Newsletter Articles
Let’s Celebrate Rustic Shingle Like It’s 1959
July 14, 2019 | By Todd Miller
You may remember the year 1959, or perhaps you’ve been influenced by some of what went on that year: Hawaii became a state, we were introduced to the first astronauts, Barbie™, and COBOL. It would be 4 years before we would learn to use a push-button telephone, 5 years before the Beatles came to America,… read more
Save the Environment and Your Wallet with Energy Efficiency
June 25, 2019 | By Debra Friend
Many homeowners choose metal roofs because they learn that these roofs can save the environment – and their wallets – through energy efficiency. That’s very true, but not all metal roof installations are the same in terms of energy efficiency. The level of energy efficiency achieved with metal roofing is dependent upon the knowledge of… read more
What You Need to Know about Metal Roofing & Condensation
June 11, 2019 | By Debra Friend
Many homes across the US have recently been damaged or destroyed by heavy and sometimes violent rains and floods. No matter where you live, your home requires protection from and the prevention of condensation. So, what does metal roofing have to do with condensation? Here’s an explanation. A properly installed metal roof, with a properly… read more
2 Critical Things Most Contractors Don’t Know About Metal Roofing: Panel Design and Fire Safety
May 24, 2019 | By Todd Miller
Our May e-newsletter continues our series of 10 Critical Things That Most Contractors Don’t Know About Metal Roofing. All-too-frequently, I hear stories of homeowners who had metal roofs installed but in the end, were upset and frustrated with a roof that did not perform as they expected. When I explore these situations, I often find critical considerations particular to metal roofing that the contractor simply was not aware of.
Metals and Finishes: 2 Critical Things Most Contractors Don’t Know About Metal Roofing
April 29, 2019 | By Jeffrey Friend
Here’s a special post from Todd Miller. I am starting a new series about 10 critical things that roofing contractors often don’t know about metal roofing. In my 35 years of answering questions from homeowners and contractors about metal roofing, these 10 things come up over, and over. Unfortunately, I often hear stories of homeowners… read more
3 Ways to Reduce Summer Energy Costs
March 14, 2019 | By Todd Miller
Our quality metal roofing systems will reduce home summer energy costs by keeping homes naturally cooler in hot weather and reducing summer air conditioning demand. And the time to get ready for heat is before it becomes a problem. Here’s how we can help. 3 Ways a Classic Metal Roofing System Can Reduce Summer Energy… read more