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Metal | Pros and Cons

By: Lauren Risotto
January 24th, 2023

With uncertainty surrounding the US housing market, including record high prices and low inventory, many consumers are seeking out alternative living options. One option more people are turning to is the barndominium.

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Homeowner | Panel Profiles | Pros and Cons | Metal Gauge | fastener system | Problems | metal roofing

By: Lauren Risotto
August 11th, 2021

Are you ready for or needing a new roof for your home? While replacing a roof is not something homeowners generally look forward to, picking out a new roof is a big decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly.

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Pros and Cons | roof

By: Lauren Risotto
February 17th, 2021

When you’re looking into metal roofing, you’ll quickly come across two types in particular: Galvalume® and galvanized. We are often asked by customers about what metal to use since we’ve spent the past two decades manufacturing roofing and siding panels made from these different types of metal.

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Homeowner | Pros and Cons | Metal Siding

By: Lauren Risotto
September 23rd, 2020

Picking out home siding is a big decision with a lot of choices. If you have your choices narrowed down to aluminum, steel, and vinyl siding, this article is going to help make your decision a little easier.

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Metal | Pros and Cons | roof

By: Lauren Risotto
March 11th, 2020

When you’re in the market for a new roof, there are many different materials to choose from. However, there are two types that you will probably run into most often during your roofing research: asphalt shingles and metal roofing. While asphalt shingles are the most commonly used roofing material, metal roofing has become an attractive option as architects and homeowners are becoming more aware of its benefits.

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Corrugated Roofing | Standing Seam | Panel Profiles | Pros and Cons

By: Lauren Risotto
February 20th, 2020

The two most popular metal panels on the market are corrugated and standing seam. A corrugated metal roof consists of a formed metal sheet with alternating curved and wavy ribs. The edges of each panel overlap and then are fastened down together. It’s an exposed fastener panel which means the fasteners penetrate the panel.