Metal roofs are taking the construction field by storm. New builds and re-roofing projects are turning more and more to metal as opposed to the traditional asphalt shingle go-to. One of the main reasons that people choose metal roofs over asphalt shingles is the fact that metal roofs can increase the resale value of a home by 65%.
In this article, the Ottawa roofing specialists at RenoVaction share their professional insights about how metal roofs bring so much added value to your home. Here are 5 advantages of having a metal roof:
Metal roofs have more colour choices
- Metal roofs come in a much wider range of colours, extending farther into both light and dark shades.
- Colours don’t fade on metal roofs and remain the same for their full 40-70 year lifespan.
- Metal roofing can be painted if you want to change the colour of your roof.
Metal roofs last longer
- Metal roofs last for 40-70 years before they need to be replaced. Asphalt shingles, on the other hand, last only 8-10 years in the Ottawa climate.
- Metal shingles do not fade, rust, or discolour.
- The materials used in metal roofing are extremely durable and lightweight and they stand up to the elements much longer than non metal roofing choices.
- Metal roofs are also more waterproof and fireproof. Insurance companies offer lower home premiums to homeowners with metal roofing because they result in fewer insurance claims due to fires and leaks.
Metal roofs have better insulation
- The hot summer sun is reflected off of metal roofing and keeps your home cooler in the summer with air conditioning savings up to 25%.
- Metal roofs are light enough to be installed over existing roof shingles and add a double layer of insulation for heating and cooling savings year round.
Metal roofs come in more styles
- Metal roofing products come in a vast variety of styles to imitate traditional roofing materials such as wood, cedar shake, slate, and asphalt.
- Metal roofs can be installed in many different ways to give a tiled, shingled, paneled, or ribbed style.
Metal roofs are the greener choice
- Metal roofs are made up of 25% post consumer recycled materials.
- 100% of metal roofs are recyclable after their 40-70 life and do not end up in landfill.
- The carbon footprint of metal roofs is significantly lower due to their lightweight during initial transport and no trips to the dump every 8-10 years like asphalt shingles.
If you are considering a metal roof for your new home construction or for re-roofing over an existing shingle roof, reach out to the roofing experts at RenoVaction. Serving the Ottawa area, we take the time to listen to your needs and work with you to develop the best solution for your home, as well as for your budget.
