Metal Roofing
When it comes to choosing the materials for a new roof there are a number of factors to give serious consideration to. The number one factor for many people is the cost of re-roofing their home and rightfully so, but what many people don’t consider is the cost over time rather than the initial cost.
Metal roofing is fast becoming a very popular and viable alternative to what many might consider to be more traditional roofing materials. Alco Exteriors is considered by many to be the number one Metal Roofing Company in Northwest Indiana so we ought to know a thing or two about metal roofing.
The idea of metal roofing is off-putting to many people as it conjures up images of unsightly structures or pieces of postmodern architecture that will soon become outdated. Thankfully, as a respected steel roofing specialist we work with a variety of materials to offer a look that is almost indistinguishable from a clay tile, slate or asphalt shingle roof. There is never any risk of rust on the materials that we use either as all of our steel roof installers use steel that has been specially coated with a zinc or zinc and aluminum based compound.
The investment in a metal roof is not only an investment that will pay dividends if you stay in your home for the lifetime of the roof, but it can also add value to the resale value of your home if you decide to move. The real value in choosing a steel roof installer like ourselves is the longevity of the roof compared to traditional materials such as asphalt. Typically, homeowners can expect a metal roof to last in excess of 50 years. Compare this to an asphalt roof that has a recommended life span of 10-20 years and even conservative estimates would offer you a substantial saving in re-roofing costs.
Another major benefit of installing a metal roof is the energy saving properties that it offers. Insulation during winter months and reflecting heat to keep homes cool during summer months means that savings on average home energy costs can exceed 25% when customers invest in a metal roof that is installed by a steel roofing company such as Alco Exteriors. In fact, a study in 2008 by Oak Ridge National Laboratory found that metal roofs could offer savings up to 40% in Summer months.
In addition to energy insulation, the noise insulation that a metal roof offers can be far superior to a traditional roof. Our steel roof installers only use premium materials that include a solid sheathing in the metal which can actually completely eliminate noise caused by rain and hail.
If you are looking for a steel roofing specialist then you will want to ensure you are investing in the best metal roofing specialist in your area. Alco Exteriors offers the most comprehensive service offered by metal roofing companies in Northwest Indiana and serves the areas of Porter, Lake and Laporte counties in the state.
To summarize, the advantages of having a metal roof installed by a metal roofing specialist such as Alco Exteriors far outweigh any possible negatives. The biggest advantage being the cost savings, longevity and the potential to have exactly the look you want for your roof, with almost limitless possibilities in style and color. One last thing to note, don’t to be put off by the myth that metal roofs are more likely to be hit by lightening. It simply is not true. Even if it were to be hit, this would actually be safer than lightening hitting a non-metal roof as the material is non-flammable.
If you are looking for a metal roof installer then choose Alco Exteriors – a Steel Roofing Specialist you can trust.
Brands We Install
Alco Exteriors is proud to install metal roofing for customers in the Northwest Indiana counties of Porter County, Lake County and LaPorte County, including Crown Point, Hobart, Cedar Lake, Dyer, Highland, Merrillville, Schererville, Portage, Valparaiso, Chesterton, LaPorte and Michigan City.