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.

     
 
 
        
   Toy Cooper 
 1 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. +0
Gator roofing did an fantastic job and I recommend the service to anyone looking for metal roofing
  
 
       
   Mike Barnette 
 8 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They were here on time both days ,and did a very good job with the roof and clean up.
  
 
       
   Phil Lucksavage 
 9 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would recommend this company to anyone in the future.
It wasn’t the smoothest process, but the company completed the job in a timely manner and held true to their commitment and contract.
  
 
       
   Randy Boyles 
 9 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great job, crew was professional and kept us informed to what they were doing to make sure job was done right, well pleased!!
  
 
       
   Cheryl Bennett 
 12 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing customer service. The salesperson really went over and beyond to help us get our roof done at a price we could comfortably afford. The roof was done in a few short weeks and only took two days once the metal was delivered. We love our roof and feel protected knowing we will never have to pay for another roof on this property again. It’s beautiful, affordable and they stand behind the product they deliver. We highly recommend them to everyone and anyone searching for a metal roof for their home.
  
 
       
   Basil Evans 
 15 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Overall, everything was great!   Great quality metal roofing product.  Lifetime warranty.  Fast installation in one day.
  
 
       
   Kirby Bryn 
 16 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Roof looks great.  Great team did the installation.  Hard working and polite.
  
 
       
   Casey Vauthier 
 16 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service and they were done within three weeks of ordering. New roof looks magnificent.
  
 
       
   Angel D Elledge 
 23 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This company did my mother's roof and we was very satisfied not only with the roof but the people that put the roof on. They were very respectful. we was very satisfied with them.
  
 
       
   Mshigh13 
 26 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. So I got a metal roof back in July. I ideally wanted to see how well it worked before leaving a review. I have to say, I am impressed. Having a house built in 1952, I have plaster walls which those who have it know that in the summer, it holds SO MUCH HEAT. During the very hot days, (feels like 95 and above) the house would be anywhere from 75-84 inside. The AC is working hard and keeping the temp it should BUT not hard enough. The last few extremely hot days, it has not gotten over 73.  And when not it's is at the temp it is set which is awesome.
Also, they mentioned my bill would be less over the next year. Funny thing is, I see it already. JUST one month, my light bill has gone DOWN from $122.00. So I know by all of this that the roof is working.
I am eager to finish working on the house and the roof helps with our motivation to complete all of our projects. The salesman was VERY informative and honest. He did not sugar coat anything which is very helpful and something I look for in a business transaction.  We will pay this off more than HALF the time of a mortgage which is something we are happy about.
I can't saw enough about how happy we are with the roof. I would recommend it if you want lower bills, cooler home, not wanting to take out another mortgage and it has lifetime warranty which will look great when you sell your house.