Because metal roofs actually come in shingles now we include the 3 main types of metal roofs in our grand total of 15 types of roofing shingles.
Pictures of houses with shingle and tin roofs.
Asphalt shingles are the most popular roofing material.
They are available in a variety of colors and textures are low cost and provide a traditional aesthetic.
With metal roofing lightning is never an issue.
In recent years metal roofing shingles have grown in popularity because of an unbeatable combination of features.
And unlike shingles the color is solid.
Metal roofing can be used to cover the entire roof or as an accent along with shingles.
Residential metal roofing is available in numerous colors styles materials and finishes.
Generally speaking we use metal roofing as an accent and shingles for the main roof.
You will most likely have to order the roofing metal in the amount and color specific to your house.
Metals are quite a strong and enduring roofing option.
A metal roof does not increase the chances of a lightning striking a house though.
They are less expensive than standing seam panels beautifully replicate the look of other upscale roofing materials offer a long service life and great energy savings.
The lightning always strikes the tallest object peak regardless of the material.
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These classic steel shingles combine the warmth and appeal of cedar shingles with the strength and durability of galvanized steel.
Metal roofing roof panels the home depot store finder.
You will also need a large garbage can a jigsaw or power metal shear a staple gun a drill and assorted drill bits 1 inch roofing nails metal roofing screws and self drilling self sealing wood screws.
Fiberglass core or matting an asphalt coating and a ceramic or stone granule surface give this material its durability.
It comes in a variety of styles and is generally painted so you can get any color you want.
A metal roof acts as a faraday cage and in case of a lightning strike would safely dissipate the electric charge.