Is Metal Roofing Right for Your Home?

Although metal roofing costs more than other roofing types, a properly installed metal roof can save you money in the long run. It can lower your homeowner's insurance, and metal withstands the elements better than organic roofing materials. 


Additionally, residential metal roofing provides any roof style or color to perfectly complement your home. Aluminum can even be shaped to look like slate, tile, shingle, or shake. Although metal roofing costs more than other roofing types, a properly installed metal roof can save you money in the long run. Aluminum roofing is attractive, durable, and long-lasting.


Advantages of Metal Roofing


Compared to traditional roofing, there are plenty of benefits for homeowners who choose metal roofing.


Lifespan: Generally speaking, traditional asphalt shingle roofing has a lifespan of 12-20 years. Metal roofing can last 40-70 years, depending on the material and quality of installation.


Resilience: When installed by qualified roofing contractors, metal roofing can hold up against winds up to 140 mph and require very little maintenance.


Safety: Metal roofing is much more resistant to heat, meaning it won't spark or ignite in the event of a house fire or lightning strike.


Efficiency: Metal roofing can reduce energy costs by 10-25% and can contain up to 95% recycled material. It's also 100% recyclable when it's time for a replacement.

When Is Metal Roofing the Wrong Choice?


Despite the several advantages of metal roofs, some factors may not make it the best choice. Although metal roofing costs less to maintain over its lifetime, the materials and installation are more expensive than traditional roofing. 


Metal roofs can also be noisy during heavy rain or hail – a problem that's easily resolved with more attic insulation, which incidentally also increases the overall cost of installation.


Don't Forget a Roof Inspection


It's important to inspect your roof annually with a professional so that any damage can be identified and resolved before becoming a bigger problem. You can document damage when it occurs to compare the condition of the roof and any new damage present.


If you live in an area subject to hail, you will want to know how to detect hail damage so that you can claim it with your insurance company.  After a hail or wind storm, it's important to have a roof inspection done as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

Once the interior and exterior inspections are complete, you will then receive a repair estimate. The roofing specialist will prepare the estimate based on how much damage there is to your roof, the cost of replacement materials, and labor.


 You will then have the option to accept the estimate or not. Once the estimate is accepted, we can start working with your insurance and replace your roof.


Work With Us



Residential metal roofing from CD Strong provides any roof style or color to perfectly complement your home. We can shape aluminum to look like slate, tile, shingle, or shake. A roof from us is an investment that will guard your home from the lasting effects of the Midwest weather. 


As a trusted residential roofing contractor, we build your home's roof with the highest-quality materials. We are dedicated to giving you a roof that gives your home optimal protection for years. Contact us today to learn more!

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