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Roofing | metal roofing | Accessories

By: Lauren Risotto
January 24th, 2022

Consumers have a larger focus on environmental sustainability more than ever before. It's being forecasted that solar installations will increase by 40% between 2023 and 2027 because of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Between energy savings and a federal solar tax credit, there are extra incentives for homeowners to go solar if they haven’t already. Before you can do that, you have to think of the logistics of how the solar panels will affect your roof

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By: Lauren Risotto
November 3rd, 2021

Homes or buildings with a steep slope roof have the opportunity to design a roofing system that is the showpiece of their property since it’s on full display. A low slope roof, on the other hand, does not have that same opportunity as the roof has low visibility, or even none, when looking at it from street level. However, that doesn’t mean the type of roof you choose for a low slope isn’t important.

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Roofing | Color Options | metal roofing

By: Lauren Risotto
October 20th, 2021

Farmhouses have become one of the most popular architectural styles of today. There are several features that have become synonymous with farmhouse architecture: white paint, simple landscaping, a wraparound porch, and of course, a metal roof.

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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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Metal Deck | Panel Profiles | metal roofing

By: Lauren Risotto
June 30th, 2021

There are many different types of metal panels to choose from when you’re looking for a durable, quality material for your roofing or siding. Two of your options, R Panel, and AG Panel, are so similar that they sometimes are confused for one another.

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By: Lauren Risotto
May 26th, 2021

If you’ve recently gotten a quote for metal panels, we’re sure you noticed it was more than usual. This is because the price of steel is at an all time high and continues to climb. However, we’re sure you’ve also noticed that the cost of the material is not the only part of the quote that has increased. Freight charges have gone up significantly in 2021.

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metal roofing suppliers | metal roofing

By: Lauren Risotto
May 12th, 2021

The process of buying a metal roof is more involved than ordering something off Amazon or going to the store. While big retailers like Lowes or Home Depot do sell metal panels, their selection in stock is often very limited in color, gauge, quantity and panel type.