Buying Guide: Metal Roofing

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Questions and considerations

For almost everyone, your home is the single largest and most important asset that you own.

That, in turn, means that it’s something worth taking care of.

Even the untrained eye can generally tell when a roof needs some work.

Assess Damage, Repair, or Replace?

Before anything can and should happen, you need to have your roof damage assessed by a professional. Minute details can be the difference between you needing some minor repairs or all our roof replacements.

Certain home repairs can wait – things like burnt-out lightbulbs or a hole in your screened-in porch. A potentially leaky roof is NOT something that can wait – it can quickly lead to mold & mildew issues, not to mention what it can do to your rafters and walls.

Minor roof problems quickly get more expensive, by not addressing issues soon will only serve to prevent future headaches. If your roof is beyond repair, it’s time to make the smart choice and replace it.

You also have options that tend to be more expensive upfront but offer longer-lasting value to you. A metal roof can last at least 50 years, if not 100 depending on the type of metal used, the paint used, and how well it was installed.

Buying Guide Considerations

Consider potential warranties.

We’ll let you know right off the bat, metal roofs from Gator Metal Roofing come with a guaranteed lifetime warranty. Warranties are excellent in theory, but be sure to ask questions and read the fine print here to ensure you are getting what you think you are.

Top Advantages of a Gator Metal Roof

Deciding on a Type of Roof

So many different factors are going to go into and affect your final roofing material choice. The average weather in the area you live in is an essential factor to consider. Your overall budget and even how long you plan to stay in the home and your plans for it. Even the color you want can partially dictate what roofing material you choose, as some offer far more and better color options than others.

Shingles are incredibly popular because of how simple they are to install while remaining relatively inexpensive. Shingles have their pros and cons, of course – they need more regular repairs and will have to be replaced sooner than almost any other roofing material. But you are still saving money on that initial install, and you can rest assured that materials and knowledgeable installers will always be available.

Types of Roofing

Metal Roofing

Metal roofing has a reputation for being incredibly durable, requiring almost zero maintenance, reflecting heat with incredible efficiency, and just another plus, they are entirely non-flammable.

Installation is quite a bit more involved and just overall very different from something like asphalt shingle installation.

All of our metal roofs are painted with Smart Paint Technology. It is the absolute top of the line when it comes to painting products. It will never crack, never fade, and never peel away.

Asphalt Roof Shingles

Asphalt shingles are affordable, decently durable, and available in a various colors, making them a popular choice for roofs all across America. Traditional asphalt shingles are made from fiberglass that is compacted between asphalt and ceramic granules.

The fiberglass provides rigid strength, the asphalt gives a solid waterproof layer, and the ceramic granules are great for reflecting UV light away.

A quick, affordable solution for anyone. Maybe not the perfect solution for someone that wants more long-term and maintenance-free roofing.

Clay and Concrete Tile / Slate Roofing

Clay or concrete tiling is another roofing choice for a homeowner looking to keep a natural rustic look while investing in a roof with a lifespan of 50-100 years.

Because of the sheer weight of the roofing material, they require a more robust base roof structure to support them than other roofing materials do.

These tend to be more often found in warm fire-prone climates because they are fire-resistant, absorb heat slowly, and feature extreme durability, all with no risk of rotting or breaking down.

     
 
 
        
   Natalie Ford 
 9 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. +4
Gator Walt came out and got us all set up and squared away...We had our new roof installed about a week later. Beautiful results! Very professional from start to finish and we love the option to finance to make it affordable as well!
  
 
       
   Dani Allen 
 9 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. These guys did a great job. Our need was slightly out of the ordinary and they adjusted very easily.
  
 
       
   Aundray Moore 
 16 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. +0
They came through did a awesome job very professional and fast workers
  
 
       
   Darlene T 
 22 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is BBB. Very pleased with my roof they were very professional especially with the clean up Thank you Gator Roofing ******* ********
  
 
       
   Michael T 
 25 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is BBB. I highly recommend Gator Metal Roofing great financing. Great customer service. And great price I would highly recommend to family friends and acquaintances.Glory to GOD!
  
 
       
   DJ Kai 
 30 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I really like my gator roof. I think it looks good. The sales person was very knowledgeable in the installation. Team did an awesome job putting it all together. Thanks.
  
 
       
   Tonya Golden 
 30 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My experience with Gator Metal Roofing was truly exceptional they're really good people's they are honest and trustworthy and do really good work fast I would recommend them to do the work for you it's worth every penny you want regret it
  
 
       
   Alice P 
 31 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is BBB. The salesman was very professional and nice ******** was very good and very professional
  
 
       
   Pat S 
 31 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is BBB. I'm extremely satisfied with their work. I get so many compliments and would recommend them to anyone. 10/10 *** *******
  
 
       
   Deann Espinoza 
 31 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. +7We couldn’t be happier with the work Gator Roofing did on our home! They removed our old roof, made the necessary repairs, and installed a beautiful sheet metal roof. They also added a really nice trim around all the different spaces of our home, and the finished look is absolutely fabulous!

Not only does our house look so much better, but we have noticed a huge difference inside as well. Our home stays cooler, and we no longer have the condensation problem we were having on the inside of the roof.

The roofing crew also did an amazing job cleaning up afterward. They were very thorough and left everything looking neat and clean, which we really appreciated after such a big project.

Gator Roofing did an amazing job from start to finish, and we are so pleased with the quality, appearance, and workmanship. We would definitely recommend them to anyone needing a new roof or roofing repairs