We all know the housing market isn’t the strongest its ever been. With that said, it’s important to know what buyers want. Especially if you ever want to sell your home and get a respectable price for it.  A new study recently released by NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) shows that buyers are after energy efficiency.  The top most wanted features involve saving energy:  94% of home buyers want energy-star rated appliances, 91% want an energy-star rating for the whole home, 89% want energy-star rated windows, and 88% want ceiling fans. Also, on the outside, if the home has siding, it better be high quality energy efficient, vinyl siding.

Roofing is another area of the home that can make or break the deal. If you have asphalt shingles, buyers know they are probably going to have to replace them sooner than later. In fact, asphalt only lasts a measly 10-15 years before a new roof is need. Local realtors say metal roofing is definitely picking up steam not just for commercial buildings but for residential as well. Buyers know that metal roofing can withstand high winds and will likely last a lifetime. It is also practically maintenance-free. The practical advantages of metal is that it makes your home safer in harsh weather and can significantly cut down on your energy bills.

Advantages to Metal Roofing:

*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

Here at Erie Construction of Evansville, Indiana we are a trusted leader in the industry because we offer the highest quality product at fair and honest prices. If you are tired of messing with your old, asphalt roof we would love to come out and show you why energy efficient metal is quickly becoming the new “go to” material in roofing.

When it comes to roofing, there is nothing more obnoxious than your roof becoming more and more faded. As far as asphalt roofing goes, it really takes no time before color fade starts to set in. Another annoying thing about asphalt is its shelf life. I mean 10-15 years? That’s it, before you need to start thinking about replacing your roof? These are all reason s why many are ditching asphalt once and for all.  Metal roofs are fast becoming the “go to” material. A big reason why is that it’s incredibly durable.

It has been proven time after time, storm after storm, that metal performs better than any other roofing product. Metal roofs have a very high wind rating which makes them a great choice for durability.  Another benefit is that you will never have to worry about your roof fading ever again! The paint finish is a ceramic based paint in which the color of the roof is baked on in a furnace.

If that’s not enough to convince you. Think about this. According to an article published by the Metal Roofing Association,  the appraised value of a home will increase by $1.35 per sq. ft. when it has a metal roof. Not only does it add value to your home, metal roofs actually saves you money – on roofing maintenance costs and on your energy bills. Regular asphalt shingle roofing systems need re-roofing (plus interim maintenance and shingle replacement) anywhere from 5 to 15 years. Metal means you will likely never re-roof again, or have to worry about damage, leaks or missing shingles. For saving money, metal is second to none. In fact, having one on your home can actually lower your heating and air conditioning bills year round. In the summer, metal’s scientifically tested reflective coatings keep your home cooler with less energy. In the winter its insulating properties keep heat in, saving you energy and money. Erie Construction of Evansville, Indiana is a trusted leader in the industry and would love to show you why many are making the switch and reaping the rewards.

We all know when you own a home you need to stay on top of things and fix them before the problem either gets worse or something else breaks. It’s just part of home ownership. Some problems are small but unfortunately, some are bigger and more costly. One of the biggest areas that seems to keep homeowners on their toes is residential roofing. Asphalt is a very popular option for many homeowners but they are not durable. The biggest problem with them is that they do not hold up in stormy conditions and on average only last 10-15 years. It’s never good news to find out you have a problem roof that needs to be replaced.

If you are looking for a more durable and energy efficient solution for your home then you need to consider a metal roof. Erie Construction of Evansville, Indiana is a trusted leader in the industry because we offer the highest quality product at a fair and honest price.

So why is a metal roof becoming so popular? For starters, it is the strongest product available which is why it’s the new go to material for not only commercial properties but residential as well. They  can last 50 or even 100 years if properly installed and proper maintenance is carried out. According to National Association of Home Builders other types of roofs such as asphalt can last anywhere from 10-15 years, under the same conditions. So when do you want to replace your roof after 10-15 years, or after 50 plus? I know my answer. Plus, a metal roof is great for the environment  and extremely energy efficient. Even better, home builders say you will see a reduction on your energy bills in a short amount of time.

It’s no big surprise that more and more homeowners are getting sick and tired of dealing with roofing problems every time it storms. Traditional asphalt roofs are losing their steam because homeowners are growing frustrated with their short shelf life of 10-15 years. So what’s a homeowners to do if they are fed up with asphalt? While businesses have tapped into the world of metal for years, more and more homeowners are now looking at metal roofing for their homes.

Residential metal roofing is one of the fastest growing home improvement projects  more than quadrupling its market share over the past decade. The benefits offered by today’s metal roofs allow homeowners to upgrade their homes with a durable long lasting, value added roofing system.   While other roofs quickly diminish in value as they age, metal provides 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

If you are like the thousands of homeowners who thinks metal makes sense, we here at Erie Construction of Evansville, Indiana would love to come out and give you a free estimate and show you why our roof is the last one you’ll ever need!

If you are sick and tired of asphalt roofing problems, you are not alone. Asphalt is a popular option because it’s inexpensive and it’s readily available. The downsides is that it is not durable to say the least. With that said, a typical life span for an asphalt roof is about 10-15 years! That’s not a very long time before you will need to shop around for a new roof.

If you’ve driven around lately, you’ve probably noticed that metal roofs have truly come full circle during the past century. The reason so many are falling in love with this material is that it is so durable. When it comes to wind and weather resistance, metal roofing stands alone, meeting the toughest wind, fire, and impact codes in the country. Your metal roof will probably even outlast you because most last 3 to 4 times longer than an asphalt shingle roof.

Another great benefit of metal roofing is that there is a genuine concern in helping to maintain and improve the environment for future generations. Metal is one of the most energy efficient roofing systems available and tests have shown that it can save you up to 40% on cooling costs.

In addition, metal is not asphalt based like shingles, which means its production doesn’t continue to fuel our country’s biggest addiction… oil. Erie Construction of Evansville, Indiana is a trusted leader in the industry and would love to show you why metal just makes sense for so many different reasons!