At Pittsburgh Metal Roofing Co., we're the area's foremost authority on metal roofing. We have extensive knowledge and experience in our industry, and no team in the business is more dedicated to your satisfaction. If you're having a new home or business built or planning to upgrade your existing roof, feel free to contact us for an estimate. Protecting your business or home and everything inside it is essential. At Pittsburgh Metal Roofing Co., we understand how important your roofing is to this process. Call us or contact us using the form on our website to schedule a consultation. From there, we'll help you enjoy all the benefits metal roofing and an expert installation company can bring you.
You’ll find no shortage of reasons to choose metal roofing. It offers several benefits over the other materials on the market. Though having a metal roof installed costs roughly twice as much as asphalt shingles, its many advantages far outweigh the upfront expense.
You’ll find no shortage of reasons to choose metal roofing. It offers several benefits over the other materials on the market. Though having a metal roof installed costs roughly twice as much as asphalt shingles, its many advantages far outweigh the upfront expense.
You’ll find no shortage of reasons to choose metal roofing. It offers several benefits over the other materials on the market. Though having a metal roof installed costs roughly twice as much as asphalt shingles, its many advantages far outweigh the upfront expense.
At Pittsburgh Metal Roofing Co., we know what it takes to ensure your roof lives up to your expectations.
Metal is one of the most durable roofing materials available. It doesn’t corrode, decay, or buckle the way asphalt and wood shingles can. Some grades of metal roofing can withstand wind gusts of up to 140 miles per hour. They’re also capable of holding up to impacts from hail, falling tree limbs, and other hazards. They can handle heavy snow without bending as well.
Asphalt shingles last around 20 years or so depending on weather conditions and how well the shingles are maintained. High-quality wood shingles and shakes can last as long as 40 years under the right circumstances. In comparison, metal roofing lasts 50 years or more. Copper and zinc can last well over 100 years, but they’re more expensive than other types of metal. Once you have a metal roof installed, you’re not likely to need to replace it for as long as you own the property.
On the outside, metal reflects heat from the sun to help keep your home or business cooler. On the inside, it reflects heat or cool air back inside rather than allowing it to escape. When you combine these factors, you can expect to save as much as 40 percent on summer cooling costs and 15 percent or more on heating during the winter months.
Because of the various protective coatings used on metal roofs, they can resist mold, mildew, and moss growth much more readily than other materials. They also hold up against determined pests that can tear away other types of roofing.
Metal roofing is environmentally friendly from more than one perspective. Its longevity and durability mean fewer resources are used for replacements. It saves energy by being more efficient than other materials. At the same time, this type of roofing is usually made of at least 30 percent recycled material. Some varieties are composed completely of recycled metals. They’re all recyclable once they finally need to be replaced.
Wood, slate, clay, asphalt shingles, and other options require ongoing maintenance whereas metal holds its own.