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Best Practices in Lightning Protection and Metal Roof Construction
The materials used in the construction of a metal roof, specifically steel, are conductive. However, they do not attract lightning strikes…
Is Galvalume®️ As Effective As Aluminum In Coastal Applications?
As one of the most challenging hurricane seasons on record comes to a close, we’re seeing a pattern. With costs and repetitive damage…
What Is the Cost Difference Between Standard Kynar®️ Color, Premium Kynar®️ Color, and Metallics for Metal Roofing and Siding?
The paint used to coat metal roofing and siding panels has three basic components: pigment which creates the color; solvent which helps to…
What You Need To Know About Internal Gutter Systems
There are two main types of gutter systems: external and internal. Aesthetics aside, the major difference between the two styles involves…
Pros and Cons of Metal Roof Insulation Options
Metal roofing offers many advantages. It’s incredibly durable and long-lasting. It’s one of the greenest solutions on the market, and it’s…
What is the Best Underlayment for a Metal Roof?
Underlayment products provide a barrier of weather protection for a building's interior both during and after construction. During…
Metal Roofing Designs
Metal roofs offer minimal maintenance, durability, energy efficiency, and a lifespan that can outpace shingled roofs by 40 to 50 years.…
How Architects Specify Metal Roofing for Commercial Buildings
Metal roofing has been a popular product for commercial buildings for decades. In fact, nationally, about 1/3 of all commercial buildings…
What is Oil Canning of a Metal Roof?
Anyone who invests in a metal roof expects to see the benefits they were promised. Long life, low maintenance, looks great, no color fade.…
What metal panel is best for radius roof systems?
There are many different styles of roofing panels that can be curved for radius applications. So which type of metal roofing system is best…