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Why Metal Roofing
- Fire safe - Because it's made of steel, metal roofs are incombustible and safe from exposure to airborne burning cinders. The patented interlocking fastening system prevents the panels from lifting and allowing embers from entering to ignite the roof deck.
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- Earthquake Safe- Stone coated steel interlocking roof system adds structural strength to the roof. Many other listed roofing products cannot offer this. Instead they rely upon the underlying deck for structural integrity. Additionally, the metal roofs ultra lightweight provides safety by reducing the threat of roof collapse. In its survey of roofs after the North ridge, California earthquake (Jan. 17th, 1994), the Mc Mullen Company found only minor damage to about 1% of the homes protected by stone coated steel roofs. In contrast, more than 50% of the concrete and clay roofs observed had significant damage.
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- Wind Resistant Roof - Stone coated steel's interlocking panel and batten-mounting system offers extraordinary resistance to wind uplift. That is why most manufacturers of stone coated steel offer a 120mph wind warranty.
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- Lightweight - Comparing manufactures specifications, a stone coated steel roofing systems weigh less than half (40% of the average) composition or wood shake roof. So called lightweight fiber cement roofs are more than four times heavier than stone coated steel roofing systems. Added weight means more stress on framing and trusses which can contribute to settling and eventual cracks in the walls and ceilings. To limit the chances of roof collapse, all national building codes require additional support for any roofing system that exceeds 6 pounds per square foot.
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- Warranty - Stone Coated Steel Manufacturers off some of the best warranties in the industries. Most of these warranties are also transferable to the next owner.
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- Resale - Real Estate professionals consider a premium roof that adds value to a house listed for sale. The appearance, long life, fire resistance and transferable warranty are of major importance to prospective home buyers.
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