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If you live in a wintery climate like snow country, your metal roof is going to need a snow retention system. There are a variety of snow retention systems on the market to choose from. If you’re wondering which type of snow guards choose for your metal roof, you’re in the right place.

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

What’s underneath your roof is just as important as the metal roofing material itself. When it comes to radiant barrier, it’s a small part of a metal roofing system that can help keep your home cooler while keeping your energy costs down.

When a metal roof is properly installed, it will last a lifetime (generally 40-60 years). However, that can all change if a step is skipped or the wrong product is used during the installation process.

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.

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.

When you’re looking for a beautiful, long lasting rusted finish, look no further than Corten steel, otherwise known as A606 or weathering steel. This corrosion resistant material is available in everything from roofing to landscape edging, and comes in every accessory you need for a successful construction project.

When ordering metal roofing panels from a manufacturer, your sales representative is going to ask what specific features you want for your panels. Some of the things you’ll be asked to specify are the panel profile, gauge, and color you want your panels to be. However, there is another customization you can make when choosing standing seam panels: clip relief.