7 Benefits Of Standing Seam And Metal Panel Roofing Systems

Standing seam metal and corrugated metal roofs were mostly used in commercial and agricultural buildings. Standing seam metal roofs have gained popularity in the home as well.

In the last post, we discussed metal shakes and slate roofing. In this article, Aditya Profiles' roofing manufacturer experts present two additional metal roofing systems: standing seams and galvanized corrugated roofing sheets. They will present you with 7 benefits of a metal roof you should know.

Standing seams and creases

Standing seams and corrugations are the two most common types of metal roofs. Galvanized steel, Galvalume, and aluminum are the most common materials used and coated for added protection and color. Metal roofs can be more expensive than asphalt shingles, but they last much longer. Metal roofs can last 40-70 years, depending on the material. The life expectancy of traditional asphalt roofing materials is approximately 20 years.

Corrugation

Wrinkles are something you can expect. The sheet metal is pushed into the grooved roller to create a bump that gives it metal strength. Corrugated agricultural panels provide a solid choice for post-frame buildings, including horse barns, equestrian arenas, machine warehouses, roping warehouses, and most other agricultural buildings.

Standing seam

The standing seam roof has a unique vertical pattern with clean lines and hidden fasteners, which many find it more attractive in residential, agricultural, and commercial buildings. You can find it as an architectural accent that covers the entire roof or covers bay windows, dormitories, verandas, and porches.


The main advantages of a metal roof in this style are:

1. Prevent snow, ice, and blizzard

In the northern climate, metal is excellent roofing material. The metal roof is very resistant to snow and ice formation, and the ice does not slide to form an ice dam. It can also withstand strong winds, making it ideal for blizzard climates.

2. Recyclable

For industry owners who want to make their industries more environmentally friendly, a metal roof can be the perfect roof replacement option. Metal roofs not only have a recycled content of 25-95% depending on the material used, but they are also 100% recyclable at the end of their life when used as a roof.

3. Weight and durability

It doesn't look that way, but roofers say that a standing seam metal roof weighs less than asphalt shingle and can provide better protection from snow, wind, ice, and hail. Metal roofing materials do not crack, warp, or rot. That is, it is one of the most durable roofing materials. Metal roofs can last 40-70 years, depending on the material.

4. Fire safety

Metal roofs do not spark or ignite during wildfire or lightning strikes. You can save on insurance costs with a metal roof for your home.

5. Various options

When it comes to color, material, width, and shape, metal roofs can offer a variety of options. You can choose from steel, aluminum, metal, copper, and zinc in a variety of color options.

6. Low maintenance cost

If you have a busy life and don't have a lot of time to maintain your roof system, a metal roof is nothing to worry about. It is one of the least maintenance roofing materials because it is coated with a zinc-aluminum alloy and can withstand corrosion for an almost infinite amount of time.

7. Energy efficient

Another advantage you can get from a metal roof is energy efficiency. Factory-applied highly reflective paints on the roof surface can reflect solar radiation, reducing cooling costs by 10-25%.

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