When you find yourself searching “roofers near me” and” roofing companies near me”, the process of determining not only which roofing companies near you to speak with, but also which type of roofing material will best accentuate the architectural style of your house, can be a bigger project than anticipated!

First off, when looking for reputable local roofing companies, it’s useful to go by both word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, as well as online reviews. Once you have a starter list of highly recommended roofing companies near you, next you’ll want to check that each of them is certified, qualified, and has at least 10 years in the industry. We advise gathering a few quotes and recommendations from each roofer, before you decide which roofer you’re most confident in hiring.

When considering materials to go with for a new roof, there are a number of options. You’ll definitely want to consider benefits and drawbacks of certain materials, as well as costs, and of course, which material will best accentuate the architecture of your home.

This is a major investment for homeowners, so we want to educate the public about the benefits of metal roofing, a material that has really been growing in popularity of late. This may be due to the aesthetic strength of metal roofing, as it can really help to modernize the exterior of an older home, or otherwise compliment a new build. Let’s look at the features of installing new metal roofing:

  1. Metal roofs can be installed over existing shingle roofs. As long as your local building codes allow it (have your contractor or roofer check on this before starting work!) you can have new metal roofing installed, without having to spend on removing old shingles! This provides some savings and convenience from the get-go, if you’re looking to simplify the job. Note: We typically only advise layering metal over shingles in situations where vents are incorporated into the roof design and in areas where humidity is not a factor, to prevent mold.
  2. Metal roofing can be more economical. According to State Farm Insurance statistics, you can expect your metal roofing to last anywhere from 40 to 70 years, which is a high in the roofing industry. Most metal roofing suppliers provide warranties for up to 30 years – similar to asphalt shingles. But in some cases, your metal roofing may actually outlive its warranty! That spells savings on maintenance costs.
  3. Metal roofing is more energy efficient. Studies indicate that metal roofs effectively reflect solar radiant heat, which can translate to your cooling costs being lowered by 10 to 25 percent. In southern and coastal states, this can really make an impact on utility costs!
  4. Metal roofing is the green option. Though your metal roof will last a very long time, when it’s finally time to replace it, you’ll be happy to know that metal roofing materials are accepted at metal recycling outlets. By comparison, your old asphalt shingles are destined to take up space in your local landfill.
  5. Metal roofing is resistant to fire, rot and insect damage. Some of the most commonly named threats to roof durability, are no threat to metal roofing! Metal roofs being impervious to fire damage is just one reason why the material is exploding in popularity. Insects such as termites are likewise unable to damage your metal roof, and rot and mildew stand no chance. All in all, metal roofs offer better durability when compared to traditional asphalt shingles. And that means fewer repair costs absorbed by homeowners.

Each home has its own distinct style, and some of our customers still love the look of traditional shingles. Whether you’re planning to install metal roofing, traditional shingles, Mediterranean tiles, etc., we always recommend that you rely on a professional roof installation by a reputable roofer.

If you’re not sure which roofing material is best for your home or your needs, we encourage you to contact us, we’re always happy to help!