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Statistics have shown that the demand for metal roofing has been on the rise among many homeowners. Why are the roofing types so popular? Here are some of the top reasons:
Increasing a Home’s Resale Value
Many homeowners talk about the value of their homes and some of the projects that can increase it. Some of the most common improvements that people make include building a new bathroom, kitchen, or an extra room. When it comes to the roof, you may need to spend a substantial amount of money.
When considering a metal roof, many people wonder whether it can increase the resale value of a property. The roofing offers great returns on investments in several ways. First, it will result in reduced insurance premiums and better energy efficiency.
Secondly, it has a few maintenance requirements and is long-lasting. As a result, potential homebuyers will be willing to pay more money for the house if you decide to sell it later.
Metal Roofing Is Fire-Resistant
Metal roofs are some of the most popular options with fire-resistance properties. This is a critical consideration for people who reside in areas that are prone to wildfires. People in the regions that are not prone to wildfires rarely consider the fire resistance properties when buying roofing materials.
If you have traditional roofing, your property is only as fire-resistant as your neighbors. There have been many cases where houses ignite the homes of the neighbors. This is mainly caused by wind-blown embers. In some cases, entire neighborhoods where wood shakes are used have been destroyed.
With the risk of wind-blown embers, manufacturers have introduced a variety of fire-resistant roofing options. Although wood shakes and asphalt shingles can be modified to become fire-resistant, as the materials age and dry out, they become more vulnerable to wildfires.
High Energy Efficiency
According to a group of researchers who used an emission meter to determine the useful life and energy efficiency of metal roofing, solar reflexivity and emissivity levels of cool metal roofing can reduce the urban heat island effects.
Although most materials displayed a 40% decline in initial reflectance after three years, metal roofing retained about 95% of its reflectivity during the study. Another study showed that unpainted metal roofs have a very high solar reflectance, beyond the federal requirements.
Researchers found out that dark colors tend to absorb more solar radiation than light ones during a recent study. Therefore, if you install a light-colored metal roofing, you will notice a significant reduction in the energy bills. Additionally, your property will be up to 60 degrees cooler than those with dark-colored roofing.
Metal Roofing Is Recyclable
If you are a “green” enthusiast, then you should go for metal as it’s recyclable. According to some studies, metal roofs are the most eco-friendly roofing solutions. The content of metal roofs in itself is 100% recyclable. Because of the material’s high reusability and recyclability, you can rarely find them in landfills.
When compared to statistics about the tons of asphalt shingles that end in landfills, it’s clear why the government and roofing contractors have been recommending the use of metal roofs and why they refer to them as eco-friendly options.
Considerations When Buying Metal Roofing
There are several types of metal roofing materials to choose from in Indianapolis. When it comes to buying the roofing materials, you need to consider several factors, including cost, appearance, maintenance requirements, and environmental benefits.
Regardless of the kind of roof you need, you can depend on Roof Top Services for all of your roofing services.
