Would Metal Roofing Work for You?

Metal roofing has become a popular choice for more than just industrial applications. Today many residential and commercial builders are also considering the benefits that a metal roof can provide. If you are looking at building a home, a storage shed, a warehouse, or a commercial office, here are some of the reasons to look at building a metal roof with steel from Wasatch Steel.

Style and Beauty
If you don’t think of the word “beauty” when you think of metal roofing, then perhaps you haven’t seen the latest advancements in the industry. Many builders today use a wide variety of different materials in several colors and style that can make even a metal roof stand out and look amazing. Steel offers particularly great benefits because it is lightweight and can be installed on just about any roof—residential, commercial, or industrial—plus it can be painted to match any style that you prefer.

Energy Efficiency
Another benefit that metal roofing provides homeowners and business owners is improved energy efficiency. Lower utility bills for heating and cooling means increased profits for your company or more money in your pocket at home. Steel roofing can reflect heat away from your building, particularly when it’s painted in light colors, which keeps the building cooler in the summer and reduces your air conditioning costs. In the winter it can also prevent too much heat from escaping through the roof, which reduces heating bills. In addition when your HVAC systems don’t need to work as hard to keep the building cool in the summer and warm in the winter, they will last longer and save you money by not replacing those appliances as often.

Safety and Environmental Impact
Steel roofing from a place like Wasatch Steel can also improve the safety of your building. Metal roofing is fire-resistant, which makes it a particularly great choice for homeowners, commercial businesses, and even industrial warehouses. Since steel can be endlessly recycled without losing any of its strength or durability, it also reduces pollution and landfill waste, benefiting the environment. This lightweight material can be shipped from Wasatch Steel to your home or business without burning excess fossil fuels as well, making it an earth-friendly choice.

Proven Performance
Finally, like many things built out of steel, metal roofing will last for several decades to come. In fact, steel roofing is designed to last for 50 to 100 years with proper maintenance and upkeep, which mean you won’t need to replace your residential or commercial roofing ever again in most cases. It is resistant to rust and weather, heavy snowfall, rain, hail, and other things that Mother Nature might bring.

When you examine all the benefits that metal roofing can provide, it makes sense to visit the steel supermarket at Wasatch Steel to find out if they have the metal roofing material you need for your next building project.

Different Types of Metal Roofing

You already know that steel is used in just about every aspect of our lives, from the roads and bridges we drive on to the small appliances in our home, but did you also know it makes a great material for roofing? Metal roofing is one of the fastest growing materials that builders are using—and before you think that steel for roofing projects is only used on industrial buildings, here is some information about why it has become such a popular option, and all the different types of metal roofing that can be used on commercial, residential, and industrial properties.

If you’re thinking about building a metal roof, the steel supermarket at Wasatch Steel is a great place to start. You can find a variety of different types of metal roofing for all the projects you are working on.

The Benefits of Metal Roofing
One of the biggest reasons that people choose a metal roof is the value over time. Traditional roofing materials, such as asphalt shingle or wood are generally built to last about 20 to 30 years, and may require refinishing (or reproofing) every 10 years or so. A metal roof can last anywhere from 50 to 100 years, which is a long time for your home or business.

A metal roof can also be beneficial from a cost standpoint. While it may actually cost more to get the roof initially, it is going to last longer and you won’t have to spend as much over the life of the roof for upkeep, maintenance, and replacement. A metal roof is also good for your monthly utility bills, because it can help boost energy efficiency, keeping warm or cool air in and reflecting the sun’s heat off the roof instead of into the attic. When you purchase supplies from Wasatch Steel, you may even be able to find excess prime steel that will lower costs even more.

Finally, because a metal roof is safer (since it is fire-resistant and does not burn like wood), you can even save some money on your homeowner’s insurance, and avoid costly repairs from fire or other natural disaster.

Types of Metal Roofing
You can find several different options of metal roof today for all different looks and feels, including some metal roofing that can be designed to look like more traditional asphalt, tile, or wood roofing. There are vertical panels, with ribbing from the ridge to the eaves, modular press-formed panels that are interlocking with several shapes and options, water-shedding systems, and granular coated panels. All are fastened with sturdy fasteners that are hidden, and many of the systems offer interlocking panels that allow you to get maximum coverage without any risk of leaks or other similar problems.

When it comes to your home or business, or even another building like an industrial warehouse, farmhouse, and more, metal roofing can provide some of the best protection from the elements while also giving you a great return on investment since it is designed to last so long. Find out what metal roofing is available at the steel supermarket at Wasatch Steel.