A quality roof replacement not only protects your home from the elements—it also contributes to energy efficiency and increases your home’s resale value. If this important replacement is on your home improvement to-do list, you have a number of materials to select from, including shingle, slate, tile, wood, and metal roofing options. Here, the roofing contractors at A & J Quality Roofing in New Hartford, CT, outline the pros and cons of metal roofs in particular.

Metal Roofing Pros & Cons: What You Need To Know

Pros

• Durability: Metal roofing systems can last upwards of 50 years with the right maintenance. Shingle roofs, in comparison, last 20 to 25 years. Metal creates a solid barrier against the elements due to interlocking panels and withstands wind gusts of up to 140 miles an hour.

• Energy Efficiency: One of the most energy-efficient options, metal roofing systems reflect solar heat to reduce utility costs and create a more comfortable residence. Many systems feature dead air space between the panels and roof deck for additional efficiency.

• Safety: These systems are impervious to lightning strikes, wildfires, and household fires. They are also noncombustible, assuming the panels are not installed over wood shingles.

Cons

• Installation Cost: Upfront costs for metal roofs are higher than shingle and wood materials. However, you recoup installation costs over time thanks to the material’s longevity and low maintenance needs.

• Noise Level & Dents: Rain and hail storms beating down on metal roofs can create serious noise unless they feature sound-deadening insulation. Hail and other debris may also dent the metal, depending on the type you use. Stainless steel, for example, enjoys greater dent resistance than copper and aluminum.

Metal roofing systems are also prone to weather-induced expansions and contractions without the right fasteners; however, they come in a wide range of styles and are easily recycled at the end of their lifespan.  Discuss whether a metal roof is right for your home with the friendly, knowledgeable team at A & J Quality Roofing today. The company has provided the New Hartford area with honest, reliable service since 1956. Call (860) 836-9427 or visit the website for additional information.