We have introduced a new tool – calculator, allowing you to estimate the cost of metal roofing for your home and compare it with the cost of other type of roofing over 45 – 50 years.
You can access price comparison calculator here.
Note: These are rough estimates for materials and installation and not intended to be used for actual figures.
Exclusive from London ECO-ROOF Manufacturing Inc. – new product available for purchase directly from us.
Thanks to high vapor permeability LONDON ECO ROOF membranes enable keeping the roof dry. LONDON ECO ROOF membrane is designed as an insulating layer for inclined roofs, which slope is ≥ 20 º (≥ 36,4 %), mounted to battens and counter-battens.
View full information about this product on products page or in our document section (we ask for your e-mail address before you can access this section).
London Eco-Roof Manufacturing Inc. is offering four different profiles of metal roof and they are available in 11 colours and one additional as a special order. Two of these colours, “Brown Mocha” and “Blue Gray” were introduced recently:
For more information about specific products and colours available visit our metal roofing product page.
The original article is posted on “Roofing Products” web site titled “Metal Roofs – An Introduction”. Visit their web site for the full copy of the article at:
http://www.roofing-products.com/metal-roofs/metal-roof-info/metal-roofs-an-introduction/
Advantages
A greater degree of protection from the elements, specifically the harsher elements, is offered by metal roofing systems, as opposed to other types of roofs.
Metal roofing is one of the fastest growing options for re-roofing material in the United States.
Metal roofing is known to last for an average of 50 years and many home owners are attracted to the knowledge that they won’t need to replace their roof again anytime in the near future.
Very little maintenance is needed for metal roofing systems and they often live out their 50 to 70 year life spans with only the occasional tweak here and there.
Another huge advantage to metal roofs is that they are not flammable.
Metal roofs that are installed properly will almost never leak. The fastening, sealing, and coating systems of today are specifically designed to be leak free and ensure that rain, snow, and wind stay on the outside of your home.
Environmental Benefits
The longevity of metal roofs alone is one of its greatest environmental benefits. The National Association of Homebuilders Research Center estimates that the amount of asphalt shingles that are thrown into garbage dumps in the United States may be as much as 20 billion pounds per year.
On the other hand, most metal roofing is made from about 25 percent recycled materials. And once it comes to the end of its incredibly long life span, the entire metal roof can be painlessly recycled.
Metal roofs can usually be installed right over whatever old roofing materials you currently have. This avoids expensive and environmentally hazardous roof removal and does not add one shingle to our dwindling landfill space.
Because of their reflective qualities, metal roofs can easily keep out the sun’s rays and drastically reduce your air conditioning bill. This not only saves you money but it helps you to use less energy, which is great for the environment.
London Eco-Roof Manufacturing Inc. is the sponsor for The House Healers TV Show on Rogers TV.
The House Healers is a reality TV show about a savvy group of renovators that take on the immense challenge of beautifying sorely neglected houses. We don’t believe in tearing things down, we seek to rediscover the inner beauty that exists within every home.
London Eco-Roof Manufacturing Inc. will attend Home County Folk Festival this weekend (July 15 to 17, 2011) as one of Green Vendors.
London Eco-Roof, family owned and operated and an industry leader in the manufacturing of quality steel and aluminum roofing for the environmentally conscious consumers.
Home County Folk Festival presents its 38th festival in downtown London’s beautiful Victoria Park. This ‘admission by donation’ event features 25 of Canada’s best roots, traditional and indie folk/pop acts.
During the last year London Eco-Roof Manufacturing Inc. has been very active and attended many trade shows in Ontario mainly in London, but also in Toronto, Hamilton, Niagara Falls, Ottawa, Windsor and Woodstock.
We have also attended shows in the United States. Finally, some of our technical staff attended a training in Poland where metal roofing technology is very advanced. This training was mainly related to operating metal roof manufacturing machinery.
To view more pictures from trade shows go to our Facebook album page.
We have recently celebrated one year in successful business in metal roofing manufacturing and installation. Thank you for attending this event, and we are looking forward to another successful year.
We would also like to say thank you to all our customers. This wouldn’t be such a successful year without you.
Isn’t a metal roof noisy? It is one of the most frequently asked questions about metal roofing. The theory that a metal roof is “noisy” stems from the memory of a barn, or a patio awning, where there is nothing between an individual and the roof, except air.
The more adept one becomes at answering this question, no a metal roof isn’t noisy, the more one hears the response – Oh that’s too bad, I rather liked the sound of the rain hitting my grandparent’s old metal roof. In time off homeopathic fountains and sound machines, the sound of rain pattering on a rooftop is not necessarily classified as noise.
Noise is defined by Webster’s dictionary as Sound or a sound that is loud, disagreeable, or unwanted. Sound or sound pressure is measured in units known as decibels (dB). The softest sound the human ear can detect is measured at 0 dB, while the loudest sound is registered at more than 175 dB. Existing standards indicate that sound levels should not surpass 70 dB if general conversation is desired; whereas, frequent exposure to levels exceeding 85 dB will impair an individual’s hearing. Although this is not a technical paper on acoustical concepts, it bears mention that the human ear does not distinguish variations in sound until the sound pressure level has been increased by 8 dB.
A study was conducted by The Acoustic Group at the University of Luleå, Sweden, to determine the amount of sound emitted when rain falls on various roofing materials. The study concluded that metal did not register a significantly higher sound level than shingle. In fact, the sound differential between shingle and metal was only 6 dB.
The variation of sound pressure, as it relates to rain falling on a metal roof, is dependent upon various factors. The most important factor relates to the method of construction. A metal roof installed over open framing will register a louder sound than panels that are installed over a solid roof deck. The roof deck literally absorbs or muffles the sound.
It is with few exceptions that most metal roofing products on the market today are installed with some form of underlayment material that absorbs sound. Further, in a re-roof application, metal is often installed over an existing layer or two of shingles. Considering the multiple layers of shingles, roof deck, attic air space and the insulation above the ceiling, individuals who have metal roofs say they hear the rain on their skylights, not their metal roof.
Individuals who are looking for the solace of a gentle rain on their new metal roof could be disappointed. For this reason, contractors can answer their client’s question about noise by first determining whether the customer likes the sound of rain on the rooftop. If the answer is yes, then the roof can be installed to enhance the sound they desire. If they consider the sound to be noise, then one can assure them that a metal roof is no noisier than any other roofing material.
Article written by by Lisbeth Tanz and originally posted on October 9, 2009 at Improve Your Home And Garden web site:
http://www.improveyourhomeandgarden.com/5-metal-roof-myths-dispelled
For full article use the link above.
Quick! What’s the hottest trend in residential roofing today? Metal. But first let’s first dispel a few myths about metal roofs:
Myth #1: Metal roofs are hot and don’t insulate the house as well as asphalt shingles.
Truth: Metal roofs actually save money on heating and cooling bills when properly installed. Depending upon the finish of the metal and the net air space created, metal roofs reflect much of the solar radiation typically absorbed by an asphalt roof. The result is a home that stays a more consistent temperature, which means no more wild temperature fluctuations throughout the day.
Myth #2: Metal roofs attract lightning.
Truth: According to the Metal Roof Alliance, a metal roof does not increase the likelihood of lightning striking your home. But if your home was hit by lightning, the metal roof disperses the energy safely throughout the structure. Besides the strike itself, the big concern with a lightning is fire. The great news is, metal roofing isn’t combustible or flammable, so it’s a low-risk and better roofing option where severe weather is a concern.
Myth #3: Metal roofs don’t last as long as asphalt shingles.
Truth: Quality metal roof workmanship warranties come with a 20-year guarantee, unlike asphalt roof warranties that are at the discretion of the contractor, says Tracy J. Scott, owner of Best Metal Roof Period in High Ridge, MO. The key to metal roof longevity, Tracy says, is a comprehensive installation by a master metal roofer. Metal roofs require special skills and knowledge to be installed properly. “Not just anyone can install a metal roof properly,” he says. “It takes at least 4-5 years to become proficient at metal roof installation–and proficient is the minimum standard homeowners should look for when seeking a contractor.”
Myth #4: Metal roofs don’t offer much benefit.
Truth: First, see #1 above. Currently, you can also receive a $1,500 tax credit on most metal roof products and/or installations that meet energy star ratings. Energy Star-qualified roof products can help reduce the amount of air conditioning needed by reducing peak cooling demands by 10%-15%. (You can find out more details about Energy Star requirements from the EPA’s Department of Energy website.)
Myth #5: Metal roofs are cost-prohibitive compared to asphalt roofs.
Truth: Metal roofs may cost more than asphalt shingles up front. However, as petroleum-based product costs go up – and asphalt shingles are petroleum-based – the cost difference is less than it was a few years ago. Typically, you can expect to pay two to four times more for a metal roof. But if you run a pay-back analysis and figure in the annual energy savings in your heating and cooling bills (depending upon the region you live in), plus the $1,500 tax credit, a metal roof can pay for itself in just a few years. Additionally, according to the Metal Roof Alliance, asphalt roofing has a higher lifecycle cost, needing replacement 2 – 4 times as often as metal roofing. And what happens when you claim frequent roof repairs on your homeowners policy? So doing an apples-to-apples replacement roof comparison requires looking at all the costs: homeowner premiums, electrical costs, and warranties. Comparatively, metal roofing can be a “once-a-lifetime” installation.
Below are the six criteria Tracy Scott recommends for homeowners evaluating metal roof contractors. He says they’re best practices that Best Metal Roof Period, his company, adheres to for professional metal roof installations that last the lifetime of the warranty.
In sports you often hear that the best defense is a good offense. This is especially true in the home improvement industry. “Do your homework before you spend that $15,000,” Tracy says, which is the average cost of a metal roof in St. Louis. “A metal roof will help your home appraise for up to 3% more if you don’t plan to sell right away. That’s a pretty sound investment.” His final advice? Arm yourself with knowledge so that when you talk metal roofing, you understand the language, terminology and requirements necessary for a quality installation. Don’t be in a hurry to get it done. You may be able to put up new asphalt shingles fast, but, “Just like driving a car, speed kills.”
