Q. How much does a metal roof cost vs typical roof?

A. Because Metal Roofs are a premium roof lasting
    3-5 times longer than asphalt you can expect it
    to cost 2X-3X times more than asphalt. In
   comparison to  a cedar shake roof or a slate roof
   expect  metal roofing to cost less 

Q. How many metal roof types are there to 
      choose from?

A.  3 basic metal roofs are offered for the
     the residential home, Standing Seam Panels, 

     Corrugated Panel and Metal Shingles

Q. What is the difference between a Standing Seam Metal Roof panel and a Corrugated Metal Panel roof?

A. The crucial difference is the fastening system,
    Standing Seam panels are installed with a
    concealed clip fastener system, located
    underneath the panel surface. Corrugated
    panels  are installed with exposed screws and
    washer, the average home will require 1600
    screws. 

    Standing Seam Panels should only be installed a
   professionally trained roofer but most handy DIY
   can typically install Corrugated Metal roofs

Q. How long will my metal roof last?

A. Depending on your metal roof selection
   Corrugated Metal roofs typically 20 years without
   maintenance, Standing Seam Roofs typically  

    35-50+ years depending on the environment. 

    No maintenance is required

     Quality brands of Metal Shingle also expect 35-
    50 + years, no maintenance required

Q. Does a metal roof go over the existing shingles? 

A. Check the manufacturer's guidelines. In most
    cases, only Corrugated Metal Roofs can be
    installed over existing asphalt roofs. Although
    this is not  good practice as moisture can be
    trapped between the roofs causing the
    development of rot and mold additionally if the
    roof is leaking the roof deck cannot be examined
    without stripping  the existing roof 

Q. What does my lifetime warranty on my asphalt shingle mean?

A. This is a warranty against factory defects.

     Asphalt roofs will weather away to nothing and 

     will most likely require replacement long 

     before the warranty period

Q. Are metal roofs worth it?

A. Metal Roofs add instant curb appeal and the
    ultimate protection against winter ice dams,
    and reflect the summer sun's radiant heat away
    from your home reducing energy costs by 10-
    25% and can be 100 degrees cooler on the
    surface that traditional asphalt roofs.  

Q. Are all metal paint color finishes the same?

A. The short answer is no! PVDF & SMP finishes
     are the most durable but there are dozens of
     others.

      Inferior color finishes will chalk, chip, fade,
     cause rust and greatly reduce the metal panel
     life

Q. What is the best metal roof brand for my 
      home?

A. Drexel for Standing Seam Panel and True Nature
    for metal shingles are our favorite due to quality
    of paint finishes, application guidlines, product
    support and decades of proven field durability
    and beauty

Q. What is oil canning in Metal Roofing? 

A. It is waviness in the metal and can vary in
     visibility due to lighting conditions and metal
     type. All metals types can be effected.

     Some causes are thermal expansion, uneven
     roof substrate, poor installation, milling process
     at during  fabrication  at the manufacturing
     plant.

Q. Can oil canning be fixed or minimized?

A. Short answer is no. But ask your metal roofing
    specialists about adding stiffening ribs or "clip
    relief" to the panels prior to installation, this
    relieves the tension in the metal-reducing the
    chances of oil canning. Typically this can be
    done at  no charge 

Q. Pros and Cons of a metal roof

     Pros - Provides the best  roof protection
                  against wind, rain, ice dams, snow.

                   Light material-Reduces snow load 

                   Dissipates summer heat very quickly
                  Remarkable curb appeal

                  Extremely long-lasting

                  Many beautiful colors are available

     Cons'- More expensive than asphalt

                  Standing Seam style must be installed
                    by a professional 

Q. What is fiber cement siding? 

A. Mostly made of cement, sand, and cellulose
    fibers and other items depending on the
    manufacturer. 

Q. Who makes fiber cement siding?

A. 3 brands mostly supply the residential siding market, they are Allura, Nichiha and James Hardie: HardiePlank. HardiePlank is the #1 sold siding brand name in America, dominating the residential fiber cement siding market

Q. I heard there are problems with fiber cement
     siding? 

A. If not stored and installed correctly issues may
     occur, therefore HardiePlank Siding devised
    strict installation systems & guidelines and
    specifically trained siding contractors to
    recommend ensuring correct installation

Q. What siding product is better fiber cement or
    vinyl siding? 

A. Both products require very little maintenance. 

     Vinyl Siding is nailed loosely to your homes' sub
    wall to allow for expansion and contraction,
    therefore it's not recommended for windy areas
    and oceanfront homes. Fiber cement siding is
    nailed directly to your home's sub wall firmly in
    place. Additionally HardiePlank fiber cement
   strict guidelines include sealing the edges of
   each board into  adjoining corner whereas vinyl
   siding slides in/out of trim piece shaped like the
    letter J, namely called a "J" channel. 

Q. How many colors are offered by HardiePlank      

      Siding? 

A. 18 standard colors and 600+ custom colors 

Q. How often does HardiePlank Sidng need
     painting? 

A. HardiePlank Siding colors are a baked-on finish that resists fading for decades

Q. How durable is HardiePlank siding? 

 A. It's specifically engineered for the climate you
     live in, no matter what part of America you live
     to withstand damage from moisture and rot,
     extreme weather changes and resists the impact
     of hail and windblown debris

     It also will not ignite when exposed to direct
    flame and has little appeal to termites and
    woodpeckers

Q. How expensive is HardiePlank Siding? 

A. It will cost more than vinyl and less than wood
    siding.

Q. What are the pro's and con's of HardiePlank
    Siding?

A. Con's - needs to be professionally installed

                    cost is higher than vinyl

     Pro's - Looks just like wood

                  Delivered in pre-finished colors

                  600 + colors are available

                  Long life span

                  Blind nailed application

                  Many historical district approvals

                  Add instant curb appeal and resale
                 home value  

                  Check your home insurance policy for rate
                 reduction availability with HardiePlank
                 Siding

Q. Is HardiePlank siding available in different profiles? 

A. Yes! It's available in clapboard at 4"5"6"7"8"
    clapboard exposures and also shingle profiles
     plus board and batten in grain finish or smooth