Hurricane Ian ravaged Florida and the rest of the Southern U.S. on September 28th. Many lost their lives, and thousands who were displaced returned to devastated homes and communities. Sadly, many lost their lives as well. Here in northern Wisconsin, we were not much impacted by this storm as it moved through the southern and … Read more
You have choices when considering a new roof for your northern Wisconsin home. Some options are better than others. However, aluminum roofing is always a great choice. Here’s some history on aluminum and an explanation of why it’s excellent roofing material. According to aluminum.org, two scientists on opposite ends of the world discovered how to extract … Read more
Home heating and cooling have become crucial globally; solutions that work together to move towards an energy-efficient home are increasingly valuable. One change many homeowners should consider is switching out their existing roof for reflective metal roofing. Why Reflective Metal Roofing for Northern WI & the U.P? Our metal roofs employ heat-reflective coatings that lower … Read more
When it’s time to buy a new roof, you can save money with metal. Here are just 4 ways an investment in quality pays you back while adding value to your home. Eliminates roof replacement cost Works well with solar panels Reduces your energy costs Minimizes roof maintenance costs An American metal roofing provides many … Read more
A common myth about metal roofing is that it costs more than common roofing materials, like asphalt. A metal roof usually costs more than an asphalt roof here in northern Wisconsin and Michigan’s UP. However, over time, the total investment is less with cold-weather protection from damage, low maintenance, long life, and home value. It’s … Read more
Re-roofing can be a painful process, but it doesn’t have to be. Finding the right roof for your northern Wisconsin or UP home will include some decisions on how you want your new roof to perform. The first step to a worry-free roofing future is to set your criteria. The metrics you use to choose … Read more
Roofing, just like technology, is following Moore’s Law which addresses the ever-increasing speed of change and advancement. We are seeing a rapid succession of product developments, and the inclusion of technology in such roofing areas as measuring, marketing, estimating, visualizing, and sales. These are exciting times. The Hall of Fame hockey player Wayne Gretzky often … Read more
Recently, we have been looking at topics about metal roofs that we often find that even contractors do not fully understand. In this post, we will talk about metal roofing rust and cut edge protection. For you, as a property owner, that boils down to “How can I ensure that my metal roof won’t rust?” … Read more
Buying a new roof can be a financial journey. Taking the long view when making your purchasing decision protects your investment in your home, as well as offering protection for all your home contains. Let’s take a look at 3 things which could be on the horizon: On the Horizon: Home Value Most homeowners care … Read more
The short answer is “yes” to a new metal roof for your old house. Let’s look at some attributes of metal roofing that lend themselves to older homes: Beauty. It’s interesting to see how a metal roof can add beauty to any older home, so we invite you to take a look at a just … Read more