In recent times, many people choose a tin roof instead of asphalt shingles. The offers more functional and aesthetic advantages over other materials such as durability and practical design choice. The roofs are found in many materials and styles, and they can take many years with minimal maintenance. Read on to find out some of the advantages of using metal Calgary roofing for homes.

The most popular material used for metal roofs, steel, plus it is also among the most cost-effective. Aluminum roofs are expensive, but can also become the most sustainable in some applications. Many people will opt for copper even though it is the most expensive because it provides vivid colors and good visual appeal. To shed as sheds and barns, it is best to use tin roof. This material will be the most affordable and least durable component to create this type of roofing.

Metal roof panel can be used in the construction of low and steep slope. The embossed or smooth panels can be installed with an interlocking device engineering to create a design for a standing seam metal roof. Some metal roofs are formed into tiles, shingles or shakes to imitate the look of clay or wood roofing. 

Addition to the advantages, there are some drawbacks to having this type of roof. Steel can corrode or rust, and cannot be used near salt water or other wet areas. Copper will interact with oxygen to form a green colored coating called patina, even if this is a plus for many people. Aluminum is a relatively soft metal and tends to dent easily. Although some people may like this effect, others believe that there is a disadvantage. The steel roofing Calgary will require repainting after a few years to maintain its appearance.

Written by:

Hubbard Roofing & Exteriors Inc.
775 Lake Bonivista Drive Southeast
Calgary, AB, T2J 7C9
(403)995-0677



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