Trends in Metal Roofing
It may be hard to believe, but we are already entering the final months of 2023! As the year comes to a close, it is important to stay current on the latest happenings in metal roofing to enhance buildings for the better. Let’s take the opportunity to recap Q4 top trends in metal roofing.
Energy-Efficient Roofing Solutions
Metal has gained popularity as being one of the most energy efficient roofing materials available! Unlike shingles or asphalt, metal roofing is highly energy efficient because it reflects the sun’s UV and infrared rays away rather than absorbing them, resulting in a substantial reduction in cooling costs. In fact, a metal roof alone on a building can save homeowners up to 40% in energy costs. Metal roofing also provides excellent insulation, leading to big savings on a property’s overall heating and cooling costs
Additionally, advances in cool metal roofing – the most effective energy-saving finish – have made it more desirable and eco-friendly than ever. Cool metal roofing possesses a highly reflective coating with specially designed cool pigmentation in the paint that increases solar reflectance and decreases the roof’s surface temperature. Cool metal roofing helps reduce the need for air conditioning in buildings and makes unconditioned edifices more comfortable. In recent years, cool pigment technology has become standard in most residential and commercial painted products, and is offered in a variety of colors spanning from light to dark. Additionally, many cool metal roofing systems are Energy Star certified and may qualify for tax incentives.
Eco-Friendly Roofing Materials
In addition to being incredibly energy-efficient, metal roofing materials are eco-friendly in a variety of other ways. Metal is easily recyclable and parts can be reused repeatedly – or “multi-cycled” – without loss of quality. In fact, over 90% of steel buildings can be recycled or reused for another project, making metal significantly more environmentally sustainable than other common building materials, such as wood.
Other environmental benefits of metal roofing include:
- Solar friendly – metal roofs provide an easy, compatible surface for solar panel installation and long-term durability.
- Greenhouse gas emissions in metal production have decreased substantially in recent decades due to recycling, waste reduction, manufacturing technology advances, and other factors.
Innovative Roofing Designs
When it comes to metal roof designs, the industry is getting more innovative day by day! Emerging trends and creative applications hitting the metal roofing scene include:
Expanding colors — Many metal roofing professionals (including Helix!) offer a wide palette of colors featuring both light and dark hues to best match your home exterior, surrounding landscape, and your creative vision. Greens, in particular, have become a popular choice in 2023.
Unique additions — It’s not just about metal rooftops, anymore. Custom designed metal gutters, windrow trims, wall panels, crown molding, and more are becoming commonplace in buildings.
Simple, clean roof line — This look allows you to save on material while making the metal aesthetic front and center!
Metal roofing can also enhance the aesthetics of a property and its overall curb appeal in a myriad of ways:
- Adding a sleek, modern twist to complement a historic or storied building or structure.
- Bringing a unique character to a home and making it stand out in the neighborhood.
- Customizing a building to match your vision with the multitude of colors and profiles available!
Staying up-to-date on metal roofing trends helps homeowners and businesses alike ensure their properties and building projects are reaching their full potential. Whether for energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, or design innovation, consumers are turning to metal for their building project needs.
Have a new metal roofing or siding building project in the works? Helix Metalforming is here to bring your custom vision to life, providing over 50 years of service, experience, and knowledge. Contact us today for a free quote!
