What type of metal roof is the best?

Metal roofing is an investment worth looking into. There are many advantages metal roofing brings to homeowners. It’s low maintenance, durable, and long-lasting. There are more metal roof options than most homeowners realize, so it can be difficult to understand what’s right for you.

At Mammoth Roofing & Solar, we have become experts in the roofing world. We’ve installed and helped homeowners maintain their metal roofing for years. Below we’ll wake through all you need to know about the two types of metal roofing and the benefits they could bring you.

Two Types of Metal Roofing

Standing seam

A standing seam has a defining seam that extends vertically from a panel’s flat surface.
The seam offers extra support and rigidity to the structure. The support features of this roof make it a suitable option for residential use. This is an excellent option because of its thermal expansion capabilities. These panels are installed with enough flex to expand and contract freely.

Benefits of a standing seam system
  • After installation, the painted finish on a standing system offers greater protection against standard wear and tear on your roof. This finish can elongate the lifespan of your roofing material.
  • The lifespan of a standing seam system is 50 years. This is 30 years longer than your standard asphalt shingles.
  • This system is low maintenance. You won’t have to worry much about maintenance. Routine cleaning for aesthetic purposes is typically all that’s required.

Screw-down panel

Screw-down metal roofing, or “exposed fastener” and “through-fastened” roofing, is a corrugated metal roof that utilizes many exposed screws to hold the roof in place.

Benefits of a screw-down panel
  • It is one of the most cost-saving roofing options on the market. The straightforward installation process requires no excess materials or steps to increase costs.
  • The roofing material is simply fastened into the frame, making the installation time low.
  • This type of roofing can easily be installed in other parts of your property, such as carports and sheds.

What do we recommend?

You can’t go wrong with either option, but a standing seam system may be your best option. This system’s low maintenance and durability offset the initial cost of installation. Its expansion qualities make it great for homes because you’ll use your heater often, providing extra leak protection. This system also makes your home more energy efficient if a ridge vent is utilized.

Speaking about energy efficiency, solar panel installation would make a great addition to your roof if you live in an area with good sun exposure and want to harness the power of renewable energy.

Still need help deciding what’s right for you?

Give our roofing experts at Mammoth Roofing & Solar a call. We can walk you through the significant components of these roofing systems to give you a better idea of what’s right for you. If you’re ready to get a metal roof installation, now is the time to do it! Talk with our contractors about how you can start the process today!

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