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2 RetroFit Roof System Hat Channel every 4 OC 2 Armco Standing seam Panel Like an old high-mileage car, eventually it costs more to maintain an old roof than to replace it. But apart from roof failure and damage from water infiltration, there are many other reasons to retrofit a roof. - Beautify a building and increase its value - Enhance the thermal efficiency of a building by adding insulation - Meet or exceed new building codes for wind uplift and thermal performance - Lower energy costs by taking advantage of new cool roofing technology - Choose roofing materials and systems that last longer and require less maintenance - Affordably rehabilitate an existing structure rather than build new.

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8 What is a Standing Seam Roof? A standing seam roof is made of interlocking panels that run vertically from the top of the roof to the eaves. There is an interlocking seam between each panel which is raised so that water runs off without making it through the panels edges. This roof required a special seaming tool which locks two roof panels together. The metal used is galvanized steel, which is puncture resistant and can withstand even the most extreme forces of nature. Metal roofs have several distinct advantages: Energy Efficiency No water absorption Fire Resistant Reflects the sun and reduces cooling requirements Light in weight Installed over an existing roof Long lasting-with a year lifespan! Environmentally correct, using up to 50% recycled materials Great weather resistance Adds value to a home Lasts 2-3 times longer than asphalt or shingle roof Requires little maintenance Faster application than other roofing systems Not susceptible to termites, mold, rot or fungi High heat resistance in fire

9 On site Roll forming. we create our roof panels, flashing and custom trim on the job site. This creates a perfect fit, the first time, and superb quality control and waste free work. We believe we do problem solving. Provide technician to operate equipment.please call today to see how your solution can be created through steel roofing products! Why Standing Seam? Last much longer than Shingle roofs, and is competitively priced, and an affordable investment Will not burn or support combustion, resulting in lower insurance rates. Reflects the sun, keeping the interior cooler in the summer. Does not absorb moisture and won t chip. Is Light Weight, about one third the load of shingles. is as quiet as shingles - about 30 decibels. is more wind resistant than conventional materials is less susceptible to lighting strikes than other roofing. An average roof is replaced or repaired every 8-12 years. Choosing the correct materials can save you money, lower energy costs and increase your curb appeal, as well as great defense against the elements. Steel roofing can withstand small explosions, earthquakes, hurricanes, floods and tornadoes. Shingles are the most common roofing material in the United States. They can be made from fiberglass or paper products, mixed with asphalt and colored granular materials. They are cheap and easy to install, but only last a decade. The materials can be easily damaged by wind and heat, and can loose their appearance because of peeling, curling, and streaking of color. When they need replaced, they require disposal in the environment.

10 NOT JUST METAL, BUT STANDING SEAM! There's metal roofing, and then there's a particular type called standing seam metal roofing. Houses in your neighborhood with metal roofs most likely are of the standing seam variety. Continuous panels run from the ridge of the roof all the way down to the eaves. Between the panels are seams connected by fasteners which are raised above the level of the metal roofing. This is where we get the term standing seam, because the seam is raised or standing, as opposed to flush-mounted. Seam Fasteners: These seam fasteners might be anywhere from 0.5" to 2" high. Because these fasteners are concealed, you only see a smooth continuous ridge extending from top to bottom. Pre-Formed vs. Site-Formed: Roof panels can come either pre-formed or site-formed. Pre-formed panels are created in an off-site factory. Site-formed panels are created from rolls of metal that are run through mobile forming machines which crimp the metal into rigid panels. Composition and Width of Panels: 16 to 21 inches wide, panels are usually made of Galvalume-coated steel. Advantages High Seams: One great advantage of standing seam metal roofs is contained in the name itself: seams, the weak point in any roof and a potential entry point for moisture, are raised above the level of the roofing panel. You can't say this for composition shingles. Fewer Seams: Because the metal panels run unhindered from the top to the bottom of the roof, not only are there no horizontal seams but in total the roof has a far fewer number of seams. Tough: Yes, metal is tough--very tough--but it's not impervious to all hazards. The sheet metal in this type of roofing can be penetrated by heavy falling limbs or dented by a severe hailstorm. Long-Lasting: With proper maintenance, you can expect your metal roof to last between 30 and 50 years. "Cool Roof": All metal roofing in general is considered a "cool roof" by the US Environmental Protection Agency. This is because metal roofing can be painted any color, including colors on the lighter end of the spectrum which will prevent solar heat gain. Sleek Looks: Standing seam roofs are perfect for certain types of contemporary or country-style houses. Due to the smooth, straight lines, these roofs give your house an "industrial" feeling, yet with a modern flair. These are not the rippled tin roofs that you might remember from warehouses of the past. Colors: I mentioned this earlier, but only in terms of lighter, sun-reflecting colors. But what about style? Metal comes in a decent array of colors: grays, browns, forest greens, earthy reds. Perhaps this isn't the full palette of colors as you might find at a paint store, but it's more than you'll find with composite/asphalt shingles. Disadvantages Fewer Roofers: Shake a tree and a hundred roofing contractors who install conventional roofs will fall out. But far fewer contractors install metal roofing, and fewer still install them well. This means that you will be searching longer for a good roofer and that total project cost may be higher because competition in the market is lessened. Cost: Metal is considered a moderately-expensive roofing material (more expensive than conventional shingles, but less than high-end slate or copper). However, metal's higher cost can be amortized via its longer lifespan.