How long will a metal roof last?
When most people ask, “How long will a metal roof last?” they are trying to understand the value of metal roofing and are interested in it or interested in learning a little more about it. At Tri County Metals, we think it’s a valid question, with several different and relevant answers.
How long a metal roof will last often depends on the make-up of the metal roofing panel.
The longevity of a metal roof is largely determined by what it is comprised of, so when we think about answering the question of how long will a metal roof last, we firstly have to consider what material the metal panel is made of. Tri County Metals prefers Galvalume® (a patented coating originally owned by the Bethlehem Steel company, now owned by BIEC International Inc, consisting of 55% Aluminum and 45% Zinc) for our base substrate, either as mill-finish or if we have it painted. The Galvalume® warranty is 25 years whether you use mill finish or prefer one of our 40 plus colors painted over Galvalume®. Many Galvalume® roofs out in the market today are well over 40 years old, so we think you can expect 40 to 50 years as a fair assessment. What material would you like to use, Mill finish or Painted?
How long a metal roof will last can depend on the paint system used to coat the metal roofing panel.
As you explore the topic of how long will a metal roof last, it’s important to point out that our painted products are coated with Sherwin-Williams Industrial Cool Roof paint systems. All indicators are a painted metal roof can last well over 50 years. We believe this is a good and fair expectation for a metal roof. The warranties are for 35, 40 or even as many as 45 years for our “Platinum 45” extended warranty following certain roof applications guidelines.
How long will a metal roof last – there are many examples of metal roofs well exceeding 50 years of life.
When it comes to the topic of how long will a metal roof last, one of the best proofs are the real-life examples of metal roofs that have lasted for generations. We at Tri County Metals are not only passionate about manufacturing and selling metal roofing, many of our employees also own homes with metal roofs or come from families who have enjoyed the longevity and reliability of metal roofs for decades. As a result, many Tri County Metals employees have strong emotional connections to metal roofing, as it has protected their families from significant weather events, including hurricanes. In some examples, the adjacent homes without metal roofing saw significant roof damage and water intrusion, while the home with metal roofing sustained only minor damage. Consider this video as an example
How long will a metal roof last – it’s an investment in your home and family
For many of those who will build a home, own a home and need to replace the roof, the investment of a metal roof is a sound choice. As outlined here, a metal roof will last for 50 years or more given the right line up of color selection and quality of panel like those you will find here at Tri County Metals. That makes metal roofing a choice that will last potentially beyond your own lifetime, and will allow your home and family to remain safe for many years.
Thank you for your interest in Tri County Metals and our metal roofing products.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us at any of our numerous location if we can answer any questions for you.