If you’re like most successful building owners we work with, the number of things on your “to-do” list can be almost overwhelming. So, of course, the challenge becomes focusing on those that move the needle the most. While maintenance of your building is undoubtedly necessary, it’s rarely an item that business owners enjoy for several reasons: for example, roof replacement causes interruption to daily business operations, which can affect productivity, damage to finished goods, and even safety. Beyond that, the costs associated with roof replacement are often unexpected and certainly don’t move the needle as a different capital investment might like adding new products, headcount, or technology. Consequently, we find that most building owners dread the recurring hassle and expense of replacing a shingle roof.
Let’s face it; outside of their price point, conventional shingles offer little value. Historically building owners have accepted that shingles provide a relatively short-term roof solution that will most likely need to be replaced well before the stated limited warranty life. However, over the last few years, the tides have turned. In part because metal roofing offers a 50-60 year service life lasting 2-3 times longer than shingles. Beyond service life though, metal roofing offers many other benefits, including:
• Low maintenance
• Energy-efficiency for lower utility expense
• Excellent host for solar energy
• Environmentally friendly with high recycled content
• Highly resistant to Mother Nature’s elements and fury
• And, metal roofing looks great - adding curb appeal to any project
If roof replacement is on the horizon for you and you’re simply worn out from replacing shingles every 12 to 15 years, we’re here to help. We developed this eBook to provide building owners with information about the features and benefits of metal roofing systems so you can make an informed decision when it’s time to buy a new roof. Our goal is to make every building owner’s new roof their last roof