Metal Roofing

If you're looking for a new metal roof we can help. There are so many choices and styles to pick from but we can show you the benefits of each. Metal roofs come in so many colors and it can get overwhelming. Luckily our manufactures have the tools to help you make the right choice.

The first choice you will need to make is if you want an exposed fastener roof or hidden fastener roof or maybe even a stamped metal roof. This will be your first choice to make.

Exposed Fasteners - Exposed fastener systems use a screw with a sealing washer to fasten the panels to the roof. These screws are seen from the ground hence the phrase "exposed fastener". There are a variety of profile available with this option. These panels are an economical choice for many residential and light commercial properties.

Hidden Fasteners - Hidden fastener systems have no visible screws and are also called standing seam. Since these systems have no exposed screws they require less maintenance and are more weathertight than exposed systems. Standing seam roofs are a great choice for high end residential properties and preferred for commercial for the low maintenance.

Stamped Metal - This type of metal is stamped out of a template to look like another product. Using this method you can get the benefits of a metal roof with the look of tile, shingle, or shake. There are many options to choose from to fit the design you are looking for.

Advantages of Metal Roofs

Metal roofs offer many benefits, including:

Longevity. Metal roofs can last 40-70 years, depending on the type of metal. Traditional asphalt roofing materials have an estimated life expectancy of roughly 12-20 years.
Durability. If installed correctly, some metal roofs can sustain wind gusts up to 140 miles per hour, will not corrode or crack and may be impact-resistant (depending on which product you choose). In addition, metal roofs don't need the periodic costly maintenance that other roofing materials often require. However, they should be inspected periodically to make sure no repairs are required.
Safety. Metal roofs will not spark and ignite into flames during a wildfire or lightning strike.
Energy efficiency. Metal roofs reflect the suns UV and infrared light rays that contribute to roof surface radiant heat, which can result in a 10-25% reduction in cooling costs.
Environmentally friendly. Metal roofs not only have 25-95% recycled content, depending on the material used, but are also 100% recyclable at the end of their life as a roof. In contrast, most shingle tear-off waste ends up as part of the building-related waste stream — up to 20 billion pounds per year.

Disadvantages of metal roofs

Despite their many advantages, metal roofs have some potential drawbacks.

Affordability. Metal roofs can be as much as two or three times more expensive than other roofing materials. While the life of a metal roof is much longer, investing in a metal roof only makes sense if you plan to stay in your home long enough to enjoy the cost benefits.
Noisiness. Metal roofs may be more noisy during a heavy rain or hailstorm than other products depending on the type of decking used during installation (spaced or solid). Adding more attic insulation can sometimes solve this problem, but that may increase costs.
Expansion, contraction and fasteners. Metal roofing material assemblies that are attached as large panels are designed to expand and contract as they warm and cool. However, both exposed and concealed fasteners have varying lifespans. Depending on the climate, neoprene washers and the screws used during installation may degrade and become dislodged over time.
Inconsistency of color match. If a repair is required or a home extension is added years later, it may be difficult to find an exact match to the existing metal.
Performance. If water accumulates anywhere on the roof because of poor-quality installation or repair, it can eventually cause serious damage. Low-grade metals may also be thinner gauge and less durable. Some metals rust in certain climates or dent more easily than others during hailstorms or installation.

Metal Manufacturers

Your success is our success, as the Southeast’s trusted choice for metal roofing for over two decades, Gulf Coast Supply & Manufacturing has set out to provide the best value in metal roofing through product availability, fast and reliable service, and industry expertise. We offer start-to-finish metal roofing products.

Protection, Value, Beauty

Protect your family with the home protection only a metal roof from Tri County Metals can provide. They deserve the best. According to the Metal Roofing Alliance, a metal roof can save as much as 40% on the energy cost to cool and heat your home. With long lasting, Sherwin-Williams' paint finishes, your new metal roof will be beautiful for decades.

On Top of what matters, the perfect complement to any structure, Drexel Metals engineered metal roofing provides more benefits than eye-catching aesthetics. Energy saving benefits, a lifetime of protection and more, our metal roofing systems deliver technical advancements, while maximizing cost efficiencies and sustainability. For almost 30 years, our passion for delivering industry-leading innovation has earned us the reputation as the premier name in metal roofing.