Part of the appeal of metal roofing is its energy efficient properties. Here's an interesting article that delves into this very topic, and specifically, how energy efficient metal roofs can lower your summertime utility bills - and who doesn't like that?

Diamond-shaped roof shingles have enjoyed a long history on distinctive buildings and residences, and they're enjoying something of a comeback. Still used on homes in which the roof is not just a roof but a statement, you can find diamond shingles in a number of different materials. Does that mean anyone can slap up a diamond shingle roof? Well, technically, yes - but since all roofing materials are NOT considered equal, here's why your beautiful diamond shingle roof should be made of metal:

No one understands better than a metal roofing supplier that when times are tight, and a new roof can't be avoided, the cheapest option is the natural choice. But here are three questions that can help you answer whether it's actually smarter and better value to spend more on a high-quality roof - no matter how bad the current economic climate looks:

While many people automatically assume that a new metal roof will be costly - and that can certainly be true - it's also true that there is great value to be had with well-chosen, low priced metal roofing.

Established neighborhoods in many parts of the country often feature homes with old wood and/or cedar shakes and shingles. They were a very popular roof option decades ago, and since re-roofing is often a pricey hassle, it makes sense that homeowners have limped along with these roofs as long as they can. But eventually, there's simply no more repairing to be done, and replacement is required.

There are lots of variables to finding the right roofer, but you'll be able to do just that if you remember one thing:

One of the biggest perks of metal roofing is longevity and durability. Here's a clip of a coated steel tile roof six years after it was installed - as beautiful and resilient as it was on day one!

One of the more interesting architectural features of many buildings is a turret - imagine the conical roof on the round corner of a medieval castle and you'll know exactly what we're talking about. 

We've been in the metal roofing business for ages, and without a doubt, the biggest challenge we face is the many preconceived notions that people seem to have about metal roofing. If you think "metal roof" and instantly picture an old tin roof on some dilapidated barn, you're one of them!