Sir Issac Newton’s words were “every action has an opposite but equal reaction”. The same principle applies to roofing. There are disadvantages, for instance, the amount of skills and training needed. But there are advantages.”
Metal Shingle Roofs are Eco-friendly, Energy Efficient, and Qualify for Rebates Normally, I wouldn’t promote the use of a metal roofing system for the Louisville, KY area. Read my post on metal or no metal for an in-depth analysis on my reasons why. However, there are options currently available at big discounts that might justify the additional expense of a metal shingle (not panel or asphalt!) Energy Star rated roofing system. But first, let me […]
What’s the Deal with Metal Roofs?Metal or Shingle?Aluminum and composite steel metal roofs have had their day, and now that they’ve been around a few decades, we are finally able to accurately debate their advantages and disadvantages when compared to shingle roofs.These types of metal roofs were popularized in the 90’s as a long-lasting alternative to shingle roofs. They were marketed as a lifetime roofing product that could withstand the sun, severe wind and hail […]
Has Your Home Suffered a Hail or Wind Storm? Hail and wind can be disastrous for your home. Depending on the severity of a hail or wind storm, the damage may be immediately evident, but that’s not always the case. Many times the damage caused by a storm may go completely unnoticed until much time has passed. Even though damage to a roof, siding, gutters, etc. may not be apparent from the ground, that does […]