Research Articles

10 Metal Roofing Questions Answered

October 27, 2023 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Consumer Education,Homeowner Tips,Research

Crunchy leaves, and cooler temperatures can slow things down in the fall season and give us time to think about nestling down our homes for the winter.   No matter where you live, fall is a great time to re-roof. As you think about protecting your home for the winter, you might have questions about… read more

Breathe Easier: Improve your Air Quality

September 5, 2023 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Consumer Education,Homeowner Tips,Newsletter Articles,Research

In July, hazy gray skies and thick smog plagued US cities as wildfires spewed smoke from Canada. At one point, New York had the worst air quality in the world, with an orange sky looming over millions of residents.  Throughout, medical professionals advised us to skip outdoor exercise and limit our exposure to smog. Even… read more

Your House and Fire Safety: Simple Tips for Success

June 26, 2023 | Filed under: Consumer Education,Newsletter Articles,Research

We’ve all heard in the news of an uptick in natural disasters, with earthquakes around the world and wildfires ravaging the West and other dry regions here in the US. While all Classic metal roofs are fire-resistant, we want to touch on several steps you can take to prepare for emergencies.  First, preparation doesn’t have… read more

The Metal Roof for Stormy Weather

April 25, 2023 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Consumer Education,Financial Impact of Metal Roofing,Research

Installing a metal roof is one of the best ways to protect your home. With heavy rains, high winds, damaging hail, and unpredictable snowfall, investing in a superior roofing solution will pay dividends. But why choose metal?  What does metal bring to the table that common asphalt roofing does not? If you live in an… read more

In the wake of disaster: a call for better housing

October 28, 2022 | Filed under: Consumer Education,Newsletter Articles,Research,Wind Resistance

Hurricane Ian ravaged Florida and the Southern U.S. on September 28, 2022. Many lost their lives, and thousands who were displaced returned to devastated homes and communities. Thankfully, we’ve seen people step up and provide humanitarian aid. Now, we need to band together and prepare for future disasters.  Ian caused billions of dollars of property… read more

Why choose an aluminum roof?

September 28, 2022 | Filed under: Buying a New Roof,Newsletter Articles,Research

If you’ve ever considered a metal roof for your home, the two options were probably a steel roof or an aluminum one. Maybe you thought steel would be more durable, or perhaps you were worried about rust, so you picked aluminum. Whatever your situation, here’s a brief history of aluminum roofing and why you should… read more