When compared to alternative roofing materials, metal offers two major advantages. The first is that it has the ability to be endlessly replenished. It is common for metal roofs to be constructed with recycled components, and any remnants from a damaged roof can be recycled as well. Providing that it is properly maintained, a metal roof has a lifespan of approximately 50 years. This often consists of routine inspections, cleaning, and painting in attempt to detect early indicators of damage and prevent further damage. While installing a new metal roof, it is possible to salvage some of the old material and get some of the money back that you spent on it initially.

 

Second, metals can be combined to form alloys, resulting in a finely calibrated blend of characteristics across a wide range of products to suit all architectural styles and objectives. Metal roofs have progressed by leaps and bounds with each passing decade, while asphalt, clay, and concrete tiles have seen only minor advancements since their inception thousands of years ago in terms of design. When new alloys are discovered and refined, they open up a whole new world of possibilities for roofers and property owners to explore.