Standing-seam panel roofing is the most common type of metal roofing for residential builds. Panels usually run vertically and are made of aluminum or galvanized steel, but in some cases they are made from zinc and aluminum-coated steel. Since the panels are painted they offer many different color options. Metal roofing is ideal for restoring older homes that were originally fitted with metal roofs.
Metal roofing is a light material suitable for covering older roofs and could even be layered over composition shingles (depending on local codes). For roofs that have irregularities, narrow, texture and dull-finish panels are the best choice. Metal roofing can cover a roof with a slope of 3 in 13. Other metal roof Denver residents sometimes choose can work on roofs with slopes as sloght as 1/4' in 12. However, the experience and special equipment needed will required a skilled contractor for this metal roofing installation.
Installing metal roofing is a process that involves laying 12-16.5 inch panels and correctly joining them at the seams, wall flashing, valleys and ridges. The panels are pre-cut to the exact length ordered up to 40 feet long. Metal roofing can be applied to plywood decking with an underlayment of 30 pound felt. Laying and joining the panels is not difficult, but handling eaves, rakes, edges, wall flashing and ridges require an experienced roofer.
