Signs It’s Time for Metal Roof Replacement

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Even the most durable roofing materials will eventually experience wear-and-tear, and metal roofing products are no exception. While these are some of the longest-lasting roofing materials available on the market today, even they will wear down with enough time – and knowing the signs that this is happening is very important for ensuring repairs or replacements are made at the right time.

At Mid Michigan Metal Sales, we’re here to offer a huge range of metal roofing products for Michigan clients, from metal panels to metal roofing shingles, metal siding and more. Here are some of the telltale signs that it might be time for metal roof replacement, whether we’re talking about certain panels or sections or even your entire roof setup.

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Value of Metal Panels for Post-Frame Buildings

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The use of post-frame construction as a format for various structures has been increasing heavily in recent years, and certain panel and fastener materials tend to be particularly ideal for these applications. Metal panels, especially those with visible fasteners, are some of the most popular for use in post-frame construction – and there are a few key reasons why.

At Mid Michigan Metal Sales, we’re proud to offer a huge range of metal roofing, siding and other building products for clients around Michigan, including exposed fastener metal roof panels and several related options. What exactly is post-frame construction, and what are some of the qualities that exposed fastener metal panels bring that make them ideal for this setting in many cases? Here are some basics.

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Metal Roofs Help Increase Lightning Protection

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There are a few common misconceptions out there surrounding metal roofs and metal roofing products, and lightning risks are a great example. While many people mistakenly believe that having a metal roof puts your structure and its occupants at greater risk of a lightning strike, this simply isn’t true – and in fact, the right metal roof setup will actually decrease lightning risks compared to other roofing materials.

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