Metal Roof

[TontoFAC]

In your opinion is the added cost to replace asphalt shingles with metal roof? Just starting the process of gathering information. I am in the Fort Walton Beach area.

 

[maxfold]

Check on water runoff affecting foundation integetry IE porches and add ons . May think gutters with water drains .

 

[DAS HUGH!]

I used to rappel for a living for a local waterproofing company. And I been on many roofs. Too many lol. And when people talk about metal I always recall the first time I went out on a roof on a 15 story condo on the beach during like August and suddenly noticed that one roof in particular didn't try to give me 3rd degree burns when touching it lol. It was actually cool to the touch even in direct sunlight. And I then thought wow I wonder how much that saves in energy bills alone when most roofs are scalding hot during the summer. So anyways long story short. It was a goldish shiny color. And I later realized it was an anodized finish and not painted like most. It was also aluminum. Not sure exactly who makes it. But it exists. I'd deffo ask about that kind if shopping for some

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[Jester896]

isn't it now days like, warrenty wise, the difference in an 80 year asphalt roof and a 90 year metal roof...will you care in 30 years

 

[TontoFAC]

isn't it now days like, warrenty wise, the difference in an 80 year asphalt roof and a 90 year metal roof...will you care in 30 years

Tell me who sells an 80 asphalt shingles.
#1 selling point is the insurance discount for metal.

 

[maxfold]

Going from asphalt to metal ( copper color)
Was 120 on a 95 degree day in attic to the same as outside temp. A small leak with a high wind blowing into peak once in 12 years .

 

[Duckyou]

Yes. A seem less roof if you can afford it. Will last 100 years if done right.

 

[Rebel_Rider1969]

I have a steel roof. If your going to keep the house get it.

 

[Gonzolee10]

I'm a contractor and the answer is hands down yes steel over shingles. As long as its done correctly. There's alot of jack leg roofers out there that will screw your roof up and most homeowners wouldn't know it until it's too late. Shop around and do you're due diligence on your contractors

 

[maxfold]

Yes mine the edge trim was placed too close trim was damp . Softened the trim , add porch check angle of pitch. Not too flat.

 

[Jester896]

some of them have lifetime warranties and cost free material replacement well over 50 years for architectural shingles.
here is Pink's https://www.owenscorning.com/en-us/roofing/warranty

my point really was will you be able to reap the full benefits of even a 50 year roof

 

[stage20]

I am also looking to make this decision.
Call your insurance before you make a decision to see how long they rate the metal roof. Yes. Not the manufacturers warranty, how long will the insurance keep your premium low before they skyrocket it.
I have found that with the new insurance laws, a warranty means nothing.
My policy went up 1400 a year because my 30 year warranty roof is over 10 years old. There isn't a other insurance company that's cheaper and almost all of them will not even write a new policy if your roof is over 10 years old. And if course the insurance people will tell you it's the new laws the government has imlimented......but really they are the ones taking full advantage of the fine print. Makes me boil.

 

[Boardfeet]

1. Insurance companies are thieves.
2. we are General Contractors and Roofing Contractors.
3. Most all Architectural shingles nowadays are Limited Lifetime Warranty.
4. The initial cost of a metal roof is twice the cost of shingles. Three times the cost or more if you go with a standing seam roof.
5. If you replace your shingled roof make sure the contractor uses Ice & Water underlayment. Most insurance companies will give you a discount for this.
6. Use Atlas Pinnacle, or GAF Timberline AH shingles. 15 yr algae resistance and better impact rating than other shingles.

 

[stage20]

1. Insurance companies are thieves.
2. we are General Contractors and Roofing Contractors.
3. Most all Architectural shingles nowadays are Limited Lifetime Warranty.
4. The initial cost of a metal roof is twice the cost of shingles. Three times the cost or more if you go with a standing seam roof.
5. If you replace your shingled roof make sure the contractor uses Ice & Water underlayment. Most insurance companies will give you a discount for this.
6. Use Atlas Pinnacle, or GAF Timberline AH shingles. 15 yr algae resistance and better impact rating than other shingles.

Id like a quote on a shingled roof if you have time in your schedule

 

[Boardfeet]

Id like a quote on a shingled roof if you have time in your schedule

Sending you a PM

 

[War-Buff]

6. Use Atlas Pinnacle, or GAF Timberline AH shingles. 15 yr algae resistance and better impact rating than other shingles.

I had a new roof installed in late 2018. I got Atlas Pinnacle shingles & the secondary water barrier. So-called 'lifetime' warranty. Should last longer than I will, anyway.

 

[5lima30ret]

Not only does a metal roof secured with screws hold up better in hurricanes it also improves the fire rating on your house. When I lived in the Smoky Mountains we had a house with a metal roof that was almost 10 years old. We had a bad ice storm causing a large Poplar branch weighing a couple hundred pounds that came down on the roof. It caused a slight cosmetic dent but zero structural damage. I was visiting there this past Thanksgiving the dent is still there almost 9 years later and still not leaking. (That would have had an entirely different outcome with 30 yr architectural shingles!) IMO, the steel roof is well worth the added cost!

 

[stage20]

My only thing with a metal roof is how long do all those washers on the screws last? Seems like they would dry out and shrink and become leaks

 

[Ron]

If you don't mind your house looking like a barn then I guess a metal roof is okay.

 

[maxfold]

They are holding up fine on mine , after Ivan . Couple of shortcuts made by installers. Good other than that . Who has a happy roof of 15 to 25 years .washers , color faded etc ?