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5 Benefits of a Standing Seam Metal Roof for Your Home

The roof of your home protects it from extreme weather, harsh sun, downpours, and more. In order to pick the right roofing materials for your home, you must consider your needs, location and budget.

Metal roofs are a popular option for roofing as they are easy to install and offer a range of benefits over other types of roofing materials. 

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5 benefits of a standing seam metal roof 

Sustainable

Metal roofs are a sustainable option for your home as they are typically made up of recycled material, or are recyclable, or both. Materials for metal roofs are nearly 50% lighter as compared to asphalt shingle roofs. As a result, they are easier and faster to transport, reducing your carbon footprint. 

Energy efficient

Energy efficient roofing is great for the environment while lowering costs. Metal roofs have a coating that reflects solar rays away from your home to keep your house cool. As metal roofs go over your existing roofing your home gains additional insulation. Saving your household money on energy bills in the long term.

Solar panels can be added onto metal roofs to make your house more sustainable and significantly reduce utility bills. If additional insulation is installed, metal roofs further reduce heat loss during the winter, keeping the house warmer. 

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Durable

Metal roofs will last for a very long time, with an approximate lifespan of 50 years. This is twice the lifespan of many other types of roofing materials. The metal seams do not lift easily as they are interlocked tightly in place, forming a solid roof. 

These roofs are strong enough to withstand strong winds and extreme temperatures. Metal roofs can easily withstand sudden downpours, including snow and hail. They are resistant to common issues like insects and mildew because they do not rot, crack, or warp, leaving no gaps. Another bonus is that they are fire-resistant!

Low maintenance

Metal roofs require limited maintenance. Unlike most other common types of roofs, including shingle roofs that often require frequent repairs after a few years of installation. The limited maintenance improves the durability, increasing your return on investment from installing these roofs. They are ideal for commercial buildings and residential buildings. 

Great looks

Metal roofs are made up of different materials, such as steel, aluminum, copper, or other metals. Regardless of the metal, these roofs are available in a variety of colors and finishes to suit the homeowner’s needs. Metal roofs portray a seamless roof over your house to add to the aesthetic appeal. 

California-based Sustainable Living Builders provides energy-efficient roofing and tailored solutions for residential and commercial customers. It offers a free quote for projects of all scales. The reliable Santa Rosa builder offers high-quality standing seam metal roofs installation in the regions of Sonoma, Marin, and Napa County, California.  

HAPPY NEW ROOF!

At Sustainable Living Builders, Inc. we want to celebrate your next step into the future and help you cross off installing a new roofing system from your resolutions list with a brand-new Tesla Solar Roof. Not only are we certified Tesla installers, but we’re also an environmentally conscious company that wants to contribute to a greener future by providing more sustainable lifestyle options for all of our clients. Let us help you start your new year shining! 

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