Metal roofs offer many advantages to homeowners. Durability and low maintenance make a metal roof an attractive option for 2023. There are a variety of metal roofs to choose from, each offering its pros and cons.
Here’s a 2023 metal roofing cost guide to help you decide on the best metal roof for your home.
Aluminum Roofing
Aluminum is a lightweight roofing material. You may think this would affect its durability, but it’s a long-lasting roof. Aluminum roofing has the highest strength-to-weight ratio out of all metal roofs. This means that you get the same strength without having to use heavy roofing materials. Being lightweight means that your roof won’t put any added stress on your home structure. An experienced roofer will advise you on your structure’s integrity before a roof installation.
Aluminum roofing offers easy maintenance and a long lifespan. This is because it doesn’t rust. This is a great benefit when living close to the coast of South Florida. It’s also available in an array of colors and finishes. Keep in mind that Aluminum is more prone to denting in severe weather conditions. Aluminum has a higher cost than other roofing materials. It comes in at around 35% more than steel roofing.
Steel Roofing
Steel (galvalume) is the most common metal roofing material. It’s been used on commercial buildings for years and is gaining popularity for residential uses. Metal roofing requires little maintenance and is durable. It also boasts a Class A fire rating, which makes it an excellent option for areas prone to wildfires. Metal roofing is the most cost-effective of all metal roofing options. It comes in at around 35% less than aluminum and one-third of the price of copper or zinc.
Copper Roofing
Copper roofing is known for its striking appearance. It changes color over time to a green or brown roofing patina. This varies according to what the roof is exposed to. The patina helps to protect the roof from corrosion. Copper roofing comes with several advantages. These characteristics include.
- Corrosion resistant
- Easy to install
- Very long lifespan
- Attractive aesthetic
The downside of copper roofing panels is that It’s the costliest of all metal roofing types. Therefore, copper roofing is often used for small accents on a roof. This enables copper roofing to be affordable when used in smaller quantities. The cost of a standing seam roof in copper is between $15 to $25 installed.
Zinc Roofing
Like copper, zinc roofing gives a beautiful appearance that will patina over time. Zinc roofs are lifetime roofs, lasting up to 100 years. You’ll never need to worry about a roof again. Be aware that zinc roofs are susceptible to chalking. This tends to happen when water runs off the roof. These streaks created can be undesirable for some. Zinc roofing also has limited availability as it’s imported from Europe.
The decider for you may be their price. Zinc roofs aren’t cheap and sit around the same price as copper. Zinc scarcity means that you may pay more for shipping
Metal Roofing Installation In South Florida
ABC Roofing Corp. supplies and installs quality metal roofs throughout South Florida. They offer a wide range of roof replacements and repairs for residential and commercial buildings. As a member of the Roofing Contractors Association of South Florida, ABC Roofing is fully accredited.
Thinking about a new metal roof? Or any roof, for that matter? Give ABC Roofing Corp. a call at 954 -344-4622.
