It’s no secret that metal roofs are definitely gaining in popularity.

Summertime is extremely busy for those in the metal roof industry. Why, you ask? First of all because high temperatures and intense sun are especially damaging to roofing materials. So, more and more homeowners are looking for more durable, lasting, and energy efficient options.

A traditional, asphalt roof has a hard time in extreme heat. It has to endure triple digit temps and great amounts of sunlight. Heat and sun cause most roofing materials to break down rapidly. They dry out, crack, curl, and disintegrate. As this happens, their lives are shortened and they become more susceptible to leaks and wind damage. But metal doesn’t do that. It is virtually heat and sun resistant.

Another major problem of a traditional roof is that many roofing materials dry out in the hot sun. They lose their fire resistance and can pose a great fire risk to homes and their contents. This is not the case with metal. Metal roofs create a lasting barrier against airborne sparks, providing ultimate home protection. These are just a few of the reasons both business owners and homeowners are making the investment and choosing metal over asphalt.