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Metal Roofing Information

Metal roofing saves you money because it is energy efficient, leading to lower A/C and heating costs. It can also reduce the cost of your homeowner’s insurance, as well as increase the resale value of your home. It’s low maintenance, long lasting and durable, and carries a long warranty.

Metal Roofing History

Metal roofing history dates back to at least 970 B.C., when the temple in Jerusalem was outfitted with a copper roof. This particular style of roof developed an island identity much later when it became popular in the Virgin Islands.

A metal roof is valued for several reasons. Metal roofs are strong enough to resist earthquakes and the strong winds of tropical hurricanes, while presenting a visually satisfying appearance. When coupled with the Dutch-style peaked roof and a decent drainage system, the metal would purify water which could be stored in a container for household use. The metal had the added benefit of being fire-resistant.

Robert L. Merwin & Co., a St. Croix Island based business, was founded in 1892 to import corrugated metal for buildings. They made the product cheaper and much more widely available, which served to increase its use and establish metal roofing as a much more practical and versatile alternative to clay tiles. Popularity for metal as a roofing material has continued to rise rapidly.

The introduction of steel at the turn of the twentieth century, as well as a plethora of advances in the automated manufacturing of metal for construction, has industry statistics projecting that the implementation of metal roofing will triple within the next five years. The latest techniques including, automated roll-forming, coatings, sealants, and fastening systems, have dramatically lowered the cost of steel roofing and only increased its versatility as the variety of colors, textures and styles has multiplied.

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