Metal Roofing Articles

Battens or no Battens?

November 7, 2011

Greg from Florida recently sent me this question: Q: I am looking to have a metal roof installed over my existing single layer shingle roof. I have had several estimates from companies but the one difference I see is that some companies want to use purlins (battens) and others do not. Are there a advantages… ( read more )

On The Radio – WELW

August 13, 2011

I had the great pleasure of being a guest this morning on The Home Toolbox radio program on WELW out of northeastern Ohio. I greatly enjoy these opportunities to tell folks about the benefits of metal roofing. If you heard me on the program (or even if you didn’t) and you’d like to visit my… ( read more )

Metal Roofs and Hot Climates

August 7, 2011

Residential metal roofing enjoys especially strong popularity in warm climates. This is because high temperatures and intense sun are especially damaging to roofing materials, prompting homeowners to seek out more durable, lasting, and energy efficient options. Let’s take a look at why metal roofing is popular in hot climates, as well as special considerations to… ( read more )

Todd to Appear On At Home With Gary Sullivan

July 15, 2011

Tune in the weekend of July 16 to the nationally syndicated “At Home With Gary Sullivan” radio program and hear Todd speak on the benefits of residential metal roofing. Gary Sullivan, a well-known home improvement talk show host, will have Todd on his program to share helpful information and ideas about roofing. Todd will also… ( read more )

My Own Metal Roofing Story

May 9, 2011

While I normally try to keep this website focused on answering questions about metal roofing and its benefits, I want to take a moment to share my own metal roofing story. I think it is an interesting one and I hope you will agree. My wife and I bought our current home in 1994. We… ( read more )

Manufacturing Metal Roofing In Ohio

I was recently interviewed by the Ohio Department of Development as to why our company is located in Ohio. My first response was “because I live here” but after getting over that they really did help me look at the great things Ohio has to offer. Every state is great in its own way though!… ( read more )