Metal roofing Q&A
Does metal roofing cost more
than asphalt roofing?
Yes,
but you won’t have to replace it for decades and repair costs should be minimal,
so you eventually get your money back if you’re planning to own your current
home for a long time. Even if you aren’t, a metal roof will boost the resale
value of your home. A metal roof can save money in other ways as well. It reflects
a lot of heat, which will lower your AC bills. Also, it doesn’t catch fire. So
in some states, a metal roof can cut homeowners’ insurance premiums by up to 35
percent.
How much does it cost?
That
depends on the metal and type of roofing. The least expensive metals for
roofing are steel and aluminum. Galvanized steel can withstand wind and hail
better, but aluminum is lighter and more rust-resistant. Copper is the most
durable, but also (along with zinc) the most expensive. Ask your contractor for
a price list.
How much does it weigh?
It
usually weighs about 50 to 150 pounds per 100 square feet.
Can it look like something
else?
With
the right coating, it can look like asphalt, wood or slate. Sometimes this even
strengthens it — stone-coated metal can stand up to an impact from a 2.5-inch
hailstone or 120-mph winds.
Get metal roofing from
Charlotte’s best contractors
Advanced Roofing and Exteriors are Charlotte’s
best roofing contractors, and they offer a 30 to 50 year warranty on their
metal roofs. If you want a metal roof for a building in Charlotte or Concord,
NC, call today.
