Having quality roofing materials installed helps protect your home during a storm, and it can help reduce the amount of required repairs. Big Dawg Roofing offers residential roofing services. Here is more information about how metal roofing works in extreme weather conditions:
Resists Winds and Hail
Metal roofing works through an interlocking system that acts as a shield. With standing steam systems, the panels utilize vertical seams that lock together. Metal roofs resist lift from higher winds during a thunderstorm or snowstorm, and they can even withstand hurricane-level winds. This helps prevent pieces of the roof from coming off and exposing the underlayment to potential storm damage.
Roofs can include flashing, which is a waterproof material installed at different joints, helping rainfall to fall off the roof. Utilizing durable metal panels helps reduce the amount of flashing damage and promotes seal protection. A professional roofing company installs roofs according to local building codes; we evaluate wind-uplift ratings and panel gauge to help promote roof performance.
Dents caused by hail can damage coatings, leading to rust. The strength of the metal panels offers impact resistance; this allows them to deflect hailstones. Thicker panels are able to offer more durability, and heavy-gage metal helps resist denting. Deeper divots in metal panels work to prevent bending. Choosing reinforced profiles for metal roof panels helps them keep their shape in extreme weather conditions. This helps prevent breakage that results in requiring emergency roof repairs.
Offers UV Protection
Depending on the system, metal roofing can offer additional protection against heat. Some panels have a coating that helps with performance and offers UV resistance. Metal also reflects solar radiant heat. This helps with energy conservation in the home, keeping the attic and home cooler. They also help retain heat in the winter; when combined with sufficient insulation, metal roofs allow your house to stay at a comfortable temperature. Our metal roofs are energy-efficient and eco-friendly, as they are often made with recycled materials.
Other specialized coatings offer waterproofing and corrosion protection; the roof can resist rust after a rainstorm. Sealing the seams helps block moisture from accessing the wooden structure. Metal is also resistant to issues such as rot, moss, mildew, or algae. This protects the seamless appearance of the roof and allows it to remain low-maintenance. By following the minimum maintenance requirements for this material, metal roofing is able to last between 40 and 70 years. Durable roofing material helps protect it against stronger weather conditions. Aluminum, steel, and other alloys are materials that can be used for metal roofs to help reduce cracking. Big Dawg Roofing provides specialized installation techniques for metal roofs.
Withstands Snowfall
The design of the metal roof helps resist damage from snowfall. Snow and ice collection adds pressure to the roof, compressing shingles and weakening fasteners. Snow can also weigh as much as 20 pounds per foot, and exceeding a roof’s weight capacity increases the risk of sagging. With smooth metal roofing, snow and ice slide off the panels naturally, helping prevent larger snow loads. This helps reduce the weight load on the roof and lower the amount of pressure on the structural frame. Reduced stress helps with long-term sagging issues. Snow guards can also be installed; these control how the snow leaves the roof, protecting the property underneath.
Protects Against Freeze-thaw Patterns
Metal roofs are able to withstand freezing temperatures, and the smooth surface of the panels helps stop water and snow from being trapped underneath. Utilizing larger panels during installation reduces the number of seams; these create fewer entry points for water. Freeze-thaw cycles is when the ice thaws during the day and freezes at night. When the ice melts unevenly, water travels to the colder sections of the roof, freezing into ice dams that trap runoff. Reducing ice dams can stop runoff from reaching under the wood decking and causing hidden leaks or constant moisture that rots components. This also protects the attic insulation.
Temperature swings result in frequent expansion and contraction; this may cause cracks to form in the roofing. Utilizing the correct metal roof installation methods and tools, such as appropriate spacing and floating fasteners, helps protect the structural integrity of your roof. The metal is able to shift as needed during expansion and contraction.
Learn About Our Metal Roofing
Metal panels for a roof offer a modern appearance while providing increased durability, offering a longer lifespan while protecting the structure of the home. Big Dawg Roofing offers storm damage repairs for your home, and we provide inspections to find and repair potential roofing issues, such as structural damage. Other services include siding placement, gutter repair and replacement, and window repair. Free quotes for roof replacements are available on our website. To find out more about the metal roofing services that we provide, we invite you to call us or complete our online form today.