What’s the most popular trend in roofing today? Metal! Metal Roofing products are incredibly tough and durable, and they look beautiful as well! There are a lot of homeowners her are misinformed about the characteristics that a Metal roof systems provides. This week we would like to discuss some of the common myths that homeowners in the Portland Maine and Portsmouth New Hampshire area are curious about.
Myth 1: The Color of the metal fades.
Metal roofing systems carry a lifetime warranty against fading, chipping, chalking and rusting, ensuring their beauty will last.
Myth 2: A metal roof is noiser when it rains.
Modern metal roofs are installed over a layer of roofing felt, plus a thick layer of sheathing (usually plywood), or over an existing asphalt shingle roof. The result is a waterproof, well-insulated roof that’s often quieter than the standard asphalt shingle roof.
Myth 3: The metal will dent during a hail storm.
In most cases, a metal roof can uphold decades of abuse from extreme weather conditions like hail, high winds, and heavy snow. A typical hail storm will not dent your metal roof.
Myth 4: Metal roofs are not attractive.
Metal roofing now comes in dozens of colors to match your brick, stone or siding of your home. We also have a metal product that gives the appearance of your standard asphalt shingles but gives you the same benefits as a metal roof!
Performance Roofing, The last roof you’ll ever need….GUARANTEED! Call us NOW for a FREE estimate! (207) 337-4401
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