Steel roofing is getting more and more popular among Vaughan homeowners who want a roof that’s strong, long lasting and will preserve their investment for generations. Steel is one of the most popular metal roofing material used today. It has great performance and overall value which makes it very attractive for houses and businesses of all sizes. We install steel roofs all over the Toronto area at Professional Roofers Toronto. We have experience with many steel roofing products and installation methods available in the market today. A Roof Inspection helps identify wear, damage, and potential issues before they become costly problems. Regular Roof Inspection services ensure your roofing system stays safe and reliable.
Steel roofing is known for its great strength to weight ratio which makes it easier to install and use over time. Steel roofing is very strong and can withstand bad weather like strong winds, heavy snow and hail that can damage it. But it’s still lighter than traditional heavy materials like concrete tile, clay tile or natural quarried slate. Because of this good weight property, steel roofs don’t put much stress on your building’s structure. In many cases, steel roofing can be installed right over existing roofing materials without needing to do expensive structural reinforcement work that would add to the cost of the project. Steel construction is very strong so it doesn’t get damaged easily by falling tree branches, hail stones, wind blown debris and other common hazards that often damage softer roofing materials like asphalt composition shingles or natural wood shakes which can crack or split.
One of the main reason why steel roofing is getting popular is that it lasts much longer than other types of roofing materials. Steel roofs can last 50 years or more if installed correctly by expert roofers and maintained regularly. That’s two to three times longer than asphalt shingle roofs. This increased durability means you will replace your roof much less often over the life of your building which will save you a lot of money in the long run, building ownership over many decades. Steel roofing is more expensive to install than asphalt shingles but it lasts much longer and needs very little maintenance making it a very cost effective choice when you look at the total cost of ownership over the full expected service life of the roofing system.
There are many types of steel roofing materials and each one has its own set of performance characteristics that makes it better for certain uses and weather conditions. Galvanized steel has a zinc coating that protects the steel underneath it from rust and corrosion that can weaken the structure. This conventional choice has been a reliable choice for the roofing industry for many years and still offers long lasting protection at a fair price. Galvalume steel has a unique protective coating that combines aluminium and zinc in a way that makes it even more resistant to corrosion than galvanized steel alone. This makes it especially useful in coastal areas or places with very harsh weather and lots of moisture. Most modern steel roofing products use Galvalume as the base material since it works better and lasts longer in tough situations. Stone-coated steel roofing is made up of structural steel panels with an acrylic base layer and decorative stone granules that are firmly attached to the visible surface. The finished product looks like traditional shingles or tiles but has all the benefits of steel construction underneath the decorative surface layer.
The coating and finish of steel roofing products have a big impact on how they look and how well they perform over time when exposed to the weather all the time. Painted steel roofing uses high quality baked-on finishes that come in a wide range of beautiful colours. These finishes are made to last for many decades of being outside in the sun, rain, snow and extreme temperatures without fading, chalking or peeling. Most of these high quality coating systems come with manufacturer’s warranty that lasts between 25 to 35 years. That means your roof will look great for a long time without needing to be painted or refinished. Some of these advanced coating formulas have specific reflective pigments that bounce solar heat away from the building. This makes the building much more energy efficient by keeping the inside spaces much cooler during the hot summer months. Roof Maintenance extends the life of your roof by addressing minor concerns early and preventing major repairs. Consistent Roof Maintenance keeps your home protected year-round.
Steel roofing works well in Vaughan’s weather all year round. Steel roofing is better at handling the winter weather’s frequent freeze-thaw cycles than many other types of roofing materials. This is because steel doesn’t absorb moisture that can freeze, expand and cause cracks or structural damage that makes the roof less waterproof.
We only use high quality steel roofing components from well known manufacturers that offer full warranty on their materials. We also have the technical skills to install steel roofing properly.
