Frequently Asked Questions About Metal Roofing & Cladding

Please find some of our most frequently asked questions on metal roofing and cladding below. Remember if you have any questions please feel free to get in contact with us here.

We are based in Kent, south east, but we supply our expertise and metal roofing services all over the UK so please don’t hesitate to get in contact.

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Does a metal roof cost more than a typical roof?

Metal roofing is a premium product and therefore can cost more than an asphalt shingle roof. That said, metal roofing is comparable in price to tile roofing, and if you were looking at a new slate roof, you can expect a new metal roof to cost less.

Plus, installing a new metal roof can reduce any ongoing energy bills due to the increased insulation and could also add to the resale value of your property.

How much longer will a metal roof last than common roofing like asphalt or wood shingle?

A newly installed metal roof would be expected to last at least 2 to 3 time longer than a regular roof. In general a metal roof will last 40 to 60 years and beyond!

Is metal roofing noisier in bad weather than asphalt, cedar shake, tile and slate roofing?

Zinclad install metal roofs with solid sheathing, this will silence noise from rain, hail and bad weather as well – if not better – than any other roofing material.

How will a metal roof stand up to extreme weather?

Zinclad installed metal roof’s can withstand decades of abuse from extreme weather like high winds, heavy snow, hailstorms, and even wildfires. Metal roofing has a 140-mph wind rating, meaning it can withstand wind gusts up to 140 miles per hour.

Is a metal roof environmentally responsible?

Not only are Zinclad installed metal roofs great for your home, they are also great for the environment. The recycled content of the steel in a metal roof is about 28% from production to installation to reuse – far superior to asphalt.

Would a metal roof be too heavy for certain types of homes, or for smaller structures like a detached garage or porch?

You’ll be surprised to learn that a metal roof is, on average, 50% lighter than an asphalt shingle roof, and 75% lighter than concrete tile, fiber cement shakes and slate. With metal roofing, weight on a structure is never an issue.

On average Zinclad installed metal roofing is 50% lighter than an asphalt shingle roof, and 75% lighter than concrete tile, fibre cement shakes and slate. With Zinclad metal roofing installations, weight on a structure is never an issue.