Reroofing in the Gulf Coast: A Homeowner’s Guide – Part 3: Metal Roofing – The Reliable Roofing Choice

By Stacy Mellete

Metal didn’t always have a good reputation as a roofing option because of the material’s natural weakness against moisture. Roofs are supposed to protect you from the rain, right? While metal generally does rot when exposed to constant moisture, metal roofing is a different thing because it has evolved to address this very concern.

The result? A roofing option that won’t back down from heavy rains, which is characteristic to the Gulf Coast.

How has metal roofing evolved?

Metal roofs in the past only relied on paint for protection. Once the paint chipped or peeled, the material was exposed, making it likely to develop rust. However, technological improvements have been developed to take metal roofing to the next level. These include:

  • Galvanization. This refers to the process of applying a layer of zinc coating on steel or iron during production, preventing moisture from triggering oxidation, the chemical process that causes metal to develop rust.
  • Protective Coating. This refers to painting and the use of other kinds of weather-resistant coating to form a physical barrier keeping moisture from coming into contact with the metal material.
  • Rust-free Metals. Some metals, like alloys and aluminum, are completely immune to rust.

Other Advantages of Metal Roofing

Metal roofs are incredibly durable but that’s not all they have to offer. For instance, they come in a range of profiles and can be painted in a wide array of colors so you’re sure to have a metal roof that complements your home’s appearance perfectly. Metal roofs are also energy-efficient, releasing heat quicker than any other roofing material to keep heat absorbed into the home to a minimum. This helps stabilize indoor temperature easily, preventing your cooling system from working overtime to keep you comfortable in a climate like the Gulf Coast’s.

Stone-coated and metal roofing are just two of the roofing options available to you in the market but they are two of the best to consider if you’re reroofing in the Gulf Coast. To learn more about the roofing materials or if you simply have other questions about roof replacement, don’t hesitate to get in touch with your local contractor for assistance.

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