| Question: |
Why
concealed fasteners?
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| Answer: |
Most
metal roofing uses exposed fasteners with a neoprene seal. However,
expansion/contraction ovoids
the fastener holes and sunlight shrinks the washer. Hence,
exposed fastener roofing eventually leaks. The roofing panels
designed by Taylor Metal Products have concealed fasteners which are
not exposed and cannot leak - ever. |
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| Question: |
What
is the recommended application? |
| Answer: |
Taylor
Metal Products recommends laying panels over solid sheathing with 30
lb. felt between panel and substrate. We suggest removing wood
shakes/shingles and installing panels over the skip sheathing using
a vapor barrier paper. If applying over other roofing
materials, your substrate needs to provide solid fastening and a
flat surface for uniformity in panel appearance. |
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| Question: |
How
do I treat valleys, walls, vent pipes, skylights, fireplaces, etc.? |
| Answer: |
Taylor
Metal Products manufacturers and sells all necessary flashings and
accessories for a total metal roofing package. When a standard
flashing will not do, we will make a custom one to provide full roof
protection. |
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| Question: |
How
does the cost compare to other roofing options? |
| Answer: |
On
a functional life basis, metal roofing generally costs one-third
less than composition roofing materials and is approximately
one-fourth to one-half the cost of tile, shake or slate roofs. |
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| Question: |
Besides
being fireproof, are there other safety advantages to a metal
roof? |
| Answer: |
Steel
roofs have the greatest strength per pound of any roofing
material. Strong but lightweight, they are well designed to handle
heavy snow and ice loads, and actually improve structural strength
- important in earthquake and high-wind areas. In fact, a properly
designed and installed metal roof will withstand extreme wind
conditions with wind speeds of up to 140 miles per hour. |
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| Question: |
How
does a metal roof rank from an ecological viewpoint? |
| Answer: |
Steel
is the most recycled metal on earth and can be reused almost
indefinitely without compromising its quality or strength. This
environmentally friendly material is 100% recyclable - composition
shingles: zero percent. According to the National Association of
Home Builders, composition roofing materials make up more than 5%
(1.36 billion pounds) of the waste dumped in landfills each year.
In addition, over ten million barrels of oil are used each year in
the production of new composition roofing materials. |
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| Question: |
Is
there any maintenance required? |
| Answer: |
Not
only are the leaves, needles and moss that accumulate on other
roofing systems unsightly, but they will shorten the life of most
roofs. Steel roofs, with their inherent smoothness, practically
clean themselves. Most manufacturers recommend an annual
freshwater rinsing to remove rain and air borne pollutants. |
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| Question: |
What
about noise from rain and hail? |
| Answer: |
A
metal roof installed over a solid substructure is no noisier than
a typical composition roof. In a modern home, most precipitation
noise is caused by rain or hail on skylights and roof vents.
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| Question: |
What
are the pitch requirements for a metal roof?
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| Answer: |
Amazingly, quite low: as little as 1/2:12 (1/2" to the
foot) for standing seam metal roofs - a definite benefit for many
low-pitch applications. Most other roofing systems require minimum
pitches of 3:12.
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| Question: |
Is
it really suited to our weather?
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| Answer: |
Metal roofing is suited to every climate and season. It
reflects heat, resists snow and ice buildup and sheds rain like an
umbrella. Once properly installed, a metal roof forms a
single-ply
membrane over your home, leaving no place for water to penetrate.
Metal roofing is truly "all-weather gear" for your home.
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| Question: |
Can
you walk on a metal roof?
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| Answer: |
With a 26 gauge or thicker steel roof applied over a solid
backing, no denting should occur. Softer metals, such as copper,
aluminum and lighter-gauge steel, may be susceptible to denting.
When on the roof it is recommended that you wear soft-soled shoes
for both traction and protection of the finish. You should not
attempt to walk on any wet roof.
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| Question: |
Does
it need additional structural support?
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| Answer: |
No. Metal roofs weigh considerably less: one-half to
one-third the weight of a typical composition roof, and one-third
to one-eighth of a slate or tile roof. Metal roofing has the same
minimum structural requirements as a standard composition roof,
and considerably less than those for tile, cement or slate roofing
materials.
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| Question: |
Can
it be installed over an existing roof?
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| Answer: |
In most cases a metal roof can be installed over
composition roofing materials. The condition of the roofing
substructure will be a factor and the building codes in your area
will dictate the number of roofing layers allowed. Because of its
light weight, relative to all other roofing systems, many local
codes will allow installation of a metal roof over multiple
roofing layers where other systems would be prohibited.
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| Question: |
Can
I install it myself?
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| Answer: |
Many homeowners have installed their own metal roofs. There
are many factors to consider in making the decision as to whether
or not to install a metal roof yourself. The most obvious
considerations include: roof size and complexity, construction
skills, access to the required tools, available helpers and
adequate time. Two other critical considerations are safety and
the fact that installation errors may void the manufacturer's
warranty. Because they are experienced, bonded, insured and
provide a labor warranty in addition to the manufacturer's
warranty, professional roofing contractors are usually the surest,
safest and most cost effective way to have a metal roof installed.
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| Question: |
Have
even more questions? |
| Answer: |
Contact
us to get the answer! |
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