If the idea of replacing your traditional asphalt roof every 15 years doesn’t sit well with you, you’re not alone! Many homeowners are sick and tired of asphalt and are investing in a metal roof. After all, it’s energy efficient, durable and will outlast any asphalt roof on the market!
Metal roofing is a solid, attractive roofing solution available in multiple colors, textures, and profiles and can save your household up to 40% of its annual energy costs. Upgrading to a metal roof, means less money out of your wallet, less dependence on energy resources and less general air pollution in your neighborhood and across the nation. Metal roofing is great for the environment because it can be installed directly onto an existing asphalt roof, reducing landfill waste as well as decades of environmentally-sound, maintenance-free strength and beauty.
It’s not difficult to understand why metal is fast becoming popular for not only commercial but residential use as well. It’s durable, fire retardant and almost maintenance-free. Another benefit is that metal reflects heat and blocks its transfer into the attic. Research shows that metal absorbed 34 percent less heat than asphalt shingles. What homeowner wouldn’t want to drastically save on their energy bills? This is a great feature in both the scorching hot summer months as well as the cold winter months.
Erie Construction of Evansville, Indiana is a trusted leader in the industry. We would love to come out and give you a free estimate. Industry insiders predict that in twenty years all newer homes will have a metal roof. Let us come out and show you why metal is now the “go to” material when it comes to residential roofing.
Chances are, your roof is probably the last thing on your mind. With all the daily hustle and bustle, it’s easy to lose sight of the most important exterior essentials that safeguard your entire interior space. Most asphalt roof systems are designed to protect your home for 15 years, but the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) recommends you inspect your roof regularly two times a year during the spring and fall.
Here are some expert inspection tips and suggestions on what to do to keep your roof in better shape.
- Homebuyer’s beware. Inspecting a roof before your closing date is vital. Getting a professional roof inspection before that home is officially yours will save you a lot of time and costly repairs.
- Trim troublesome trees. When admiring your home and surrounding landscape, it’s important not to overlook overhanging branches that can scratch and gouge your roof materials. To prevent damaging or puncturing your shingles, trim back and remove any branches getting close to your roof.
- Gutter cleaning. Remove leaves and other debris. In addition to bothersome branches, leaves and other elements can clog your gutter system and cause water to backup into the attic, living areas or behind the fascia boards. To ensure your drainage system is flowing, it’s recommended that you clean your roof at least twice per year and be on the lookout for sagging gutters or damaged drain components.
- Ensure the roof is built to breathe. Improper ventilation, heat and moisture can cause sheathing and rafting to rot and buckle and insulation to lose effectiveness, causing you roofing system to be ineffective.
If all of these roofing issues is overwhelming to you, a metal roof is a great alternative to traditional asphalt. It lasts 50+ years and is the strongest, low maintenance roof available. Erie Construction of Evansville, Indiana is a trusted leader in the industry and can show you why metal roofing is fast becoming the most popular roofing option available.
We all know we are still in a depressed real estate market. It’s a buyers market. Great time to buy a house but not a great time to sell a house. My realtor friend, Debbie tells me that buyers are spoiled nowadays. They want to essentially move their toothbrush in and call it a day. That means your home better be in tip top shape. If not, buyers will move on to the next house and not think anything of it. Ok, so now let’s talk about deal breakers. Debbie says there are three big ones. Foundation issues, roofing issues, and outdated bathrooms are the “big three” that she sees most. A bad kitchen isn’t a good thing either. The most common though, is a bad roof. Not a good thing to have when desperate to sell your home.
When it comes to residential roofing, most roofs are replaced, or at least repaired, every ten years. If that number doesn’t sit well with you, you should consider a roofing material other than asphalt. Most asphalt shingle roofs have a lifespan of 15 to 20 years but slate, aluminum, steel, and clay roofs all have life spans of 50-plus years, some lasting up to 200! Because of this, many homeowners are making the move to metal roofing. Realtors say, buyers know metal roofing will last a longer time and are attracted to homes with these types of roofs. Put it this way, if you have a problem roof, you will not get asking price for your house. If you do get an offer, (you may not) expect one that is at least twenty thousand dollars under your asking price!
Metal roofing is fast becoming popular for not only commercial but residential as well. It’s durable, fire retardant and almost maintenance-free. Metal roofing is also very energy efficient because it reflects heat and blocks its transfer into the attic. Research shows that metal absorbed 34 percent less heat than asphalt shingles, and homeowners switching to metal reported saving up to 20 percent on their energy bills. This is a great feature in both the scorching hot summer months as well as the cold winter months. Erie Construction of Evansville, Indiana is a trusted leader in the industry and would love to come out and give you a free estimate. We will show you why metal is picking up steam as the “go to” product in the roofing industry.
Let’s face it, roofs are pretty boring, and most of the time they just sit and do nothing. You probably don’t notice them. Unless of course you have a problem. A leak. Traditional asphalt roofs have a shelf life of typically 10-15 years. After that, you will either need to replace it or have some extensive repair work done. Most experts will advise that you just replace the whole thing after so many years have gone by because repairs will really only act like a band aid and temporarily fix the problem.
If the idea of having to replace your roof after just 10-15 years makes you cringe, you should consider a metal roof. While asphalt roofs quickly diminish in value as they age, metal roofs provide the following lasting benefits:
- Proven performance expectation of 50+ years
- Beautiful styles to match any home or neighborhood
- Interlocking panels for maximum wind resistance
- Fire resistance
- Energy efficiency by keeping homes cooler
- Low weight to help preserve structural integrity and life
Erie Construction of Evansville, Indiana is a trusted leader in the industry. We would love to spend an hour with you and show you why many are ditching asphalt and investing in a metal roof. The toughest, most durable material in roofing today.