Metal Roof vs Asphalt Shingles

Metal is a much better product to use, and will last for many years. Metal roofing has been used for many Centuries, as we can take a look at old barns, and homes from the early 1900's. You can see that the majority of these roofs are still functioning properly. These roofs are Galvinized metal substrate, which typically rust over the years. The metal used today, is even better. This is Galvalume substrate, which has a mix of 55% Aluminum, and Zinc that gives an etra coating on the steel to prevent rust. 

Great benifits to using Metal vs Asphalt.

Metal

• Longer Warranties
• Higher home resale
• 100% recyclable
• Resistant to fire
• More durable
• Some receive tax credits
• Insurance discounts
• More energy efficient, especially for mobile home
• Material is lighter. Metal weighs about 1 pound per Square Foot, and Shingles weigh about 2 to 2.5 pounds per square foot.
• Metal can be installed over Shingles.
• Reflects sun rays

Shingles

• Material is heavy
• Less Durable
• Subject to wind and hail damage
• Absorbs heat from the sun
• susceptible to mildew, mold
• shingle granule loss over time. " usually found in gutter"

These are just a few of the reasons why Southern Builders created our Perma-Roof system. We also provide a lifetime warranty against leaks due to defects in material, and workmanship. Southern Builders has been specializing in our Mobile Home Roofover system ( Perma-Roof ) for 34 years.

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