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What Makes Metal Roofing Panels So Great?

Josh Speraneo • Dec 10, 2019

Why more and more people are choosing metal roofing panels over shingles.

Metal Roofing Panels
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! 

Okay, maybe not in terms of snow… but the retail stores are certainly ready for the holiday season! 

With the holidays come Christmas decorations: Lights, trees, wreaths, and all sorts of flashy yard displays are coming out of storage this month.

For many people, hanging up their Christmas lights may be the one time of year when they really stop to take a look at the roof of their homes. The question is… 

Are you ashamed of your roof?  

You see, some people get up on their ladders and take a look at their roofs, and they love what they see! If you have metal roofing panels, you know the feeling we’re talking about.

Your roofing panels are bright and bold.
  • There’s no rust.
  • There’s no damage from the spring storms.
  • Your roof is as beautiful today as the day the panels were installed. 
But maybe you’ve got shingles instead. Now, it’s entirely possible your roof is fine. Your flat black or gray shingles are all in place. They’re not much to look at, but they’re functional enough to get you by.

However, for many people, their first peek at their roof this time of year is like something from a Twilight Zone episode! They see…

Storm damage they didn’t know about (shingles that are bent or warped with twigs jutting out from underneath).

Numerous shingles are missing in action (blown away by strong winds, leaving sections of your roof unprotected).

Maybe there’s even a weird layer of mold or discoloration (like something out of a sci-fi movie).  The point is, for many people, it’s not a pretty picture up there.

These are the families who over-compensate with lawn decorations to keep your focus off their ugly roofs. (Why else would someone have an inflatable tube-man Santa?)

If you’re a part of this group, we have good news! You can…

Be Proud of Your Roof Again!

The sad truth is, shingles just don’t stand the test of time. 

On the other hand, metal roofing panels can transform your roof from a nightmare before Christmas to a miracle on 34th street (or whatever street you live on)! Here’s how:

The key to a beautiful metal roof lies in the quality of the panels you install. As Central States Manufacturing (our metal roofing panel supplier) points out, the secret is in the Layers of Protection.

As you can see, installing a quality metal roof puts an incredible protective barrier between you and the elements. Not to mention, they look fantastic!

First, your roof will look bright and beautiful for years to come (a benefit of the thick paint on the panels)! 
Second, your roof will keep the moisture out of your home (not just from the strength of the metal, but in the rust-resistant substrate coating as well)!

Third, your roof will stand up to the extreme weather conditions that come with living in this region (with dent-resistant hard steel designed to hold up under hale and other harsh conditions)!

Now, you may be thinking, “That’s all well and good, but a new roof is a big investment. Is it really worth it?”

The Costs of Doing Nothing

At the end of the day, we all know that you don’t have to switch to metal roofing panels. 


However, the truth is, this leaves you exposed to the risks posed by a deteriorating roof:

Invading critters and insects.


Malevolent mold creeping in.


A leak in your ceilings you may not notice until it’s too late.


Not to mention being the eye-sore of your neighborhood. (Yes, they can see past the inflatable tube-man Santa too…)


Here are the questions you really need to ask yourself: 


Is it really worth compromising the integrity of my home (inside and out) to stay in my comfort zone and leave my roof the way it is?

Am I more worried about my family’s health and safety, or saving money by continuing to ignore my dilapidated roof?

Or, the key question: Would it really hurt to check into the benefits of switching to metal roofing panels?

A No-Cost Conversation


We won’t beat around the bush. We love metal roofing panels! 


The bottom line: They’re built to last, they look fantastic, and they protect your home from the elements better than shingles ever could.

But you don’t have to make your roofing decisions based on a single blog. Instead, come on out and visit with us in person!


Bring your toughest roofing questions. (We dare you!) And find out if a metal roof is right for you. 


It won’t cost you a thing to get answers to your questions, and you can walk away with a free consultation as well!


Call or come by today!

You can reach us by phone at 417-673-7077 .


Or come see us at:

23320 Highway 96

Oronogo, MO 64855


Come and see why we’ve been a go-to source for building products in the 4 State Area for over 20 years!


We look forward to meeting you soon! 

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