Shop
      Contact Us

      Metal Roofing Contractors Blog

      Subscribe to the McElroy Metal Roofing Contractors Blog for information on installing, selling, and servicing metal roofing and siding.
      Subscribe
      The Metal Roofing and Siding Blog
      House
      Choosing Metal Roof Panels for Commercial vs Industrial Buildings Choosing Metal Roof Panels for Commercial vs Industrial Buildings
      June 23, 2026
      Metal Roofing , Exposed Fastener Panels , Standing Seam Systems , Substructural Components , Commercial , Mega-Rib , Best Practices , Installation , Maxima , 138T and 238T , Max-Rib , Insulated Metal Panels (IMP) , MasterLok , Low Slope to Steep Slope , Wind/Hail , EasyFrame Metal Buildings , Weathertightness Warranties , RidgeLine

      Choosing Metal Roof Panels for Commercial vs Industrial Buildings

      Specifying metal roofing panels for commercial or industrial buildings comes down to four working criteria: wind and hail exposure,…
      Read More
      House
      How Many Squares Per Day Should a Metal Roofing Crew Install? How Many Squares Per Day Should a Metal Roofing Crew Install?
      June 18, 2026
      Metal Roofing , Recover and Retrofit , Standing Seam Systems , FAQ , Commercial , Best Practices , Installation , 138T and 238T , MasterLok , Cost

      How Many Squares Per Day Should a Metal Roofing Crew Install?

      Estimating labor for a metal roofing project often starts with the same challenge: determining how much work a crew can realistically…
      Read More
      House
      How to Retrofit a Flat Roof with Metal How to Retrofit a Flat Roof with Metal
      June 04, 2026
      Metal Roofing , Recover and Retrofit , Standing Seam Systems , Onsite Rollforming , Commercial , Best Practices , Installation , 138T and 238T

      How to Retrofit a Flat Roof with Metal

      Metal is known for its durability, weather resistance, low maintenance costs, improved energy efficiency, longevity, and ease of…
      Read More
      House
      What Should Contractors Verify Before Submitting a Metal Roofing Bid? What Should Contractors Verify Before Submitting a Metal Roofing Bid?
      May 28, 2026
      Education , Metal Roofing , Recover and Retrofit , Standing Seam Systems , Substructural Components , Onsite Rollforming , Post Frame , Commercial , Residential , Best Practices , Installation , 138T and 238T , Accessories , Cost , Contractor Corner

      What Should Contractors Verify Before Submitting a Metal Roofing Bid?

      Most cost overruns on metal roofing projects don't start on the roof. They start at the estimating desk, weeks before the first panel is…
      Read More
      House
      Multi-Cor: A Corrugated Metal Panel for Roof and Wall Applications Multi-Cor: A Corrugated Metal Panel for Roof and Wall Applications
      May 21, 2026
      Education , Metal Roofing , Metal Wall Panels , Exposed Fastener Panels , Commercial , Residential , Best Practices , Installation , Multi-Cor , Agricultural , Metal Buildings , Product Feature

      Multi-Cor: A Corrugated Metal Panel for Roof and Wall Applications

      Corrugated metal panels have remained a popular choice for decades because they combine durability, simplicity, and a recognizable…
      Read More
      House
      Red Fox Lake House: Where Regional Character Meets Modern Design Red Fox Lake House: Where Regional Character Meets Modern Design
      May 07, 2026
      Architecture , Metal Roofing , Metal Wall Panels , Exposed Fastener Panels , Residential , Case Study , Multi-Cor , Agricultural

      Red Fox Lake House: Where Regional Character Meets Modern Design

      The Red Fox Lake House is a residential project located in Greers Ferry, Arkansas, featuring a three-bedroom, two-bath home, a pole barn,…
      Read More
      House
      Where Crews Lose Time on Metal Roofing Jobs and How to Fix It Where Crews Lose Time on Metal Roofing Jobs and How to Fix It
      April 30, 2026
      Metal Roofing , Best Practices

      Where Crews Lose Time on Metal Roofing Jobs and How to Fix It

      On metal roofing jobs, time loss rarely comes from one obvious issue.
      Read More
      House
      What Causes Callbacks on Metal Roof Jobs - and How to Avoid Them What Causes Callbacks on Metal Roof Jobs - and How to Avoid Them
      April 23, 2026
      Metal Roofing , Exposed Fastener Panels , Standing Seam Systems , Commercial , Residential , Best Practices , Installation , Accessories

      What Causes Callbacks on Metal Roof Jobs - and How to Avoid Them

      Callbacks don't just interrupt your schedule. They cut into labor, delay new work, and create friction with customers that can be difficult…
      Read More
      House
      Medallion I vs. Medallion II: Choosing the Right Standing Seam Panel for Your Project Medallion I vs. Medallion II: Choosing the Right Standing Seam Panel for Your Project
      April 16, 2026
      Metal Roofing , Standing Seam Systems , Commercial , Residential , Medallion I/II , Product Feature

      Medallion I vs. Medallion II: Choosing the Right Standing Seam Panel for Your Project

      When two systems use the same panel, it's easy to assume the choice doesn't matter.
      Read More
      arrow_back arrow_forwards close
      lightboximage lightboximage