Pro And Cons Of Steel Roofs

While they are not nearly as costly as wood shakes high end tile or slate metal roofs do have a higher up front cost compared to most asphalt shingles.

Pro and cons of steel roofs.

Metal roofs will not rot split crack dry out chip warp leak unlike all other common roofing materials. Metal roofs can be noisy especially during a heavy rain or hailstorm. Metal is not susceptible to termite or rodent infestation. Today s metal roofs are a far cry from the corrugated tin barns of the bucolic past indeed now you can choose from tin zinc aluminum copper or galvanized steel.

Professionally coating a metal roof costs 1 2 per square foot. Disadvantages of metal roofing. Well metal roofs are proven to last two to three times longer than asphalt with 50 to 60 years lifespan for high end metal roofs such as field locked standing seam and aluminum shingles. A full paint job or repainting is a significant endeavor and painting a metal roof costs between 1 100 and 3 700.

However a metal roof does offer a longer lifespan. If your home is located along the coast and exposed to salt spray you may want to rule out galvanized steel it could corrode in such conditions. In addition dark tones of metal roofing quickly warm in the snow encouraging snow melt. When unpainted or uncoated it is vulnerable to rust and corrosion.

Steel roofs do have a downside though. Maximum shedding of rain and snow. Aluminum is typically more expensive than steel but also comes with more resistance. A steel roof will not be susceptible to rot decay discoloration mold growth or termite infestation.

While the life of a metal roof is much longer investing in a metal roof only makes sense if you plan to stay in your home long enough to enjoy the cost benefits. Metal roofing is practically impervious to rain and snow because of the way the panels interlock and because the surfaces are hard and slippery. Fema recommends metal roofs in areas that are prone to natural disasters such as hurricanes floods earthquakes etc. Metal roofs can be as much as two or three times more expensive than other roofing materials.

A metal roof can withstand the elements for far longer than an asphalt roof. Metal roofs are stylish. And metal won t corrode crack or catch sparks and ignite into flames from a lightning strike. The superior durability of steel will free you from expensive and time consuming maintenance and repair issues that are a necessary part of owning most other types of roofing systems.