Metal roofs typically last for many decades, but there are reasons someone might need or want metal roof replacement in Nassau County NY. Weather incidents, old unattractive roofing and a desire for a change are common reasons. Anyone interested in this home improvement project may contact us at North Shore Roofing & Siding Corp. for an estimate.
Severe hailstorms can damage metal roofing. Small hail is no problem, but a severe hailstorm dropped ice the size of baseballs and tennis balls on parts of Nassau County in 2011. Aside from aesthetic problems with multiple dings and dents and metal, there are functional issues as well. Those cupped areas collect rainwater and particles from trees, dirt in the air and bird droppings.
People who buy an old house may choose Metal Roof Replacement in Nassau County NY because the old roof has rust stains or is not aesthetically appealing. Even though replacing a metal roof is not cheap, people who have the money may choose to do so for aesthetic reasons. This also holds true if they love the old house they bought but really dislike the style of the roof. They may have a vision of how they want the place to look, and roof replacement could be part of that image. Metal roofing has been improved a great deal over the years and it is no longer as vulnerable to the rust and other discoloration that used to develop, as long as it is properly installed and maintained.
If people are already thinking about having a metal roof replaced but aren’t entirely sure, winter snowstorms may push them in that direction. Metal roofs are supposed to be installed so that snow easily slides off them, but that can require certain considerations in design to prevent avalanches in inconvenient areas. If the previous installation causes snow cascading down in front of a doorway, that is probably very bothersome.
An older metal roof may have been made with low-quality materials and the installation work may have been subpar. It may be leaking as well as having areas of discoloration. If homeowners choose to get this roof replaced, they can rest assured they shouldn’t ever need to get another metal roof unless some type of severe damage occurs. In that case, homeowners insurance will cover replacement.