Metal roofing: Are zinc roofs good for your Charlotte home?

As metal roofing is rapidly becoming a more popular roofing choice, in Charlotte NC, residents are stuck when choosing the best metal roofing materials for their home. One popular choice among residents is Zinc.

When compared to other roofing materials like copper and tin, zinc has its unique characteristics, pros, and cons. Keep reading to know if zinc is the best proof choice for your home.

All about the zinc roofs
Maybe you have been looking to change your room for a while now, you are probably in the market for new roofs. You might have your eyes on the zinc roof because of its beauty.

One great feature about zinc roofs is that they can last for about a hundred years. It is more durable and flexible when compared to the other roofs.

While zinc roofs are very popular in Europe, Charlotte residents are now picking up the trend. This is no surprise because he has amazing advantages whatever other metal roofing materials.

Advantages of Zinc roofs
1. More Longevity
Yes, metal rules and known for lasting long but zinc roofs last longer than any other metal roof material. While others last for about 80 years, zinc roofs last for over 100 years. If you're thinking of building a family home that will last you for generations then a zinc roof is the best choice for you.

2. Flexibility
Zinc is very flexible and can be designed into any beautiful shape. You have a choice about any design that you want. This adds beautiful aesthetics to your roof and beautifies your house.

3. Recyclable
Recyclable zinc is 100% recyclable, that is why it can last for over 100 years. So, when is zinc roof is replaced, it can be recycled? During the recycling process, the initial energy of the zinc metal is preserved. Compared to other roofing materials, it takes less floor to create zinc.

4. Self-healing
Zinc roofs form an oxidation layer called patina. The patina is what protects these include from scratches and rust, such that when there is a scratch it heals by itself with time.

5. Low maintenance
Because of the patina, zinc roofs require very low maintenance. They are fire-resistant and also very resistant to exposure to wind and sun. as long as the roof is properly installed there will be no need to continuously maintain it.

Disadvantages of Zinc roofs
Although zinc roof is very good, it has some disadvantages when compared to other types of metal roofing.

1. Slow to heal
Although zinc roofs can be self-healing, the healing process can be very slow to heal. It could take about 2 years but, in most cases, it takes 30 years. This is mostly affected by the climate of the region.

2. More problems with an improper installation
Like other roofs, when there is a poor installation, it negatively affects the roof. For example, when a zinc roof is not properly installed, there would be space for corrosion to occur. This causes moisture to get trapped, which eventually leads to molds and leaks on the roof.

3. Expensive
The cost of zinc roofs — when compared to other metal roofing materials — is very expensive. This is understandable due to the fact of its superior qualities to the others. For a single sheet, the minimum cost is $10/sq ft.

This is quite expensive, but like the saying goes "If you want something really good, be willing to pay for it".

Installing a zinc roof by Charlotte's #1 roofer
Metal roofing is a great roofing choice but it requires a professional roofer to install. Likewise, when installing a zinc roof, it is preferable and safer to hire a professional roofing contractor to ensure that the roof is properly installed.

Advanced Roofing and Exteriors offers commercial roofing and residential roofing services to Charlotte NC and surrounding areas.

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