Classic Metal Roofs, LLC264 Gleasondale Road

Stow, MA 01775(978) 562-7770

http://classicmetalroofs.com/

Classic Metal Roofs LLC“The Best Roofs Under the Sun”

Classic Metal Roofs, LLC264 Gleasondale Road

Stow, MA 01775(978) 562-7770

http://classicmetalroofs.com/

Metal Roofing Benefits Metal roofing can be an attractive, energy-efficient alternative to traditional roofing.

The peace of mind metal roofs bring stems from: Lasting Durability Fire Safety High Wind Resistance Energy Efficiency

Metal roofs typically increase the value of a home in several ways:

Long life Simple maintenance Distinctive beauty

Classic Metal Roofs, LLC264 Gleasondale Road

Stow, MA 01775(978) 562-7770

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Metal Roofing Materials Galvanized Steel, which is probably what comes to mind most readily when most homeowners think about roofs, is quite popular.

Galvalume Steel is base carbon/iron steel coated with an alloy of aluminum and zinc.

Aluminum is also in widespread use.

Copper and Zinc are expensive, but highly attractive alternatives.

Special metals include Terne and TCS (combinations of multiple metals)

In rare cases, even Titanium can even be used to construct a metal roof.

The primary differences between all of these metals is appearance, susceptibility to corrosion and staining, malleability, and cost.

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Stow, MA 01775(978) 562-7770

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Metal roofing can be chosen in a variety of "profiles", or form factors.

Sheet Roofing (available in a wide variety of forms)

Standing Seam (with long parallel vertical channels running from peak to eave) are the more traditional, highly recognizable ones.

Newer form factors mimicking the look of more traditional wood and asphalt shake and shingle roofs have become quite popular.

Metal roofing materials can even replicate the look of traditional tile or slate materials.

Metal Roof Appearance

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Types of Metal Roofing Products

Architectural products are generally thinner, and are installed on roof decking, which they pass their weight loads to. They serve two functions:

Accentuating Architectural Elements of the Building

Shedding Water Efficiently.

Structural roofing products actually support weight loads directly, passing them through to the building's structural elements.

Structural metal roofing is typically used for commercial buildings, warehouses, and the like, and is only rarely used in residential applications.

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Energy Efficiency of Metal Roofs Metal roofs can be superior to other roof types from an energy efficiency standpoint and are often considered a more “green” option. Reflecting more sunlight reduces the surface temperature of the roof and decreases the amount of heat that is transferred into the building

Reduces requirements for cooling, particularly in summer months.

Reflective pigments can also enhance reflectivity. Technology was first developed by the military to

improve camouflage in the infrared ranges.

Can reflect a much larger percentage of sunlight, even when it is formulated as darker colors.

Commercial availability is a relatively recent development.

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Stow, MA 01775(978) 562-7770

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Installation over Existing Roofing Materials Metal roofs can be installed over existing roofing materials, because of their relatively low weight.

This can usually be done for older composition shingles, or even wood shingles or shakes.

Issues to consider include: Weight

Building Codes

Structural Integrity of the Building.

One advantage of installing a metal roof over existing roofing is that the existing roofing acts a sort of additional insulative layer for the building, making it more energy efficient.

Classic Metal Roofs, LLC264 Gleasondale Road

Stow, MA 01775(978) 562-7770

http://classicmetalroofs.com/

Reliable and Experienced Roofing Company Classic Metal Roofs LLC has been providing roofing solutions to residences

and businesses in New England for over 30 years.

We have extensive and unparalleled information about Metal Roofing available on our website - including detailed articles and numerous technical notes, on topics ranging from ice dams to different types of alloys available.

For our free “Insider’s Guide to Metal Roofing”, visit us at: http://classicmetalroofs.com/