“Metal Roof of the Month feature: Metal Roofing Systems

Like many homeowners, Barb and Tom Bruns of Wisconsin were dreading having to replace their roof.  Let’s be honest – nobody dreams about the day when they can re-roof.  The humble roof just doesn’t get that kind of love and devotion.

However, by working with MRA Contractor Member Metal Roofing Systems (http://www.beautifulroofs.com), the Bruns found the process quick and painless, and are raving about the results.

“We love our new metal roof. We chose Country Manor Shake style. It turned out more beautiful than we had ever imagined!” explains Mrs. Bruns.  ”I must say it’s one of the best home improvements we have made to our 21 year old home. The house now has a real ‘wow’ factor that’s even visible from down the street! It’s an amazing facelift to our home. It’s got the neighbors and passersby stopping to admire.”

Comments like these make Metal Roofing Systems’ owner, Jack Gugger, proud of both his team and the product line he sells.  His company has been an MRA contractor member since 2006, and they install metal roofing products by MRA member Classic Metal Roofing Systems (http://www.classicmetalroofingsystems.com/).  After working as a general home improvement contractor for many years, Gugger changed his business model to take advantage of the growth opportunities in the metal roofing industry.

“The kitchen and bath business was very complex and time-intensive as it involved multiple choices for each project.  For example, we could spend two weeks discussing just one element, such as a countertop, presenting a homeowner with 30 different material choices, plus additional choices in colors and textures,” said Gugger.  “The competitive landscape is also very cluttered in the home improvement market.  Now that my company focuses on metal roofs, my overhead is lower, and I offer a unique product that is frankly simpler to sell.  All homes need a roof, while not everybody needs an addition, or an updated kitchen.”

Freeing homeowners from another dreaded home maintenance chore is one of the strongest selling points for metal roofs.  Gugger explains that the subdivision where the Bruns live is dominated by cedar shake wood roofs that are easily damaged by sun or mold, and require regular cleaning and maintenance.

“Now instead of paying big bucks every few years to clean and seal our old wood shake, we can sit back and enjoy the beauty of this maintenance free metal roof! We’re thrilled to be free from one more maintenance item,” said Bruns.

Gugger is also pleased with the value he gets from his MRA contractor membership, citing the organization’s strong internet presence, consumer awareness activities and lead generation as the top benefits.  “Our MRA leads are the least expensive lead that comes in the door,” said Gugger.  “Like any leads, they need to be qualified and consistently worked, however, I’ve made many sales from the MRA leads I receive.”

For metal roofing in Wisconsin, contact the state’s premier metal roof provider, Metal Roofing Systems. We provide metal roofing for the cities of Milwaukee, Racine, Madison, Waunakee, Waukesha, Stoughton, and the entire southern portion of Wisconsin. And our mission is to provide customer service and products so superior that we will remain the standard by which all our competitors will have to measure themselves.

According to the National Roofing Contractors Association, the popularity of metal roofing in Wisconsin has increased dramatically over the past decade, a clear sign that homeowners and builders are growing more and more aware of this product’s benefits and durability. Metal roofs are favored for their fire-resistant qualities, longevity, and speed of installation by a qualified metal roof contractor such as Metal Roofing Systems.

Get Your Metal Roof in Wisconsin from a Trusted Metal Roof Provider, Metal Roofing Systems

Today’s metal roofs offer the following advantages:

• Metal Roofs are lightweight–less than 1/3 the weight of asphalt shingle roofs and framing, and one twentieth the weight of concrete roofing systems.
• A Metal Roof will not rot, crack, crumble, split, break or burn – in fact our metal roof panels and standing seam, interlocking systems are designed to last for a minimum of 100 years.
• Metal Roofs are made from 95% – 98% recycled steel and aluminum material and are 100% recyclable, unlike petroleum-based asphalt roofing.
• Metal Roofs with our patented Kynar/Hylar 5000 finish have coatings that prevent 75% to 80% of the sun’s energy from being absorbed into the roof; and the Kynar/Hylar will not deteriorate, flake like paint – in fact, under testing, the fading over a simulated 20 years is not even noticeable to the majority of people.  The Kynar/Hylar finish is designed with minimal fading in mind as the roofs should last at least 100 years.
• A Metal Roof can reduce roof surface temperatures by 60 to 70 degrees.
• Metal Roofs are available in a wide variety of styles and custom colors including our Oxford Shingle, Rustic Shingle, Country Manor Shake, and ClickLock 15 Standing Seam Aluminum Roofing.

Metal Roofing Systems Is at the Forefront of Offering Environmentally Friendly Metal Roofs

• Wisconsin Metal Roofing is durable and maintenance free and designed to withstand the extremes of Wisconsin winters including testing for 120 mph winds (lab tested to 200 mph) and designed to withstand class H-4 impact ratings for hail (the best in the industry).  Additionally, the metal roofing can withstand heavy snow and ice loads, and, there is no additional risk of lightning strikes with our metal roofing systems than traditional wood frame asphalt roofing.
• A Metal Roof increases a building’s value and lower’s insurance costs as our roofs have the highest fire ratings in the industry.
• Metal Roofing is an ideal platform for integrating solar electric and solar thermal renewable energy solutions.
• A Metal Roof can earn up to 25 U.S. Green Building Council LEED credits.
• Learn about energy-efficient metal roofing systems

We offer a huge selection of metal roofs in many styles and colors at Metal Roofing Systems. With all the advantages of metal roofing, choosing a metal roof for your newly built or newly remodeled home from Metal Roofing Systems is an easy choice.

You Can Get Your New Metal Roof in Wisconsin Today from Metal Roofing Systems. Order Your New Metal Roof from Us Now!

Call Toll Free: 1-855-678–ROOF (7663)
In Madison, Wisconsin: 1-608-663-2687

In Milwaukee, Wisconsin: 414-727-1810

www.BeautifulRoofs.com

Snow guards for metal roofs prevent the dangerous movement of frozen precipitation on a sloped roof by suspending it in a holding field so it can melt completely or drop off in small amounts. Snow guards are a critical element in protecting not only roofs and gutters from damage, but the people below them as well, i.e. six people were injured prior to the 2011 Super Bowl when ice from Cowboys Stadium (Dallas, TX) fell on them.

Your New Metal Roof with Snow Guards from Metal Roofing Systems Will Last and Look Great for Up to a Century

Mounting Snow Guards

Metal roof snow guards are roof-mounted at spaced intervals and in two or more rows near the edge of a roof. Moreover, the snow guards for metal roofing need to be mounted in the lowest portion of a roofing panel where the snow and ice actually moves. The flat surface should stand at least the height of the seam, creating a connected field to hold snow and ice stationary until it can melt off safely. The idea is that, as snow and ice back up against the guards, it will harden and create a dam. In turn, the ice dam will prevent the mass of snow from sloughing off the roof all at once in a single avalanche.

Contact Our DIY Program to Learn How to Install Your Own Residential Metal Roof Snow Guards from Metal Roofing Systems

Snow Guard Styles

The metal roof snow guards come in different styles so that snow and ice must either:

1. Pass over the surface of the mounting base before being halted by the perpendicular face;
2. Pass halfway over the mounting base; or
3. Encounter the perpendicular face first, so that snow and ice do not pass over the mounting base at all.

Our snow guards for metal roofing are a cost-effective, long lasting, aesthetically pleasing snow retention solution for any metal roof or standing seam metal roof located in a snow-prone climate.

Metal Roofing Systems’ New Metal Roofs, Including Snow Guards, Come in Many Styles and Colors. Contact Us Today to Place Your Order!

Call Us Toll Free at: 866-Wis-Metal (866-947-6382)
In Madison, Call: 608-663-2687

In Milwaukee, Call: 414-727-1810

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A residential standing seam metal roof is constructed from many interlocking metal panels that run vertically from the ridge to the eave of the roof. The interlocking seams (where the two panels join) are raised above the roof’s flat surface — resembling a little mountain peak — for easy water run-off.

Your New Residential Standing Seam Metal Roof from Metal Roofing Systems, Will Last a Lifetime

Standing seam roofing is suitable for either spanning across purlins (horizontal roof beams that support the rafters) on typical spacing, or laid directly over rigid insulation and/or other roof types. Many combinations of panel widths, seam profiles, and rib heights provide extensive design flexibility. In addition, residential standing seam metal roofing comes in a variety of colors and sizes to achieve an array of visual effects to match your architecture.

Qualities of a Residential Standing Seam Metal Roof

A residential standing seam metal roof boasts many qualities and advantages that account for its popularity among Americans:

• 1)   A standing seam residential metal roof requires next to no maintenance, and will not crack, shrink, erode, or perforate.
• 2)   Standing seam roofing provides extreme weather protection, including durability against hail and rain, and resistance to high winds and heavy snow loads – it is the most stable form of roofing during hurricanes.
• 3)   Standing seam metal roofs are 100% recyclable and fire resistant, meaning they will not burn or support combustion (in fact, our roofing has the highest commercially available fire resistance rating).

Attend Our DIY Program Seminars to Learn How to Install Your Own Residential Standing Seam Metal Roof from Metal Roofing Systems

• 4)   A raised seam metal roof is energy-efficient. With its highly reflective capability, it reduces the sun’s intensive heat thereby reducing cooling costs.
• 5)   Residential metal roofing is made of lightweight materials that do not require additional framing, which means extra roof space for insulation for you.
• 6)   A standing seam metal roof is fairly quiet having essentially the same noise level as asphalt, clay, or wooden roofs.

Our skilled professionals are able to install residential standing seam metal roofing extremely quickly. The quick installation and easy accessibility make a residential standing seam metal roof cost relatively inexpensive (particularly once you factor in the lifecycle of the roof); and it can even be installed over existing asbestos or asphalt roofs where local ordinance permit.

Our Residential Standing Seam Metal Roof, ClickLock 15, Comes in Colors to Fit Any Home or Church. Contact Metal Roofing Systems to Place Your Order Today!

In Southern Wisconsin, Residents Please Call Metal Roofing Systems Toll Free: 855-678-ROOF (7663)
Madison Residents Call: 608-663-2687

Milwaukee Residents Call: 414-727-1810

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Did you know that by installing permanent roofing made of metal, you could reduce your tax burden, cut energy costs, help the environment, and protect your biggest investment – your home? Or that permanent metal roofing can decrease the chances of roof collapse during earthquakes, heavy Wisconsin snowstorms, and protect the home from sparks during wildfires? Yes, permanent metal roofing systems have many advantages over conventional roofing systems.

The Next Generation of Permanent Metal Roofing Is Here!

Contractors Can Order Permanent Metal Roofing Systems (Panels and Interlocking Shingle Systems) Directly from Metal Roofing Systems

Advantages of Permanent Roofing Materials

1. 1. Expected Life. Our permanent metal roof carries a lifetime warranty and a 40-year transferable warranty to the homeowner in case you sell your home and move. It also carries a 30-year “no fade” warranty (up to five Hunter E units) that will ensure your finish will last through the years of environmental abuse. A permanent metal roof will last for the lifetime of your home; and it also increases your home’s value.
2. Virtually Maintenance Free. Our permanent metal roof will not peel, crack, or blow off in high winds like asphalt shingles can. And it is resistant to fire, mildew, insects, and rot.
3. Reduces Energy Costs. Our permanent metal roofs are Energy Star^® certified, which means they will reflect a substantial portion of the heat of the sun away from your house instead of absorb the heat as asphalt roofing does. This Energy Star^® rating makes new, metal, permanent roofing eligible for a tax credit worth 30% of the material costs, up to $500 per home. To qualify, the metal roof must be installed between January 1, 2011 and December 31, 2011. The timing couldn’t be better to choose a durable, eco-friendly metal roof.

Contact Our DIY Seminar Program to Learn How to Install Your Permanent Metal Roofing or for General Information about How We Install Roofs

Call 1-855-678-ROOF (7663) to See if Your Home Qualifies for Our “Showcase Home Discount”

1. Recyclable/Environmentally Friendly. Made of non-toxic, non-combustible, post-consumer waste, and up to 98% recycled aluminum materials, our permanent metal roof is 100% recyclable at the end of its lifecycle.
2. Cost Effective. While initially rather expensive to install, the fact that you only have to install our permanent metal roof once in your lifetime makes it an investment-grade roof. Asphalt and wood shingles will have to be replaced up to 5 times in the same time period (and this does not include maintenance replacement of portions of a roof).
3. American Made. Since it does not require crude oil in its manufacture (as asphalt does), our metal permanent roofing is manufactured entirely from American resources.

As you can see, a permanent roof from Metal Roofing Systems has many advantages that make it the most energy efficient, environmentally friendly and cost effective roof on the market today!  Contact us for installation in Madison, Milwaukee, Waunakee, Waukesha, Racine, Stoughton, and in towns throughout southern Wisconsin.

Get a New Permanent Metal Roof Today from Metal Roofing Systems!

Call Toll Free: 1-855-678-Roof (7663)

For a New, Permanent Metal Roof Price Quote and Installation, Residents of Madison, Milwaukee, Stoughton, Waunakee, and Other Wisconsin Suburbs, Please Call Us at:

1-608-663-2687 or 1-414-727-1810

www.BeautifulRoofs.com

We have five metal roof styles that we offer our customers in Wisconsin: Rustic Shingle, Oxford Shingle, Clicklock 15, Country Manor Shake and IB Flat Roofing System. Let’s take a quick look at each one of these styles of metal roofing that can enhance homes and structures throughout southern Wisconsin, including residents of Madison, Milwaukee, Stoughton, Waunakee, Waukesha, Racine and other communities.

Metal Roofing Systems’ Style of Metal Roofing Will Add Real Lasting Value to Your Home or Church

Call Metal Roofing Systems Toll Free: 855-678-ROOF (7663)

Rustic Shingle

Available in a variety of colors, our Rustic Shingle metal roof is designed to replicate the rich, inviting beauty of traditional wood. And our Rustic Shingle has the added benefits of reducing your energy costs and needs no expensive maintenance.

Oxford Shingle

Our Oxford Shingles’ low profile metal roof duplicates the classic, simple look of architectural slate shingles. And has long-lasting beauty and efficiency that no other types of metal roofing can.

Clicklock 15

Clicklock 15 Premium Aluminum Standing Seam metal roofs are designed to be technically superior to other systems as they feature all-concealed fasteners; and they provide allowance for expansion and contraction as well.

Our Metal Roof Styles Are a Must for Discriminating Homeowners and Church Parishes and Church Boards

Country Manor Shake

Country Manor Shake interlocking metal roofs offer your home the charming beauty of hand-split, cedar shakes without the problems traditionally associated with this style of roofing materials. This metal roof type is an investment in the aesthetic and financial value of your home.

IB Flat Roofing System

Also offered in a variety of colors and flat metal roofing styles, our IB Flat Roofing System roof’s specially formulated, PVC membrane reflects most of the solar heat that would otherwise penetrate inside your business – like it does through conventional flat roofing.

No matter which metal roofing style you choose, you will be completely satisfied…and that is guaranteed! Since you demand the best, you must insist on having your new metal roof installed by Metal Roofing Systems. With our superior craftsmanship and outstanding customer service, we are Wisconsin’s top choice for the best metal roofing products available.

Metal Roofing Systems’ Metal Roofs Come in a Variety of Metal Roof Styles and Colors to Fit Any Home or Church. Contact Us to Place an Order.

Call Metal Roofing Systems Toll Free: 855-678-ROOF (7663)

Madison Residents Call: 608-663-2687

Milwaukee Residents Call: 414-727-1810

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A key part of any ventilation strategy on a metal roof is a metal roof ridge vent, which exhausts hot air from the highest point in your attic, without help from fans or blowers. All it needs is a balanced amount of fresh air entering the attic, usually through soffit vents (also called under-eave vents), gable vents or both. Effective metal roof ventilation using a metal roofing ridge vent lets you cut your air-conditioning bill by up to 30%, and helps your metal roof shingles last longer, too.

Check Out Our DIY Program to Learn How to Install Your Own Metal Roof Ridge Vents in Madison or Milwaukee from Metal Roofing Systems

Ridge Vent Installation Preparation

Metal roof ridge vents adjust to different roof pitches and come in painted metal versions. To estimate how many feet of vent you will need, just measure the length of the roof peak or ridge, minus any sections interrupted by chimneys or sidewalls.

Things You Will Need:

• Roof ridge vent (sold in linear feet)
• Roofing nails
• Roofing straps
• Carpenter’s hand and power tools

Our Metal Roofs and Metal Roof Ridge Vents Are Environmentally Friendly

5 Easy Steps for Installing Metal Roofing Ridge Vent

1. Insert the end plug and connect the metal roof ridge vents with the connectors provided.
2. Cut the end of the vent to fit flush with the end of the ridge. Be sure to insert the end plug.
3. Align the joined ridge vent sections over the slot cut in the ridge peak.
4. Fasten them in place with 2″ roofing nails.
5. Place straps over the joints and fasten them into place with roofing nails. There you have it…you are done!

Attend one of our seminars in Madison or Milwaukee.  Metal Roofing Systems provides professional installation of a variety of energy efficient, metal roofing systems in Madison, Milwaukee, Stoughton, Racine, Waukesha, Waunakee, and throughout southern Wisconsin.  Contact us for residential installation.

Our Metal Roofs Along with Metal Roof Ridge Vents Come in Styles and Colors to Suit Your Decorating Tastes. Place Your Order with Metal Roofing Systems Today!

Call Us to Place an Order or for Questions

Toll Free Calls: 866-Wis-Metal (866-947-6382)
In Madison: 608-663-2687
In Milwaukee: 414-727-1810

www.beautifulroofs.com

Professional or DIY Roof Ridge Cap Installation

We are going to show you how easy it is to install a metal roof ridge cap because metal roofs are now a commonly used roofing material, which will make them a desirable choice when you have to replace your next roof. Metal roofing systems consist of only a few major components: roofing panels, flashing and roof ridge caps. The roof ridge cap is mounted along the top ridge of the roof structure, and is designed to join the materials on different roof surfaces. The metal roofing ridge cap is the last part to be installed, and requires the same equipment to install as the rest of the metal roofing panels.

Contact Our DIY Program to Learn How to Install Metal Roof Ridge Caps in Milwaukee, Madison, Racine, Stoughton, Waunakee or Nearby Towns from Metal Roofing Systems

Equipment You Will Need:

• Electric drill
• Roofing screws (2-inch)
• Metal roofing ridge caps

Top Quality Metal Roofs in Many Styles and Colors Are Available at Metal Roofing Systems!

Easy Directions

1. Set a metal roof ridge cap panel at the end of the ridge of the roof, making sure it overlaps the metal roofing panels by about 2 inches (unless otherwise noted in roofing panel specifications).
2. Drive metal roofing screws into the panel, about 1 inch from the edge, and 12 inches on center.
3. Work your way down the rest of the roof ridge, overlapping ridge cap panels about 2 inches over the previous panel, and fastening as done in Step 2. Overlap the final panel as much as necessary to line up its edge with the edge of the roof. And you’re done! Good job!

We Specialize in Training DIYers to Install Their Own Metal Roof with Metal Roof Ridge Caps.  Place Your Order Today from Metal Roofing Systems.

Call Us to Place an Order or for Questions

Toll Free: 866-Wis-Metal (866-947-6382)
Madison, Wisconsin: 608-663-2687
Milwaukee, Wisconsin: 414-727-1810

www.beautifulroofs.com

Metal roof insulation will not only reduce the energy demands of your home but it will save the earth and reduce global warming. Metal roofing insulation will keep your home warm in Wisconsin winters, cool in the summer, and significantly reduce your utility costs. Contact Metal Roofing Systems for an estimate on an entire roof or the best insulating materials – we serve Southern Wisconsin including Milwaukee, Madison, Racine, Stoughton, Waunakee and other communities.

Learn About Our Metal Roofing Insulation from Metal Roofing Systems

Call Metal Roofing Systems Toll Free: 1-866-947-6382

Three Types of Heat Loss or Gain

Buildings lose or gain heat from a combination of three basic ways: Conductive, convective, and radiant. Metal roofing is the most conductive roofing material among the common roofing material choices. Conductive heat loss, however, is the least significant contributor to the total heat loss or gain of a building.  Learn about environmentally friendly roofing materials and be sure to “go green” with roofing products from Metal Roofing Systems.

What is R-value?

Metal roof insulation “R-value” is a measure of thermal resistance, or resistance to the flow of heat, of an insulator. In general, the larger the R-value, the more effective the insulating material is.

Contact Our DIY Program to Learn How to Install Metal Roofing Insulation

There are different types of metal roof insulation to choose from for residences and other structures. The best choice for you will meet your insulation needs and fit your budget.

Basic Choices for Metal Roofing Insulation Materials:

• Fiberglass batt insulation is the itchy stuff most people are familiar with. It’s your least expensive choice.
• Rigid board insulation is a more expensive option. It’s easy to work with and has a high R-value per inch.
• Bubble insulation is not reliable.
• Radiant barrier insulation can be used in conjunction with thermal insulation or independently.
• Spray foam is a large-scale version of what comes out of a can. Fire retardant can be added to the mixture.

Metal roof insulation materials are a green solution to reducing your heating and cooling costs. Be mindful of any health hazards associated with the material you are considering. Check the manufacturer’s MSDS for known health concerns and protection.

Contact Metal Roofing Systems Today to Place Your Order for Metal Roofing Insulation

Call Metal Roofing Systems Toll Free: 1-866-947-6382

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Metal roof installation instructions will give you the techniques you need to construct a metal roof accurately. The following information will let you learn how to install metal roofing. You will need to obtain for the roofing materials first. Learning and understanding the metal roof installation procedures will then enable you to follow the process in a stepwise manner.  Attend Our DIY seminar to learn about roofing installation.  Of course, Metal Roofing Systems will gladly offer homeowners a metal roof estimate in Madison, Milwaukee, Stoughton, Waunakee and other Southern Wisconsin communities.

Metal Roofing Systems’ Metal Roofs Are Easy to Install and are Environmentally Friendly

Materials Required

• Flashing
• Ladder
• Nails
• Coating layer
• Metal roof panels/shingles
• Metal snips
• Wooden stapler
• Counter flashing

Check Out Our DIY Program for Metal Roof Installation Instructions

Basic Instructions on Roofing Installation

1. First, determine the type of roofing you want and then procure the metal roofing materials accordingly. Interlocking metal roofing systems, panels, metal shingles, etc., containing all the essentials are available at roofing supply companies, such as Metal Roofing Systems.
2. Place the ladder firmly on the ground and attach it to the roof. Wear non-slip shoes while climbing the ladder.
3. Remove existing roofing materials. The shingles can be easily loosened with chisel and hammer. Take them out and then replace with new ones or metal shingle systems.
4. The entire roof base is then covered with a roofing paper, tacked in place with a wooden stapler.
5. The perimeter of the roof is edged with the metal, which comes along with the standard kit. The edging is nailed across the metal with a hammer.
6. Now each panel is laid across the frame of the roof. The panels are overlapped with the next (2-3 inches) with a hammer. Spacing is approximately 1 foot.
7. Steel/tin/aluminum snips are cut out according to the size of the panels and roofing dimensions. They are interlocked with the base of the roof.
8. Trim kits and flashing materials are then installed over the panels for the shiny effect. This step completes the metal roofing installation process, usually followed by do-it-yourselfers who want to install a metal roof in the most cost effective way. Installing a metal roof yourself has never been easier.

We Specialize in Metal Roof Installation and Instruct Do-It-Yourselfers (DIY’ers) How to Install Their Own Metal Roof.  Place Your Order Today from Metal Roofing Systems.

Call throughout Southern Wisconsin: 855-678–ROOF (7663)
In Milwaukee, Call: 414-727-1810

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