When it comes time to replace your roof, there are a few factors to consider. You want a roof that will stand up to any weather conditions thrown your way, and you also want a roofing company that is professional, dependable, and affordable. At Certified Roofers & General Contractors, Inc., our Valrico-based experts are committed to providing the best roofs in Riverview and the surrounding areas. Our team can help you decide what roof is best for you. With the Florida weather, rain, and hurricanes, we suggest standing seam metal roofing.
Standing Seam Metal Roofing Advantages
Standing seam roofing is made from panels that interlock, making the seams higher than the roof itself. This one-of-a-kind system is durable, customizable, energy-efficient, and long-lasting. Overall, metal is one of the most robust roofing materials available. Standing seam roofs allow for concealed fasteners. Hiding fasteners from the elements prevent deterioration over time. Standing seam metal roofs come in various colors, lengths and widths, thicknesses, and types of seams. These customizations allow a homeowner to create a roof that stands out. The most significant appeal of metal roofs is that they regulate the temperature in your home. Metal reflects sunlight, translating into savings on heating and cooling bills. Finally, with the durability of metal, standing seam roofs can last for one hundred years with the correct maintenance.
Types
There are three main varieties of standing seam roofs. Snap-lock roofing systems snap together, and no mechanical fastener is needed. With one click, they secure in place. Snap-lock roofs are cheaper because there is less labor involved, and they are suitable in any environment. Mechanical lock roofing systems have aligned edges that use a mechanical seamer to secure them in place. A single lock is the most common type of mechanical lock system, but a double lock provides better insulation in colder weather. Finally, batten panel roofing systems have aligning edges secured by a metal cap. The cap used affects how secure the roof is, and the more secure the roof is, the better it would hold up in poor weather.
How Weather Affects Your Roof
Shingled roofs are not as durable as metal roofs. Sun, wind, rain, and moisture can affect the shingles on your house. The heat from the sun can cause traditional roofing materials to crack and break. Storms that cause wind or rain also pose a threat to conventional roofing materials. Rain can seep underneath shingles, leading to rot, damaging your roof and the inside of your home. If your roof is in poor shape, wind can rip the material off. The best ways to prevent costly repairs to your home due to a damaged roof are to make sure that you have your roof inspected frequently, repaired when needed and that your roofing material is the one that is best suited for your weather.
Contact Us
Certified Roofers & General Contractors, Inc. has helped the Valrico area with its roofing concerns since 1981. We pride ourselves on our commitment to providing professional, affordable roofing to Riverview and the surrounding areas. Contact us today and find out how our team can help protect your home with standing seam metal roofing.
