Metal Roofing in Seattle

When it comes to choosing roof materials, there are several great options available to you including metal. Whether you are installing a roof on a new home or replacing an old, damaged roof, you may want to consider metal roofing. Pro Roofing NW has installed many of the latest metal roofing systems on homes and businesses all over the Seattle area, and we can help you, too. From selecting the right metal roofing system to providing expert roof installation, we treat every roof like it's our own.

Some of the benefits of a metal roof include:

• Metal shingles last much longer than asphalt or wood shingles, and can last a lifetime with professional installation and maintenance.
• Metal roofs are designed to rapidly shed water, a useful trait in the rainy Seattle area.
• The rain-shedding ability of metal shingles also extends to snow buildup, avoiding moisture buildup and clogging.
• Metal roofs are highly resistant to wind damage, preserving the like-new appearance of the roof over time.
• Metal roofs have built-in fire resistance due to the non-flammable shingles.
• Surprisingly lightweight, a metal roof can be installed on top of the current roofing system.

When people think about metal roofing in Western Washington, they most often assume that it looks like plain sheet metal. Although sheet metal roofs have their own aesthetic appeal, they aren’t for everybody. What home and business owners may not know is that there are now many metal roofing systems that look like shingles.

The Downsides of a Metal Roof

At Pro Roofing NW, we want to help you make the best decision for your home. While metal roofing has many advantages, there are also downsides to installing this type of roofing system.

Some of the reasons why metal roofing may not be right for you:

• While long-lasting, metal roofs are pricier for the initial install, typically twice the price of asphalt roofs.
• Unshielded metal roofs are noisier under rainfall than other roofing options.
• If a metal roof is painted, the color will need to be occasionally re-applied.

To help with your decision, contact Pro Roofing NW. You can talk to a representative, and we can send out one of our mobile showrooms and see the variety of metal roofing available to you. We can also assess your roof for metal vs. other options and discuss with you the various factors involved for your home. We’ll even provide complimentary estimates on any of your roofing options.

Common Metal Roof Myth Busted

One of the most common myths about metal roofing in the Seattle area is that it’s dangerous during storms. Some believe that lightning will strike the metal and start a fire or damage the home. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. The fireproof metal disperses the electric energy and keeps the interior of your home safe. And because of the durability of the metal, the roof can withstand damage from inclement weather like hail, wind, rust, and snow, generally without need for repairs even when other roofs need it.

Is It OK to Install a Metal Roof Over Shingles?

For most Western Washington homes, metal roofs can be installed over shingles providing it’s up to building codes. This can help prevent the messiness that comes with tearing out existing shingles. Professional and experienced metal roof installers are recommended to prevent mold and rot from vapor getting trapped between the metal roofing and the older roof beneath.

Schedule Professional Metal Roofing in Western Washington

Whichever type of roof you decide is right for you, you’ll want the top experts in the area to install it for you. In King County, Pierce County and Snohomish County, Pro Roofing NW has award-winning craftsmen who take the time to do it right. We even stand behind our work with a Lifetime Craftsmanship Warranty to give you the peace of mind you deserve.