Metal Roof Coating and Roof Restoration

Our Coating Experts Present 5 Top Metal Roofing Myths

Metal roofing is now widely used across the country as a way to safeguard property throughout the year. But despite its common use, few people have a clear understanding on metal roofing and its performance advantages. To help guide you and provide you with further facts on metal roofing and its use, our metal roof coating experts are highlighting five metal roofing myths in this latest post.

Myth: Metal Roofing Attracts Lightning Strikes

Within the metal roof coating field, this is one of the more common and pervasive myths. While metal is a conductor of electricity, the material itself does not attract lightning strikes. And this means that you’re no more likely to have your building be struck by lightning with a metal roof than you are with a stone roof. Metal roofing is actually safer than most wood roofs, as the material is non-combustible.

Myth: Metal Roofing is Noisy

Another reason many are put off from buying metal roofing systems is that they think their roof will become noisy during rainstorms. This misconception arises because many assume that the metal roof will sit directly on top of the property with just a few centimeters separating those inside from the material outside. However, when installed effectively by professionals, the metal roof can be installed over an existing roof and attic, providing extensive coverage and mitigating the noise of the rain hitting the material outside.

Myth: A Person Cannot Walk on Metal Roofs

Metal roofs are exceptionally sturdy. You can walk on the area if you wish to review a roof maintenance issue or want to go to the other side of the property for window cleaning and other maintenance considerations. It’s important to work with the manufacturer of the roofing system to analyze the strength of the roof and the safety elements to take into consideration.

Myth: Metal Roofs Make Properties Cooler

Another common myth is that the use of a metal roof will keep the property cooler during the winter season. The material of the roofing has little impact on the internal temperature of your property. The leading element involved in helping manage temperature is insulation. A metal roof with comprehensive insulation will assure lasting comfort regardless of outside temperatures.

Myth: Metal Roofing Can be Easily Damaged

The damage from hail and ice storms is a leading consideration for those investing in new metal roof systems as well as in coating products. But metal roofing is no more susceptible to damage from hail than materials such as slate. Your property will be protected effectively by the metal roof system, as long as you commit to using coating products and maintaining the roofing over time. Our team at TRUCO Coatings is here to guide you in getting full value for money on your metal roof coating systems and restoration products.

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