Now before I start to get any complaints from PETA, I am not suggesting that you put your cat on a hot tin roof. I considered it a clever title given the subject of this post, and let's face it, if you have an adventurous cat he just might jump on top of your roof if his surroundings permit it! Now numerous people want to know what type of roofing materials work best for long term durability. Nothing is more durable than metal, especially if you have a commercial building that does not have to submit to the dictates of a home owner's association. In fact applying traditional roofing materials to a metal building can be quite unwise. This is the reason that you should always attempt to find a qualified professional before deciding what type of roof to put on your house. Here is a great article on how to select a qualified roofing contractor: http://www.roofsareus.com/kansas-city-roofers-near-me/ But what type of roof will be best for your building in terms of longevity? Well Time Carter at AskTheBuilder.com has a great suggestion, the aforementioned tin roof: The second home I owned had a tin roof on two porches. This may not impress you, but I'll bet this does: Consider that this tin roofing was over 100 years old and the pitch of both roofs was nearly flat. Flat roofs take the most abuse from Mother Nature. Both tin roofs were leak-free when I bought the home and for the ten years I lived in that house. I've been gone from that home nearly 23 years and drive by it on a regular basis. The roofs are still there and in great shape. Well noticeably this opinion is coming from a builder. Tin has been around forever, is quite durable, and very easy to install, but there might be better more modern options in terms of metal roofing materials. If we "Ask The Inspector" who does not actually have to put the roof on we get a different perspective. Ari Marantz notes that there are several better alternatives to tin roofs these days: Choosing a higher-quality replacement for your traditional asphalt-shingled roof does pose some challenges, and your question is one that is often explored when the old roofing wears out. I will discuss some of the pros and cons of metal roofing versus regular shingles.I must start by correcting a gross error in your inquiry. Tin has not been widely used for building materials like roofing for many decades. It's far too costly and has been replaced by other metal products like galvanized steel and painted aluminum. As a homeowner that does not have to install the product, it appears steel might be a better option. The biggest issue that you will have to address is the cost of the roof which Mr. Marantz notes might be more expensive short term, but can be quite cost effective on a long term basis. Paul from Alpha Rain Metal Roof goes more into the numbers, explaining why you should pay up to two to three times as much for a metal roof today as opposed to an asphalt roof who goes into the details in this video: As he mentions you can get a higher value of your house if it has a metal roof due to the durability factor as buyers tend to absolutely love them! 75% of the value generally will be recovered on the sale and it most likely will sell more quickly.
Even if you do not sell your house, your paint warranties are going to last longer and you are likely going to have to worry about repairs and patches, or even replacements, much less frequently. But again, it all depends on your individual situation. So basically, metal roofing on a long term basis might be a good idea, particularly if you get a lot of hail damage in your area. However, tin might not be the best long term option given advances in technology. So maybe your cat should be jumping up onto a hot steel roof :).
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