4 reasons to invest in aluminum

By Classic Metal Roofing Systems, an Isaiah Industries brand.  

Once you narrow down your roof decision to metal, the benefits of aluminum make it a top option moving forward. 

Metal roofs are rising in popularity, and it can be tricky to decide which metal is best for your home. There is a plethora of metal types that can be used — aluminum and steel are the most common — but how do you know which one to choose? 

Because aluminum is lightweight, durable and recyclable, since its discovery in 1865 it has been a common material used for automobiles, airplanes, various building products, solar panels and more. With those benefits, it has sky-rocketed in popularity for roofs! Here is a list of reasons aluminum can be the right fit for your next roof.  

Four reasons why aluminum is the right roofing choice 

1 - Aluminum roofing is durable 

Some people think aluminum is flimsy or unsuitable for protecting their homes. Aluminum shingles and standing seam panels are highly durable.  

Aluminum shingles are strong enough to stomp on! Much of this strength comes from the material and interlocking design. The best ones can withstand hail, severe storms and high winds.  

Despite its strength, aluminum’s low weight reduces structural stress, a massive boon for older homes. It also allows for installation over existing asphalt shingles. Many building codes allow for multiple roofing layers, saving you money as your roofers don’t have to tear the old roof off.  

2 - Aluminum roofing is sustainable 

Perhaps the most significant advantage of aluminum is its sustainability. A Classic aluminum roof is manufactured with up to 99% recycled material and is recycled at the end of a long life. The bulk of this recycled material is post-consumer. Compare this with asphalt shingles, which contribute billions of pounds to landfills yearly. 

Environmentally friendly roof: The classic solution 

Aluminum recycling is a closed loop, so it starts as waste aluminum, is recycled into usable aluminum, and restarts the process. It’s incredibly efficient to recycle aluminum, only consuming 5% of the energy compared to making new material. Also, per aluminum.org, 75% of existing aluminum is still in use today, whether in its original application or recycled and performing a new function. 

3 - Aluminum roofing makes a design statement 

Aluminum roofing offers flexibility in appearance.  Our roofs come in a wide range of colors and finishes making it easy to find the perfect match for your home. And our high-quality Kynar™ coatings will last for decades without fading. 

Beyond color, aluminum allows for a variety of styles and shapes. Standing seam roofs are long vertical panels, and aluminum shingles mimic the shape of tile, slate, shake or asphalt shingles. So, whether you choose a contemporary standing seam, a low-key shingle or a bold tile, an aluminum roof makes a statement. 

4 - Aluminum roofing saves energy 

Your roofing choice will impact your future energy demands and costs. Aluminum is an energy-efficient metal. Unlike asphalt, which holds the day’s heat for hours, aluminum quickly radiates heat back into the air.  

A Classic aluminum roof addresses all three forms of heat transfer: radiant, conductive and convective – for a roofing system with maximum energy efficiency. Learn how our aluminum roofs keep your home cooler while reducing energy usage.  

Original article source: Classic Metal Roofing Systems