Metal Roofing
Understanding Metal Shingle Roofs
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Get clear on the specifics of metal shingles. It can be difficult to understand the strengths and weaknesses of different shingle materials. Scouring the internet for answers will often leave you with ambiguous information. Having an in-depth understanding of the term “roofing shingles” is ...
High-performance Athletic Center Gets a High-performing Metal Upgrade
By Metal Construction Association. Northern Arizona University athletic center gets a sleek new look with metal wall panels. The Student-Athlete High Performance Center at the Northern Arizona University recently got a new look with the help of metal wall panels. The 72,000 square-foot center for training, medicine and academic support ...
How to Outlast the Elements
By Mike Gwizdala, EXCEPTIONAL® Metals. Metal roofs are meant to stand up to nearly all environmental struggles; discover how this building material can benefit any structure. It doesn’t matter if you live in the lines of hurricanes or in hailstorm alley, the odds are that extreme weather will strain your ...
This Black Metal Barndo is a Triple Threat
By Evelyn Witterholt. With a beautiful exterior made of metal, glass and wood, it’s easy to see why this Oklahoma barndo stands out from the rest! Barndominiums, a.k.a. ‘barndos’, have been on the rise across the southern U.S. for quite some time now, and it’s no wonder why. Homeowners who ...
Finally, a Roof With Brawn and Beauty
By Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA). New roof on this Oregon home protects against the elements while adding a healthy dose of curb appeal. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know that when it comes to curb appeal, the roof can make or break the home design. That being ...
Metal Roofing Clips Explained
By Holly Roenicke, EXCEPTIONAL® Metals. Why are standing metal seam roof clips important? Learn everything you need to know about this seemingly small aspect of metal roofing. There is more to a metal roofing project than just panels and frames. It is easy to overlook metal roofing clips in a project because ...
When is the Best Time to Buy a Portable Roof Panel Machine or Gutter Machine?
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here are the considerations you should be making regarding the best time to purchase a portable rollforming machine. Although the price of a portable rollforming machine is one of the top considerations you’ll be making before purchasing one, you should also be thinking about when the best ...
Try the Holy Grail of Metal Sealants for Free
By Cass Jacoby. Titebond® WeatherMaster™ Metal Roof Sealant is the high-performance sealant that lets you deliver peace of mind to your customers. As a roofing contractor, you know just how tricky it can be to bond something to metal. The first challenge is finding a sealant that can adhere ...
5 Must-have Tools for Any Sheet Metal Business
By Cass Jacoby. Ready to upgrade your sheet metal tools? Look no further than these select tools from John Stortz & Sons. John Stortz & Sons are well known for their hand tools and carrying some of the best specialty roofing tools, including a wide range of hand tools like ...
Stay on Top of Your Game this Winter with MCA’s Winter Meeting
By Cass Jacoby. The MCA Winter Meeting is taking place January 22 – 25, 2023 in Clearwater, Florida; register now to attend! Winter is an invaluable time when contractors develop their skills and focus on educating themselves, which is why the Metal Construction Association has designed this event so ...
