Some home improvement jobs are bigger, more expensive, and more impactful than others. Roofing definitely falls into this category. When it's time to have roofing work done on your home, you need to make well-informed decisions that will ensure a good return on your investment. Metal roofing contractors can help assure you that your investment is worth it. According to State Farm, metal roofs typically have a lifespan of up to 70 years. Despite the high quality of metal roofs, there are still a lot of myths surrounding this roofing material. Let's clear up three common myths.

Myth 1: Metal Roofs Will Rust

There's a huge misconception that modern metal roofs will rust and look old in the same way metal roofs of the past have. Metal roofing used 100 years ago isn't the same type of roofing material used by metal roofing contractors today, according to Architect Magazine. New technology has been used to ensure that the metal roofing panels used today will last. These panels are coated with special substances that protect them. Many metal roofing panels are also painted, which adds a layer of protection. We've seen that when these modern roofs are properly maintained, they can last for several decades.

Myth 2: Metal Roofs Will Get Damaged by Hail

Many people compare roofing metal to the metal they're most familiar with, such as metal on appliances, vehicles, or doors. Those types of surfaces get dinged rather easily, so it's not unusual to think a metal roof would get dinged in the same way if it went through a hail storm. However, metal roofing panels are made of much more durable materials. To leave significant damage, the hail storm would have to be massive. In fact, we've found that a traditional shingle roof is at more risk of being damaged by a hail storm because it's not as durable as metal.

Myth 3: Metal Roofs Can't Stand Up to Storms

Another big misconception is that metal panels can't stand up to storms or high winds. This misconception comes in part from the fact that when you look at a metal roofing panel, it does seem flimsy and lightweight. It's easy to think it could be blown off in a storm. The truth, however, is that metal roofs are often storm-rated much better than other types of roofing systems. This is due to how the panels are installed.

Metal roofing is a good option and a good investment when you need a roof installed or replaced. If you're looking for local metal roofing contractors, please contact Metal Solutions, Inc today. We'd love to handle all your metal roofing needs.