As I said in the last blog, copper roofing is becoming popular again. I say “again” because looking back at history, it’s been used for many centuries as a favorite roofing material. The patina that forms on copper roofs is a result of weathering and changes in the chemical composition of the metal. It’s aContinue reading “Going Green: All About Copper Patina”
Copper roofing is an excellent option for metal roofs here in Miami, Florida. They are safe, effective, and stunning. Here is a quick look at copper through the ages. They are only missing one thing: Copper roofs! One of the oldest copper roofs is believed to have been built in Sri Lanka in the 3rdContinue reading “Copper – A History of Excellence”
Here we are, with another one of our monthly lessons in metal roofing terms! At a recent conference they talked about this, so that’s why I decided to blog about it. Oil canning is a pretty common phenomenon and, while you probably don’t know the term, I’m sure you’ve seen what the term refers to.Continue reading “Master Lessons in Metal Roofing: Oil Canning”
A common concern that we hear in Metal Master shop is the question, “Will a metal roof rust?” The idea that metal rusts so a metal roof must rust too is the common response. And we’ve all seen those awful red, cracked tin roofs on shacks along the side of the road in the boondocks.Continue reading “Will A Metal Roof Rust?”
We’ve all been there. In the sun. At the beach. Wearing a black shirt. And BAKING in that heat! You’ve heard that black absorbs the sun’s rays while white reflects them. Well, that’s basically true. Oftentimes, people ask about metal roof colors and how it affects the heating of the house and energy savings. EspeciallyContinue reading “The Obvious Truth About Black Roofs”
There was some talk at MetalCon last month about the thermal coefficient of metal roofing materials. It seemed like a topic worth addressing, even briefly, to give you an idea of what it means and why it’s important when you are looking for the metal roof that’s right for you. Thermal Movement: temperature fluctuations throughoutContinue reading “Master Lessons in Metal Roofing: Thermal Movement”
I just wanted to highlight our best selling metal roof material: Galvalume. It’s the most popular choice for Florida residents for a few reasons. What is Galvalume? This is a steel coil roof material that is coated in a 45% zinc and 55% aluminum coating. It’s been around for decades. #1: Good corrosion protection AluminumContinue reading “Our Best Selling Metal Roof: Galvalume 24 Gauge”
What is the one thing that can make a good product great? The warranty, of course! You can expect your metal roof to last 2 to 3 times longer than a roof made from your usual wood or asphalt materials. It won’t decompose like other roofs and it holds up much better in varying weather.Continue reading “How To Get Miami’s Best Metal Roof Warranty”
Paintings, pictures and movies. Music, dance, and theater. There are so many varieties of art.Even martial arts are talked about frequently. But one often overlooked form of art is the ability to get a quote from your metal roof manufacturer, or any contractor, for that matter! WHAT DO YOU WANT FROM ME?!?! For contractors andContinue reading “The Art of Getting a Metal Roof Quote”
So you know you want a metal roof, right? Well of course you do, you’re reading this, aren’t you? But now how do you decide what kind of metal roof to purchase? What are the different qualities and traits to look for and how do you match them to your needs? And are there anyContinue reading “In Miami, Thinner Isn’t Always Better”
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We have our own Miami-Dade County Product Approvals and Florida Product Approvals. We're certified and in good standing with UL (Underwriters Laboratories) and Intertek for quality assurance. Our steel is 100% verifiably sourced and made in the USA. We're members of the FRSA (Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal
Contractors Association), RCASF (Roofing Contractors Association of South Florida), and the
FMA (Fabricators and Manufacturers Association).
