should know that there are plenty of aesthetic options for metal roofs that are virtually indistinguishable from traditional shingle roofs.
For example, stone-coated steel roofs mimic the appearance of traditional asphalt shingles while allowing a building owner to reap all the benefits that a metal roof can offer.
Will a metal roof protect my commercial building?
In addition to their environmental friendliness and energy efficiency, metal roofs do a great job at keeping your building safe. In fact, some insurance companies give business owners a break on their monthly premium if they have a metal roof– because metal roofs protect your business from extreme weather, like high winds and hail, in addition to providing superior protection from fire.
Metal roofing is an excellent choice for your commercial building because it protects your business– allowing you to remain profitable and giving you a little extra peace of mind, knowing that your energy bills will be lower and your commercial building will be protected.
If you’re ready to get started with your metal roof today, just give us a call– and don’t forget to ask about our excellent financing options!