Lifespan: One of the single most common reasons to invest in a metal roof for a home or business is to take advantage of the immense longevity on offer. Most asphalt shingle roofs last 20 to 25 years and then must be replaced. A metal roof, on the other hand, can last between 40 and 70 years depending on the type of metal chosen, the specific roofing system used, and the skill of the installation team. That more than doubles the lifespan of your roof in comparison with traditional options, perhaps even tripling your roof’s lifetime.
Maintenance: Metal roofs require very little in the way of maintenance. For instance, the only real maintenance you’ll need to do to the roof itself is periodic cleaning of dirt and mildew that might accumulate overtime. Of course, it is essential that you perform this task safely.
If you are unable to clean your roof safely, we highly recommend hiring a professional to handle the task for you. In addition to cleaning the metal roof panels themselves, you will also need to clean out the valley or other low-slope areas of the roof. The gutters must also be cleaned out frequently to prevent water from damming and backing up under the roofing and into your home.

Stability and Durability: You will find that metal roofs are incredibly stable and durable. In fact, depending on the material chosen, your roof will be able to withstand hurricane-strength winds of 140 miles per hour and even higher with the right roofing system. This is one reason that correctly installed metal roof systems are recommended by FEMA for use in high-wind regions, such as in Tornado Alley, and in the Gulf South states, where hurricane-force winds are a possibility. Depending on the thickness, or gauge, of your roof, this material is also incredibly impact-resistant and not susceptible to spark or lightning-induced fire hazards.
Eco-Friendly: If you’re interested in doing your part for the environment, metal roofing systems are environmentally friendly, especially when compared to traditional asphalt shingles.
Metal roofing has significantly lower levels of carbon emissions and pollution during their manufacture, and they can also help home and business owners reduce their electricity consumption by providing better temperature control. Sheet metal is also frequently made with up to 95% recycled content, making it an eco-friendly and green solution.