What is a metal roof?
Metal roofs are a durable option for homeowners seeking a reliable roof to protect their home, family, and belongings. These roofs are almost entirely composed of metal sheets and plating that form a strong, virtually maintenance-free barrier to the outside world. Commonly, we see metal roofs for businesses, but this style is becoming increasingly more popular for residential homes as well (HOA approval is often necessary). However, metal roofs also have a lot of misconceptions, as most people generally think of shingle or tile roofing as their only options.
Here at Stay Dry Roofing, we offer metal roofs in Tampa, FL and the surrounding areas for residential homes. This option can give you an attractive, strong, and reliable roof that you won’t have to worry about for years. Below, we’ve outlined some of the facts and myths people should know before choosing a metal roof.
1. MYTH: metal roofs are too expensive
One of the first things we hear from homeowners when considering a metal roof is that they think it is too expensive. In the long run, this is simply not true. While a metal roof may be more costly up front, they often save homeowners over the years in maintenance, repairs, and future replacement. For the most part, a metal roof can last you upwards of 60 years! That is three times longer than most basic shingle roofs, meaning you won’t have to worry about replacing the roof for a lifetime!
2. FACT: metal roofs are eco-friendly
While other roofing solutions lead to a lot of landfill space being taken up when the roof is being replaced, a metal roof is one of the most eco-friendly solutions you can choose! This is because the majority of the metal is recyclable. Additionally, most of the metal used to make the roof is already recycled material! Nearly 95% of aluminum roofing is purely recycled material So if you are looking for an eco-friendly home, choosing a metal roof is a great idea!
3. MYTH: metal roofs are ugly
Most people imagine solid steel colored plates covering their house, full of rust stains when they are trying to imagine what a metal roof might look like. However, this could not be further from the truth! These roofing solutions are some of the most attractive and customizable options for homeowners. You actually will have an option on a wide range of colors and styles for your new roof, including reds, greens, blues, or more natural roofing colors. While vertical panels are a popular option, there is also the ability to have metal shingles as well for a more natural look. A roof like this can stand out around the neighbors and drastically help resale value!
4. FACT: metal roofs provide superior protection
When it comes to protecting your home and family, nothing beats metal! These roofing systems provide the peace of mind for you and your family to know that they will be safe and your belongings secure, even in extreme weather. Here in Tampa, FL, it can get hot, wet, and windy. None of these weather conditions will impact a metal roof though! Even big hurricanes won’t be able to blow the metal off and broken branches won’t make more than a dent in the roof! If you are looking for protection, this is one of the best options you can choose!
5. MYTH: the metal on the roof gets too hot
We are so used to the metal on our cars or appliances getting really hot when sitting out in the sun, so it makes sense that the roof will get hot too, right? Wrong! In fact, the metal on the roof has a cool reflective surface that reflects solar heat back. Want to hear more great news? A metal roof can actually help you save up to 25% on your cooling bill! This is huge for us in Florida! Not only that, but because you HVAC is being used less frequently, you’ll have fewer bills there too.
6. FACT: Stay Dry Roofing provides some of the leading metal roof solutions in Tampa, FL
This fact may be a little self-serving, but it’s true. We have been serving the Tampa Bay area for over 30 years as a family owned and operated business and have been placing metal roofs for years. If you want to discuss a new metal roof for your existing home or new construction, we offer honest estimates and can help you better understand your needs and wants. If you are looking for a metal roof, we encourage you to give us a call today!
