Henrico Roofing
Henrico Roofing, we repair or replace metal or tin shingle and panel roofs on any type of home, church, and office roofs for the Henrico, VA area and beyond including Chesterfield, Powhatan, Mechanicsville, Petersburg and more. We have served clients in Henrico and beyond for 3 generations proving commitment to community, hard work, and ethical business practices.
In years past, metal roofs looked like corrugated panels, and belonged on sheds, barns, and standing seam commercial applications. Today they have several styles that can look, modern (sleek smooth metal), wood, stone, and clay easily installed on a Spanish Colonial or a Victorian in New England. Metal roofing today is very versatile with a great many roof slopes. |
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Metal / Tin Roofing
Metal/Tin Roofing is usually made of common metals, such as galvanized steel, aluminum and to a lesser extent copper and zinc are manufactured with a stamping press. They come in many styles (natural slate or cedar) and colors. Because the metal tiles or panels interlock and form a tight seam, they can be installed on low sloped roofs.
The low-profile shingle allows the metal roofer to walk on them, during the installation, without damage which makes them a little easier to install the panel type. They are made to interlock with other shingles with nails going in at one corner to hold the line.
Metal panels come in 3 options a foam insulation backed panel, exposed fastener and seamless interlocking panel. Speed of installation is quick especially with the larger panels.
The low-profile shingle allows the metal roofer to walk on them, during the installation, without damage which makes them a little easier to install the panel type. They are made to interlock with other shingles with nails going in at one corner to hold the line.
Metal panels come in 3 options a foam insulation backed panel, exposed fastener and seamless interlocking panel. Speed of installation is quick especially with the larger panels.
Many Positives
Metal and tin roofing is resistant to fire, mildew, insects and rot.
They display superior wind and fire resistance to sparks and embers hitting the roof from the environment. However, should a fire start inside the home firefighters may have to cut through the roof to put out the flames which will take longer with a metal roof versus a wood one.
Most manufactures offer lifetime warranties.
They are so lightweight some styles can be applied over an existing roof without the need for a tear off or a buildup of structural support.
They display superior wind and fire resistance to sparks and embers hitting the roof from the environment. However, should a fire start inside the home firefighters may have to cut through the roof to put out the flames which will take longer with a metal roof versus a wood one.
Most manufactures offer lifetime warranties.
They are so lightweight some styles can be applied over an existing roof without the need for a tear off or a buildup of structural support.
Some problems
Scratches and denting can happen during a careless installation or when other service people work on the roof (plumbers, cable).
Noise from a rainstorm or hail is much noisier then living beneath other types of roofs.
Cost is that of a premium roofing material anywhere from 2 to 3 times the cost of an asphalt roof. For example, a 1600 square foot roof can cost 16,000 and higher depending on the style.
Severe hail storms will put dents in the roof. Dents need to be fixed because the galvanized coating could be cracked and as water pools in the dent it will eventually lead to rust.
Noise from a rainstorm or hail is much noisier then living beneath other types of roofs.
Cost is that of a premium roofing material anywhere from 2 to 3 times the cost of an asphalt roof. For example, a 1600 square foot roof can cost 16,000 and higher depending on the style.
Severe hail storms will put dents in the roof. Dents need to be fixed because the galvanized coating could be cracked and as water pools in the dent it will eventually lead to rust.
Henrico Roofing has only experienced, licensed and insured employees working on your roof. We only use high quality time tested roofing materials. Please call (804) 894-9139 for a free, no commitments roofing consultation with estimates for any roofing concerns.