Metal roofs seem to be in vogue today, and many people mistakenly believe that they are a product of the modern era. Metal roofs, however, pre-date the contemporary asphalt shingle roof by a ...

Metal roofs are known for being easy to maintain, exceptionally long lasting and durable. According to the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), regularly cleaning your metal roof not only extends the life of ...

However, installing metal roofing is not a simple DIY project. Be advised that the sheets are heavy and can easily cause serious cuts to skin.

Metal roofing cautions If your budget doesn’t allow for custom shimming, stay away from metal. It needs quite a flat surface for proper installation.

House Works: Making the case for a metal roof Metal roofs are getting more popular. Although they cost about twice as much as shingles people are willing to pay more for the long working life that ...