One of the biggest reasons to choose metal roofing is that it is low maintenance. Most people do not spend much time worrying about their roofing after buying it and the initial installation. However, other types of materials such as cedar, fiberglass or asphalt shingles have an expected life of about fifteen years. They wear over time and leakage and damage are the result. With standing seam metal roofing, you can expect your roof to last, virtually maintenance free, for at least fifty years, making it a truly worry free choice. Keep that in mind when you compare the initial cost. It's also a lovely architectural elements. Steel looks nice on its own, but it can be painted with colors of your choice to match your home's styling. …show more content…
Unlike many roofing materials, it isn't ideal for any particular climate. Rather the advantages are felt whatever weather extremes are in your area. From a warm area like Dallas or Atlanta all the way to a cooler climate such as Chicago or Philadelphia, metal roofing shines. It can deflect a large amount of solar energy as well, keeping the prices you pay for heating and cooling much lower than with other