FAQ about Metal Roofing

There are a number of factors and advancements that make your Metal Line roof quieter than conventional steel roofs. When we install our unique metal roofing system, the existing roofing material isn’t removed, the old roofing acts as sound insulation. In most situations, you will only hear noise from your roof when you are outside during a moderate to heavy rain. The water running through the eavestrough is often louder than the sound of the rain on the roof.

An asphalt shingle has a rough and abrasive texture (similar to 60 grit sandpaper) creating lots of surface area for rain and snow to cling to. As a result an asphalt shingle will hold water until it trickles off or evaporates. Similarly, asphalt shingles will hold snow until it melts or blows off. A steel roof sheds water and snow. Metal Line Series is manufactured from galvanized steel which has a stylish and durable Silicone Modified Polyester finish. The steel is coated with a standard paint thickness of 35 to 40 microns. It is a textured low gloss finish made specifically for roofing which gives a consistent appearance from any angle or position and adds to the water and snow shedding abilities of the roof. Because the SMP finish has a slight texture to it (similar to 400 grit sandpaper), moisture and snow do not have anything to hold on to. This means that during warmer weather rain can run off the roof and during the winter snow will slide off the roof.

Painted metal roofing products will fade as much as 50 percent in a short time. The SMP finish on a Metal Line roof is a colourfast product and not painted. It has a lifetime fade factor of no more than 5 to 8 percent over 40 years with present testing. The sun is getting more intense every year; so which would you rather have protecting your home? A paint-based product that offers no UV protection or an engineered SMP product which is formulated to offer UV protection. All steel will expand and contract with extreme heat and cold. Cured paint is a rigid finish; it is not designed to allow for expansion and contraction. Steel expansion and contraction can lead to the paint cracking and chipping. The SMP coating on a Metal Line roof remains flexible so it can expand and contract with the steel. This prevents the problems of cracking and chipping. There are a lot of environmental factors besides the sun that can affect a roof. After installation a Metal Line roof, will not appear shiny like some of the other products on the market.

Asphalt shingles absorb UV radiation and radiate this energy into your house as heat for many hours after the sun has gone down. Steel has a wonderful quality when it comes to the issue of heat: steel reflects UV radiation. The reflective value of the steel and SMP finish actually reduces the amount of heat being transferred into the home. As well, the new steel roof shades the asphalt shingles from the sun. After the steel roof is installed the old roofing shingles no longer absorb the sun’s radiation; the shingles now become an extra layer of insulation from the sun’s heat.

Your metal Line roof is maintenance free. Just sit back and enjoy!

One of the best features of owning a Metal Line roof is the peace of mind you get knowing that you have a roof that is SUPERIOR TO ALL OTHERS. We use only 28 gauge double galvanized steel which has a flexible and durable SMP finish. You can be assured that your metal Line roof will be the last roof your home will need. A Metal Line roof is backed by a 40 year transferable warranty.

For most people their home is the single largest investment they will ever make. Your Metal Line roof adds lasting value. Metal roofs are beautiful and durable. From the moment asphalt shingles are installed the shingles start to deteriorate. This deterioration continues and then accelerates over the short life span of an asphalt shingle. On the other hand, a Metal Line shake does not deteriorate. Because the cost of steel and the cost to install a metal roof are constantly increasing, the value of a metal roof will constantly increase. The roof is a key feature when potential buyers are looking for a new home. If you decide to sell your home and it has a Metal Line roof, you will be selling the same peace of mind that you have enjoyed. Knowing that you have a 40 year warranty that stays with the home – not the owner – is a wonderful selling feature.

Step 1

A roofing consultant visits your home or business and provides you with a quote and educates you about our roofing system.

Step 2

Your steel roof is custom fabricated by our manufacturing team.

Step 3

The installation team prepares the site.

Step 4

Your custom steel trim, moldings, flashings and accessories are installed.

Step 5

Metal Line’s steel shakes are installed on your roof.

Step 6

Metal Line’s unique snow guards are installed.

Step 7

The installation team leader performs a complete inspection of your new steel roof.

Step 8

Our certified installation contractor does a “walk around” of your new roof with you.