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Was your neighborhood recently hit by a bad storm that included severe winds or even hail? You may have roof damage…and chances are you will soon have many roofing contractors knocking on your door. Here is consumer-savvy advice on selecting a contractor to work on your roof. Roof Damage: Local Roofing Professionals vs “Storm Chasers” Chasing wind and hail storms is big business. There is huge electronic infrastructure set up that facilitates contractors being able to locate storms, gauge their magnitude, determine the affected neighborhoods, know the size and value of the homes, work with insurance companies, and even bid the roofs sight unseen if they want to! Please be wary of these “storm chasers”. We encourage the use of local, experienced contractors who are properly licensed and insured to work in your area. You will want to choose a contractor who will still “be there” if problems occur down the road and your roof requires service. Roof Damage: Don’t Fall for These Deceptions “

Choosing a roofing contractor who will do a professional job is critical. The Better Business Bureau and other consumer agencies receive thousands of complaints about roofing contractors each year. Unfortunately, most states have few or no regulations regarding roofing contractors and installers, nor do they have building code requirements pertaining to roofing. This creates a huge “buyer beware” situation when it comes to roofing your home. Even if you do the proper due diligence, you still run the risk of a contractor who does not watch over their installation practices the way that they should. Because the cost of entry into the roofing profession is fairly low, the industry is full of people who are not properly trained and a few people who are downright deceptive. When evaluating roofing contractors, we believe that you need first to understand your roofing needs. So, later in this post, we will tell you how to assess your roofing needs and how to ask those questions. But first, t

A quality installation of a quality metal roof, with wind resistance, could have made a difference during the horrific hurricanes and tropical storms of 2017 which impacted and displaced thousands of people. As a company, we worked with local contractors and agencies to support rebuilding efforts in the affected areas. Read All About Hurricanes and Wind Resistance Storms like these, tragic as they are, teach us about building science and help us to find better ways to make structures stronger and more wind resistant. Despite the pain, we end up learning things that can protect property owners in the future. If you’d like to know more about making your home more storm resistant, we invite you to read this article which details the things that are important to consider when it comes to roofing. Our own Todd Miller, Home Improvement Expert, turns those issues related to wind and damage every which way but loose. Let us know how we can help. Fact is, nothing can ever guarantee a defeat to

Here is  something of considerable substance: the weight of your home’s roof. How much do different roofing materials weigh? How does roof weight affect your home’s energy efficiency, value, and other things? Read on as we address those questions and more. Your Current Roof It’s important to understand your current roof system. Things you must know go beyond just what type of material it is and how old it is to include the following: How many layers of roofing do you have? Keep in mind that, depending on installation, one layer of asphalt shingles can look like two layers at the bottom edge of the roof. What is the “base” at the bottom of your roof? Solid decking such as plywood or OSB? Closely fitted dimensional lumber? Spaced-apart lathe boards? In what kind of condition is that material? The above questions assist in determining how much weight is on your home’s roof now, and also how capable your home is of supporting that weight. Your Home’s Age While the saying goes that “they do

As a part of the building products industry for nearly 40 years, we are seeing a rapid change right now regarding the direction of construction and remodeling in our country. Much of that change is focused on energy and sustainability. The focus on energy is on how to save or create energy in the future. The focus on the sustainability or durability of the materials we use in our homes is driven partly by an environmental focus, but it is also very practical. The lack of available skilled labor in our country is forcing us all to think about materials in our homes that will not have to be replaced every few years. One answer to the skilled labor shortage is to simply use materials that last longer, reducing the demand for skilled labor. In this post, take a look at how the subject of Energy impacts your home roofing decisions. For many years, we at Classic Metal Roofing Systems have said: “If you’re in the residential roofing business, then you must also be in the energy business.” Res

We’re very excited as we enter our most busy time of the year. We typically see more metal roofs being installed in August – October of each year than any other time. This probably has a lot to do with folks working to get projects done before winter. Perhaps you’re on the same journey. Knowing that many of our readers may be choosing a metal roof to have installed yet this year, we want to share the Keys To A Quality Metal Roof. Right now, more than ever, we’re seeing real issues with folks buying sub-standard metal roofs. This leads to nothing but disappointment down the road. But the question is: how can a consumer gauge the quality of the products they are considering? This question is at the forefront as we’re seeing low quality and perhaps even dangerously-produced products being “dumped” into the United States from China and other countries. While tariffs on foreign-produced metals have impacted U.S. manufacturers, fabricated products are coming into the United States tariff-fre

Here’s a special post from Todd Miller. I am starting a new series about 10 critical things that roofing contractors often don’t know about metal roofing. In my 35 years of answering questions from homeowners and contractors about metal roofing, these 10 things come up over, and over. Unfortunately, I often hear stories of homeowners who had metal roofs installed but in the end, were upset and frustrated with a roof that did not perform as they expected. When I dig into these situations, I often find critical considerations particular to metal roofing that the contractor simply was not aware of. This month, I will explain 2 of those 10 critical considerations: Metals and Finishes. If you’re more interested in curb appeal and beauty than the technical issues, I can assure you that what happens with metals and finishes have an impact on both. 2 Critical Things Most Contractors Don’t Know About Metal Roofing   1. Metals There are different grades and types of metals used in metal roofing a

We continue our series of 10 Critical Things That Most Contractors Don’t Know About Metal Roofing. This post is a special message from Todd Miller, Roofing Expert and President of Classic Metal Roofing Systems. ”Which is better? A shingle roof or a metal roof?” It depends… Someone asked the other day, “Which is better – a shingle roof or a metal roof?” I had to answer with, “It really depends on what you want to accomplish.” In some cases, folks are looking for short-term cost-effectiveness, and in other cases, they are seeking longer-term value and benefits. Our free online Roofing Needs Profiler is a great way to determine what sort of roof best meets the needs of you and your home. All-too-frequently, I hear stories of homeowners who had metal roofs installed, but in the end, were upset and frustrated with a roof that did not perform as they expected. When I explore these situations, I often find critical considerations particular to metal roofing that the contractor simply was not

We have been looking in-depth at topics about metal roofing that we often find that even contractors do not fully understand. In this post,  we will talk about metal roofing rust and cut edge protection. For you, as a property owner, that boils down to “How can I ensure that my metal roof won’t rust?” Metal Roofing Rust Of course, the most certain way to ensure rust protection is with a non-ferrous metal such as copper or aluminum that will never rust.  All but one of Classic Metal Roofing Systems product styles are manufactured from aluminum. However, we also manufacture quality products made of steel. Steel roofing can offer specific desirable attributes for some homes, and often at a lower price point. But how do you keep a ferrous metal like steel from rusting? For Steel Roofing Avoiding Rust Comes Down to Two Things: The use of quality base metal with a high degree of zinc in the anti-corrosive coating. For the steel roofing products we supply, our G90 galvanized steel has the mos

 5 Ways to Avoid Worries About Tariffs: A Special Message from Todd Miller As the leader of a 2nd generation “All American Made” USA manufacturer, I have some practical ideas on how consumers can avoid tariff war worries when it comes to buying a roof or other large purchases. I understand ways to avoid lightening your wallet with products impacted by tariffs. Todd’s Top 5 Ways Wise Consumers Can Avoid Worry About Tariffs Buy American-Made. Companies like ours, Classic Metal Roofing Systems, are working hard to avoid the tariffs by making products that incorporate all American raw materials. The purpose of the taxes is to bolster US manufacturing; when you buy American made, you do just that. Buy Discount. Most US manufacturers and distributors have been caught in the crossfire of the tariffs. It never hurts to ask if a discount is available for a pre-tariff product! Buy Smart. Realize that in many cases, US companies are absorbing a part, if not all of the tariffs. Or, overseas suppli

It dawned on this California congregation that a church roof replacement was needed when sunlight started coming through their old one. It had been years since their current roof was replaced, and time had not been kind to it. The old cedar shake was cracking, breaking, and even falling off in some places, leaving room for potential leaks all over the roof;  something newer and safer was quickly becoming necessary. Finding the perfect solution to this project became the task of a trusted contractor, church leaders, and Classic Metal Roofing Systems. Working together, all of the criteria on the must-have list were checked: low weight attractive low maintenance cost energy efficiency durable The members at Faith saw an investment in our quality metal roofing as a way to reduce their operating costs and expand their ministry. They went from being worried about a weather-beaten, wood shake roof worn down by years of the harsh sun to enjoying the beauty, comfort, and energy savings of their

We’re back with answers to questions you search on Google about metal roofing. In our last post, we covered five questions you have. Here we answer six more metal roofing questions that homeowners commonly Google. We love helping homeowners learn about roofing by sharing our knowledge and combined 250+ years of experience in the metal roofing industry. While Google can provide short answers to these questions, here are our brief yet detailed responses. Will metal roofing rust? Aluminum roofing will never rust, but steel roofing can. Aluminum is effective in coastal areas where steel would rust quickly. With steel roofs, rust is most likely to occur on exposed edges and scratches made during fabrication or installation. Bends in the metal that are too tight can also lead to rust. Rust is best prevented using a steel alloy with high zinc content for its corrosion-resistant metallic coating and quality installation, including touching up any scratches. Do metal roofs mess with cell phone