Metal roofs have a lot to offer. Despite the higher up-front cost, a metal roof is likely to be a cost-effective choice in the long run. That’s in no small part because they can last anywhere from 40 ...

Standing seam metal roofing costs $16,400, on average, to install with an estimated low cost of about $14,000 and a high cost of $19,000. Standing seam metal roofing is a popular choice due to its ...

Many renovated buildings replace wood and masonry structural elements with steel. The replacement of heavy wooden roof and floor joists with the lighter steel open-web bar-truss joists is a common ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

With 62% of roofing contractors expecting their metal roof sales to rise in 2024, there’s a reason why metal roofing material has become so popular. Metal roofs offer several benefits, such as ...

Shingle roofs are generally less expensive and easier to install than metal roofs, but metal roofs are more durable and last much longer. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are ...

Can you avoid tearing off your old asphalt shingle roof by putting a steel roof over it? Maybe. Most codes now allow no more than two layers of roofing before requiring a complete tear-off. So, if ...