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Debunking 4 Common Myths About Metal Roofing

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If your home's traditional asphalt-shingle roof is due for replacement, it's a good idea to explore your options. Rather than having another asphalt roof installed, it might make more sense to install a metal roof. Unfortunately, there are a lot of myths floating around about these types of roofs. By being aware of the truth behind these myths, you can make a better informed decision regarding which roofing choice is right for you.

Myth 1: You Lose Cell Reception Inside a Home With a Metal Roof

One of the most common myths that scares homeowners away from metal roofing is that it'll prevent you from getting cell phone reception in your home. This simply isn't true, and it's unclear where this myth originated. You'll enjoy the same cell service regardless of your roofing type. In fact, many industrial and commercial buildings use metal roofing already and don't have any issues with cell service.

Myth 2: A Metal Roof Will Get Struck By Lightning

It makes sense that homeowners might be concerned about a metal roof making a home more prone to being struck by lightning. However, homeowners can rest assured that homes with metal roofs are at no greater risk of being struck by lightning than homes with asphalt roofing. That's because the framing and underlayment used in metal roofing is non-conductive. Generally, lightning will strike the highest object in a given area, regardless of the material it's made out of.

Myth 3: Metal Roofing Will Be Easily Dented By Hail

Another myth about metal roofing is that it will be easily dented by hail and will thus have a dimpled appearance after the first hail storm it endures. This is another myth that makes sense, but it's still not true. In fact, metal roofing is designed to be more durable in a hail storm than a traditional asphalt roof due to its high impact resistance rating and heavily-textured surface.

Myth 4: A Metal Roof is Too Loud During a Rain Storm

Finally, if you're worried about a metal roof being too loud during rainfall, think again. So long as the insulation in your home is adequate, a rain storm will be no louder in a home with a metal roof than it would be with an asphalt one. That's because metal roofing is designed with textures folds, which help to reduce the pinging noise you would expect from rain falling on a metal surface. Contact a roofing company like JD Metals for more information on metal roofing.


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