FALSE:

In the event of rain, the metal roofs can be noisy.

TRUE:

Metal roofs aren't noisy. This myth is about the noise that rain creates on old structures, or barns, that has a roof made of metal. There's a distinct difference between the metal roofing materials used in a barn and in a residential roof. The foundation, or the base, to which the roofing material is connected to is called decking. The decking that is attached to the roof of a house or structure is sturdy and, together with the underlayment beneath the metal, helps reduce sound, leading to the roof being no more or less loud than a tile or shingle roof.

FALSE:

Metal roofing is heavy.

TRUE:

It turns out that metal roofs aren't heavy. The average metal roof is approximately half the weight of asphalt shingle and 75 percent less weight than concrete tiles.

FALSE:

It's impossible to walk across a roof made of metal.

TRUE:

Of course, you can walk on a roof made of metal. It all comes back to the deck of your roof. If your deck is sturdy, as every other roofing structure, the steel is strong and can withstand the weight of your body.

FALSE:

Metal roofs can get very hot.

TRUE:

In reality, the reverse is actually the case. Well, not necessarily the reverse. Metal roofs are hot. However, certain metal roofs possess reflective properties which help keep your home cooler in summer. For a lengthy explanation, here's the short version: Asphalt shingles absorb heat and keep it hotter for longer. Metal reflects heat and light due to its lower thermal mass. Therefore, when the temperature cools, and the roof is cool, it cools down.

FALSE:

Metal attracts lightning, and so the roof will be hit more quickly.

TRUE:

Nope. Lightning hits the highest point, which means that even if your roof is made of asphalt or tile, it is at a similar risk of being struck, just like a metal roof.

FALSE:

The value of homes for resales is lower due to the fact that people do not like metal roofs.

TRUE:

If the environment is right and with the right home, a metal roof increases the value of a house by anywhere from 1 to 6 percent over a house that has asphalt shingles.

FALSE:

Metal roofs aren't available in the designs or colors a concrete or asphalt tile has.

TRUE:

The color that your roof is made of must complement the style of your house. There are many options for achieving this goal! Color options. Style options. Design options. The possibilities are endless!

FALSE:

Metal roofs are less robust.

TRUE:

What? There's no way! After doing some research, you'll discover that the metal roofing is extremely robust. The price is higher; however, its life expectancy is more than 60 years with no major wear and tear. If installed correctly, the roof of a metal structure will be able to withstand hail, wind, and rain, as well as rodents, mildew, and so on. Metal roofs are also noncombustible, which means that it is fire resistant to the best level that is possible.

FALSE:

The price for metal roofing is about similar to a premium metal shingle.

TRUE:

We'd like that to be the case. However, the typical metal roof will cost 3-4 times more expensive in comparison to asphalt roofing. It's a good investment but, if installed correctly, a metal roof should last at least 60 years.