Is the metal hot when it’s being formed?

No!

When we are making the metal roofing panels, it is not heated. We actually run the metal through a machine that bends and forms it. The machine is called a Roll Former.

We attach the coil to the Roll Former. It pulls the coil in and forms the metal. It even gives it the grooves and the standing seam form.

Rollformers didn’t exist until World War II and they really changed things in the metal industry. Before that, every panel was made one at a time. Not only is this a faster process, but it is a much more precise system.

If you are interested in watching how this works, you can watch the video we posted last week on the blog.

Are metal roofs bright?

Yes, metal roofs are bright.

Galvalume roofs are especially bright. You can (and should) wear sunglasses to protect your eyes.

Do get metal roofs get hot to the touch?

Yes, metal roofing gets hot. But most of the time, it won’t be hot enough to burn you.

If it’s very bright out, the metal will get hot. That’s because it is reflecting the heat instead of absorbing it. The heat is reflected back into the atmosphere and keeps the home cool. Other roof materials will absorb the heat, rather than reflect it.

If the metal roof is hot, will my house be hot?

Actually, the metal roof helps insulate the house. Obviously, standard insulation will help even more to keep out the heat.

So, the heat won’t burn you, but we recommend that you wear proper attire to protect yourself.

Brightness vs. Reflectivity

Brightness and reflectivity are two different things. Just because a metal roof is bright doesn’t mean it reflects heat well.

FLP (Florida Power and Light) has a rebate for having a metal roof that reflects heat at a certain rate. Our Drexel Metals have reflectivity ratings so your customers can pick one that qualifies.

Different coatings and colors have different ratings. You would think that a white coating would reflect the most. Actually, a certain shade of green has a better rating.

According to FPL, “The annual energy savings would be approximately $200 based on energy costs of 12 cents/kilowatt hour.”

There you have it. Just a few myths involving metal roofs!

~J.C.

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While I agree the song is beautiful, could you imagine having to listen to rain pounding your roof all the time? I mean, it rains a lot in South Florida. In Miami we average just shy of 60 inches a year!

One of our most frequently asked questions from customers is about noise on a new metal roof. Most people think it will be extremely noisy.

It’s an understandable concern. Have you even kicked a can or knocked on metal? It really is noisy.

Your metal roof however will not be. This is a common myth that we need to dispel right away.

Rain On A Metal Roof

You won’t have to listen to the rain on your metal roof or hardly anything else. I say hardly because if a meteor falls on the roof, you will probably hear it. There is always an exception!

There is one very simple reason I can say with absolute certainty that you shouldn’t believe this myth.

When a metal roof is installed there is a protective sheathing that is applied between the roof structure of your home and the metal itself. This protective sheathing is noise dampening thus reducing what noise actually makes it into your home.

Metal roofs are actually quieter in the home than a traditional asphalt roof. This is due largely in part to the installation process and that protective sheathing installed between the metal and the actual roof.

Getting the Metal Master Shop Ready

We have been doing some updates to the Metal Master Shop. We are excited about our remodeling project that will enable us to get those metal roofs ready quickly for you.

We also held a tool seminar for anyone that wanted to come. We had a great turnout and it was a lot of fun.

We did training for anyone that wanted to come on the most commonly used tools in creating metal roofing and installing it.

This all ties back to our blog about a month ago about making sure you were using the right tools to install a metal roof.

We have any tool you might need to install a metal roof and we offer you free training on any tools you buy or rent from us.

You do need special tools when installing that metal roof correctly. This will help you get the best sound proofing as well.

So when you come in to order your custom metal roof don’t forget to stop at the tool section  and pick up whatever you might need there as well.

~J.C.

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