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      How AI and Visualization Tools Are Changing the Way Metal Roof and Wall Systems Are Designed
      January 08, 2026
      Architecture , Education , Metal Roofing , Metal Wall Panels , Best Practices , Marketing for Contractors , Architect Resources , Color

      How AI and Visualization Tools Are Changing the Way Metal Roof and Wall Systems Are Designed

      Metal roof and wall systems have always offered flexibility—profiles, finishes, colors, and configurations that allow architects and…
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      What to Expect When You Order From McElroy Metal
      December 23, 2025
      Company , Metal Roofing , Onsite Rollforming , Commercial , Best Practices , Accessories , Contractor Corner , Metal Buildings

      What to Expect When You Order From McElroy Metal

      Switching or adding a metal supplier isn't something contractors take lightly. You've lived through it all—late trucks, damaged panels,…
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      A to Zee’s: Choose The Correct Substructure Component For Your Project
      December 18, 2025
      Metal Roofing , Standing Seam Systems , Substructural Components , Commercial , Best Practices , Installation , Metal Buildings

      A to Zee’s: Choose The Correct Substructure Component For Your Project

      Metal roofing systems deliver exceptional 50-60 year lifespans, energy efficiency, and weather resistance, yet their performance depends…
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      Medallion-Lok: A Modern, Architectural Standing Seam System Built for Beauty and Performance
      December 11, 2025
      Metal Roofing , Standing Seam Systems , Concealed Fastener Panels , Commercial , Residential , Installation , Medallion-Lok , Substrates and Coatings , Architect Resources , Sustainability , Color , Product Feature

      Medallion-Lok: A Modern, Architectural Standing Seam System Built for Beauty and Performance

      Designed primarily for commercial projects, but widely used on larger, design-forward homes, Medallion-Lok offers crisp, narrow seams,…
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      Mega-Rib: Strength, Style, and Proven Performance
      December 04, 2025
      Metal Roofing , Metal Wall Panels , Recover and Retrofit , Exposed Fastener Panels , Commercial , Mega-Rib , Residential , Installation , Substrates and Coatings , Agricultural , Metal Buildings , Product Feature

      Mega-Rib: Strength, Style, and Proven Performance

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      The 5 Most Common Metal Roofing Installation Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
      November 20, 2025
      Metal Roofing , Standing Seam Systems , Commercial , Residential , Best Practices , Installation , Maxima , 138T and 238T , MasterLok , Medallion I/II

      The 5 Most Common Metal Roofing Installation Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

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      Quick Guide to Metal Warehouse Roofing
      November 13, 2025
      Metal Roofing , Recover and Retrofit , Standing Seam Systems , Commercial , 138T and 238T , MasterLok , Low Slope to Steep Slope , Substrates and Coatings , Trap Tee , Metal Buildings

      Quick Guide to Metal Warehouse Roofing

      Choosing the best metal roof for a warehouse depends on several factors—from the size and slope of the building to what’s stored inside and…
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      How to Talk to Homeowners About Paint Warranties—Without Overselling
      November 06, 2025
      Education , Metal Roofing , FAQ , Residential , Substrates and Coatings , Color

      How to Talk to Homeowners About Paint Warranties—Without Overselling

      If you've installed metal roofing for any length of time, you've likely taken a call like this:
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      How to Install Metal Roofing Over Existing Metal Roofs
      October 23, 2025
      Metal Roofing , Recover and Retrofit , Exposed Fastener Panels , Standing Seam Systems , Commercial , Best Practices , Installation , 238T Metal Over Metal

      How to Install Metal Roofing Over Existing Metal Roofs

      While metal roofs can offer a remarkable 60-year service life, they can still require replacement. In some cases, the roof has performed…
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