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Metal roofing, for homes and businesses alike

Metal isn't a separate trade for us — it's a roofing system we install across both of our divisions, matched to the structure it protects. Start with the path that fits your building.

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Materials & options

Materials & specs, in plain language

The vocabulary you'll hear in a metal roofing conversation — decoded honestly.

  • Gauge (26 vs 29)

    Steel thickness — lower number means thicker. 26 gauge is stiffer and more dent-resistant; 29 gauge is lighter on the budget. We install both and recommend by application.

  • Galvalume vs painted steel

    Galvalume is a bare aluminum-zinc coated steel with a silvery agricultural look; painted panels add a baked-on color finish with long fade resistance.

  • Panel profiles

    Standing seam (concealed fasteners, raised vertical locks), and ribbed exposed-fastener profiles like R-panel — the profile drives cost, look, and maintenance.

Straight comparison

Metal vs. shingle, honestly

We install both systems, so we don't need to win this argument either way — here's the straight comparison.

Metal

  • Higher up-front cost
  • Commonly outlasts two shingle roofs
  • Excellent wind and shed performance
  • Reflects summer heat
  • Standing seam is near-zero maintenance

Architectural shingle

  • Most affordable up front
  • 15–25 year typical life here
  • Strong performance when installed to spec
  • Easiest repairs and color matching
  • The right call for many budgets and timelines

FAQ

Metal roofing questions, answered

Is metal roofing worth the extra cost?
If you'll own the building long enough, usually yes — a metal system commonly outlasts two shingle roofs, and it performs better in the wind events our region takes. If you're likely to sell within a few years, shingles are often the smarter spend. We'll run both numbers with you.
Do you do metal for houses, businesses, or both?
Both — that's the point of this page. Residential metal (standing seam, exposed fastener) has its own hub, and commercial metal (architectural and structural systems) has its own. The links above route you to the right one.
Will a metal roof make my house look industrial?
Not unless you want it to. Standing seam reads as clean and architectural — it's a staple of modern farmhouse and coastal design — and paint systems come in dozens of colors well beyond barn silver.
Does hail ruin metal roofs?
Metal resists hail penetration very well, though severe hail can cosmetically dent panels — thicker 26 gauge resists denting better. Insurers treat cosmetic denting differently by policy, which is worth asking yours about.

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