These are metal panels similar to the metal roofing we’re known for, perfect for both inside and outside a home.

How We Got Panel Fever

We agreed to fulfill a metal wall panel request once as an export order, and it went very well, so we decided to offer it as a new service for our customers. We’re excited to keep doing more of it!

As always, you can request a fast quote, ask a question through the contact form on our website, or just give us a call!

We’re very proud of our new metal wall panels, and we’re sure your customers will love them too!

~J.C.

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It seems like just 5 to 10 years ago a homeowners only option for roofing was asphalt shingles or asphalt shingles. There were not many other options available, and if you wanted them, you had to pay big bucks for them.

Asphalt and composition shingles do have one good point. They are dead cheap the first time you install them. However they need replaced regularly and need regular maintenance.

We are in a new era of better products, metal roofing. Metal roofing products are better for numerous reasons.

Here are my top 10 reasons why metal roofing is better in no particular order:

• Maintenance free: will not crack, rust, or rot

• Resists Streaking and staining

• Never needs cleaning

• Will not burn and protects against flying embers from wildfires and more

• Will not absorb water and become waterlogged

• Will not rot or support insect infestation

• Most come with a lifetime warranty

• Made from 95% post-consumer recycled aluminum

• Reflective pigment coatings keep attics naturally cooler, cutting energy costs

• Wide selection of colors and styles

Gone are the days of stinky and sticky tar and asphalt roof jobs in the hot Miami sun!

Gone are the days of re-shingling your roof in the Florida humidity!

But right now, I want to talk about what IS hot with metal roofing. Specifically what is on trend right now.

After all, the last thing we want is for your house to stick out like a sore thumb. No one wants to be the gaudy house in the neighborhood right?

Metal Roof Design

Standing seam metal roofing is still the number one most popular design people are putting on their homes.

If you have looked at houses in your neighborhood with metal roofs, they are probably of the standing seam variety. Standing seam metal roofs typically have panels that run vertically up the roof. Continuous panels run from the ridge of the roof all the way down to the eaves.

Between the panels are seams connected by fasteners which are raised above the level of the metal roofing. This is where we get the term standing seam, because the seam is raised or standing, and is a prominent feature of this particular roof.

One great advantage of standing seam metal roofs are the seams themselves. Typically the weak point in any roof and a potential entry point for moisture, the seams are raised above the level of the roofing panel.

Because the metal panels run unhindered from the top to the bottom of the roof, not only are there no horizontal seams but in total, the roof has a far fewer number of seams.

Colors For Your Metal Roof

Metal roofs can be constructed in any color you want. That is one of the greatest features. You are no longer limited to grey, black, or blacker.

The most popular colors of metal roofing are popular for one very great reason. Money, or more specifically, how much they can save you.

White is the most popular color in Miami, Florida for metal roofing right now followed closely by any of our light colored finishes. White, and anything light colored, are popular because they are reflective. Anyone that has lived under the Miami sun can tell you how important this factor is.

Being reflective will save homeowners substantially in two different ways.

FPL Rebate

The FPL Rebate is an incentive being offered by Florida Power & Light Company for qualifying homeowners. If you install a reflective metal roof by a participating independent contractor of your choice they will walk you through the rebate process.

You just need to make sure your material complies with Energy Star standards or the Cool Roof Rating Council’s standards. (FYI, our metal roof products meet these requirements, but mention you are after this rebate so we can make sure and provide you the best resources).

Energy Costs

The annual energy savings would be approximately $200 based on energy costs of 12 cents/kilowatt hour. – Per the FPL website.

Don’t miss out on the hot trends right now for some cool savings and a much more comfortable home.

~J.C.

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Metal roofing is the growing choice of roofing material among southern Florida homeowners and currently accounts for about 10-14% of all re-roofing jobs in the United States. They are most popular in Southeastern states, like Florida, where tropical storms are a threat.

There are several reasons why they are growing in popularity. First, homeowners are not as transient as they used to be. More and more homeowners are choosing to stay in their homes as they age. Since they can last more than five decades, homeowners who choose them know that they won’t need to replace it again. Most manufacturers offer 50-year warranties for their products. With just a little maintenance, they can last up to 75 years.

Other reasons include the following:

Strength & Durability Benefits.  Metal roofs withstand all weather conditions, from large amounts of rain, to hail and high winds. They do not rot, which eliminates the possibility for insect damage. Additionally, they do not absorb water and moisture, crack or peel. They are also resistant to mildew and decay.

Cost Benefits.  Metal roofs cost more than most other roofing types. There are many variables that will determine the cost of a new metal roof, including size, material, pitch, accessibility, permits and any special labor costs associated with your roofing project. Homes with metal roofs are known for their higher resale values.

Safety Benefits.  Those benefits include fire and hail resistance, plus strong performance under hurricane conditions, including meeting the very strict code for Miami-Dade County, Fla. One of the greatest advantages of metal roofs is that they are fire-resistant.

Environmental Benefits.  There are several factors that make metal roofing environmentally-friendly, including that most can be installed over an existing roof. Installing metal roofing over an existing roof eliminates waste from a roof tear-off which would otherwise end up in a landfill. They are often made from recycled material, and metal roof materials can be recycled.

Energy Efficiency. Metal roofing is a popular choice amongst Miami homeowners as it also reflects a considerable amount of the sun’s energy. This in turn may help people save money throughout the life of the roof in respect to power and heating costs. If people opt for a light-colored roof, it enables about 20% reduction in the air conditioning operating costs during the summer. Metal roofing can also reduce the homeowner’s insurance.

Environmental Attributes.  Metal roofing can be constructed from a high proportion of recycled material, which makes it popular with environmental activists and advocates. It is also much lighter than other tiles and coverings and puts minimum tension and pressure on beams and walls of the home.

Design Benefits.  There are many color choices and design schemes available in metal roofing materials. Painted metal is available in almost any color.

As a roofing contractor, you can benefit greatly by offering metal roofing to your southern Florida customers.

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