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How hail size impacts roof damage
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Hailstorms can be unpredictable. Find out which hail sizes can leave your roof vulnerable to damage. For homeowners and building owners in hail-prone regions, taking proper precautions before and after storms is crucial to maintaining the integrity and health of their roofs. Hail damage ...
Upgrading durability, reliability and aesthetics with DECRA Metal Roofing
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. Learn from this case study about building a roof designed for surviving a Canadian winter. This case study begins with Charley Lortie, a roofer and building owner. He found a rundown Ottawa apartment building in 1978 and saw a myriad of possibilities. While dilapidated, the building ...
How metal roofing stands up to rust and corrosion
By DECRA Metal Roofing. A comprehensive look at the different types of metal roofing and their resistance levels. Home and building owners looking to invest in a metal roof might express concerns about the potential risks of rust and corrosion. This is a common worry many contractors hear from customers, ...
Why metal roofing is a top choice for modern barndominiums
By DECRA Metal Roofing. Nothing complements the aesthetics of a barndominium like a sleek, modern metal roof! As the farmhouse aesthetic and a desire for modern, spacious homes rises in popularity among homeowners, barndominiums, or “barndos,” are seemingly starting to pop up left and right across the country. ...
What to look for in a roofing contractor
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. Researching contractors before you start your project is invaluable. Use this guide to help you find your next metal roofing contractor. Are you in need of a new metal roof but don’t know where or how to start the process? Many people will only have to ...
Top August stories: Building community, energy efficiency and synthetic slate
By Dani Sheehan. Catch up on the latest stories with these top articles on AskARoofer™ from August 2024. The roofing industry prioritizes community, and it’s always great to read about how contractors continually show up for their communities. Freedom Roofing, Windows and Siding LLC in Woodville, Ohio, surprised a local ...
3 key advantages of metal roofing
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Learn about the power of metal roofing and what it can do for your next project! As the second most popular roofing material in the United States, metal roofing stands out amongst other traditional options, like asphalt shingles and clay tiles because it is ...
Stone-coated metal: The best of both worlds
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Stone-coated metal roofing truly offers an ideal balance between performance and visuals. Building a high-end home often involves balancing the aesthetics of the design with durable, high-performance materials that ensure long-lasting quality. This is one of the reasons that metal roofing, which is ...
Energy-efficient roofing for California homeowners: Meeting Title 24 requirements
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Understanding Title 24 and the cool roof movement in California. As California is one of the most highly populated states in the U.S., the government has worked to create unique solutions to the challenges that come with that population density. Since the 1970s, they ...
Two top tools for working with stone-coated metal roofing
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. Learn why the Swenson Shears, Cutters and Benders should be in the toolbox of every metal roof installer. As the original manufacturer of stone-coated metal roofing, the team at DECRA Metal Roofing knows the importance of having the right tools on the job. Being well equipped ...
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