Western States Metal Roofing

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Lauren Risotto

Lauren is the Content Manager at Western States Metal Roofing and provides insight on content creation and product promotions.

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Metal Panel

By: Lauren Risotto
September 15th, 2021

Picking the right color for your metal roof is exciting, but more considerations should be made during the decision making process besides what the color looks like. Choosing the right paint system for your metal roof is a big contributing factor into how your roof will look long term.

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Metal

By: Lauren Risotto
September 8th, 2021

Metal roofs are growing in popularity year over year as they are becoming more common in neighborhoods throughout America. But an even newer trend has emerged involving metal roof panels: metal as a roof accent.

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underlayment

By: Lauren Risotto
September 1st, 2021

The success of a roofing system depends on quality parts being installed and functioning correctly. By skipping over a step or using lower quality material, you are compromising the roof’s longevity.

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corrugated metal

By: Lauren Risotto
August 25th, 2021

Corrugated metal panels are traditionally used for metal roofing or siding, but did you know there’s much more you can use them for?

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Homeowner | Panel Profiles | Pros and Cons | Metal Gauge | fastener system | Problems | metal roofing

By: Lauren Risotto
August 11th, 2021

Are you ready for or needing a new roof for your home? While replacing a roof is not something homeowners generally look forward to, picking out a new roof is a big decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly.

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Homeowner Education | Metal Siding

By: Lauren Risotto
August 4th, 2021

Vertical vs. Horizontal Metal Siding: The Pros And Cons

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How to | Roofing Contractor Education | Trim and Flashing

By: Lauren Risotto
July 28th, 2021

When installing corrugated siding, you’re likely to need to install trim over a window or doorway. You will do so by using either head trim or jamb trim.

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Metal | Accessories | Metal Panel

By: Lauren Risotto
July 21st, 2021

A metal roof is composed of many different parts, both large and small, that collectively make it a durable, quality roofing system that can last 50 years or longer. Some of the smaller details, like metal fascia, are sometimes overlooked by a homeowner. However, this accessory is crucial to the roof’s functionality and refined appearance.

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Panel Profiles | Metal Soffit

By: Lauren Risotto
July 14th, 2021

Installing a new metal roof that needs that perfect, finishing touch? When you’re looking to achieve the ultimate sleek, modern appearance of a metal roof, you can’t skip over metal soffit panels. It’s the small details, such as soffits, that complete your roofing system for a truly refined looking roof.

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How to | Accessories

By: Lauren Risotto
July 7th, 2021

If you are installing corrugated siding, chances are you’ll need to install trim around a corrugated doorway. To do so, you use either head trim or jamb trim.