Colorado Springs' Best Standing Seam Metal Roofing Contractor
Standing seam metal roofing is made from interlocking panels, which make the seams stand up higher than the roof itself. This interlocking system makes it the strongest, most reliable roofing system on the market today. It is completely waterproof and comes in a variety of colors so you can customize it however you want.
Integrity Roofing and Painting has installed and repaired countless standing seam metal roofs in the Colorado Springs area and surrounds, so our team of expert roofers are on the pulse of new developments and products and techniques. Give us a call today for a free consultation!
Roofs made of aluminum, steel, copper, and corrugated metal are also available from Integrity Roofing and Painting.
Types of Standing Seam Metal Roofing
Standing seam metal roofing comes in a variety of configurations. Each one interlocks a little bit differently, and they all provide different types of protection.Snap-lock roofing systems have special edges that snap together with a male leg and a female leg. It doesn’t require the standing seam metal roof contractor to hand or mechanically fasten because they are secured by a simple click in place. Since this requires less labor, it results in lower costs. Snap-lock roofing can be installed in any environment as long as it is installed according to manufacturer specifications.Mechanical lock roofing systems have edges that line up together. Once lined up, they require the use of a mechanical seamer to bend and secure them in place. They come in single lock and double lock profiles for better performance and insulation in colder weather.Batten panel roofing systems have edges that line up together and are secured by a metal cap to create the seam. Depending on the type of cap, some are more secure than others. The more secure the cap, the better the roofing system will perform in inclement weather environments.Advantages of Standing Seam Metal Roofing
Remember, standing seam metal roofing systems are still metal roofing systems, which means it is amongst the most durable roofing types on the market. Standing seam metal roofs have the extra benefit of concealed fasteners, which are not exposed to the elements that could deteriorate them over time. Its installation is also done in such a way that allows freedom of movement and therefore less breakage.
Standing seam metal roofs are highly customizable, allowing homeowners to choose from a wide range of colors, lengths, widths, thicknesses, and seam types. Importantly, these customizations will not interfere with the stability of the seams, unlike other metal roofing alternatives.Just like other metal roofing, standing seam helps regulate the temperature in the home because it reflects the sun, saving you energy and money on heating and cooling bills.Standing seam metal roofs are in it for the long run! They can last up to one hundred years with regular, professional roofing maintenance and repairs.