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Not a bad view from my rooftop office on a Friday afternoon

Hard to view correctly but another beautiful roof and eavestrough completed by Four Corner's Construction

Is it time to replace your roof? Deciding on which roofing product to use can be a difficult choice. With all of the available options in the market, selecting the one that best fits an individual’s needs, requires much consideration and due-diligence. While weighing metal roofing over conventional materials (such as asphalt), it is apparent that metal roofing outweighs traditional roofs; and here’s why. Most importantly, metal roofs are durable and can last multiple generat...ions. This has been proven in the use of metal roofing on agricultural buildings. But today’s metal is not your traditional tin roof. Today’s metal roofs are lighter in weight, which relieves stress on the structure of a home, and are accompanied by warranties of 40 years or more. Not only are metal roofs an investment that protect the integrity of a home over the long-term but it also results in a higher re-sale value and can save a homeowner from financial and mental aggravation in the future. Another important detail is that steel is a non-combustible material and is spark and fire resistant. It endures heavy rain, hail, high winds, earthquakes, and extreme temperatures, and prevents algae/moss/mold. Metal roofs require little to no maintenance, and protect against damage, deterioration, or rot. Thanks to these resistances metal roofing systems provide peace-of-mind. It is also vital to remember that metal roofing is unique in that it is mostly created from, and contains, recycled material, and, unlike other roofing products, is 100% recyclable at the end of its’ service life. Metal roofing is also one of the only roofing products that can keep your existing asphalt shingles out of the local landfills. Metal roofs are strapped over the existing shingles. Alternatively, because it naturally reflects light, it is also more energy-efficient than other materials, It can help keep a building cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter which; depending on your climate, can help to reduce energy costs by up to 40%. If you are concerned about the difficult decision to change or alter the outside appearance of your home you should consider that today’s metal roofs can be made to look like other roofing system products, or customized to desired specifications/colours with out the drawbacks of premature deterioration. What is true however, is that you can expect to pay more for metal roofing over traditional shingles, but the durability and long life-cycle, coupled with its light weight, minimal maintenance, recyclable, efficiency, environmentally friendly and attractive profiles, are all reasons why metal roofs should be chosen over other products. With that said, if you are looking for a new roof, or your existing roof is in need of replacement, and you would like to learn more about the benefits of a metal roof by Four Corner's Construction don't hesitate to contact us at 705-632-9584 for a quote.