DECRA Metal Roofing

Your roof could win big: Enter DECRA’s 2024 Project Competition

November 17, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Enter the 2024 DECRA Metal Roofing Project of the Year Competition today! The 2024 DECRA Metal Roofing Project of the Year Competition is now open. Contractors from across the country are encouraged to enter and showcase their residential and commercial projects featuring DECRA Metal ...

The ultimate energy efficient roofing solution

November 16, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Do metal roofs offer home and building owners better energy efficiency than traditional roofing materials? The experts explain. In a steadily rising climate, energy efficient building solutions are becoming increasingly popular. As the roof of homes and buildings are directly exposed to ...

Yearly maintenance for DECRA metal roofs

October 12, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Pro tips for keeping DECRA metal roofs clean and long-lasting. Maintaining the beauty and durability of a DECRA metal roof requires regular cleaning to prevent the build-up of dust, dirt and organic growth like algae, moss and mildew. This guide provides you with ...

How hail size impacts roof damage

September 26, 2024 at 9:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Hailstorms can be unpredictable. Find out which hail sizes can leave your roof vulnerable to damage. For homeowners and building owners in hail-prone regions, taking proper precautions before and after storms is crucial to maintaining the integrity and health of their roofs. Hail damage ...

Upgrading durability, reliability and aesthetics with DECRA Metal Roofing

September 13, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. Learn from this case study about building a roof designed for surviving a Canadian winter. This case study begins with Charley Lortie, a roofer and building owner. He found a rundown Ottawa apartment building in 1978 and saw a myriad of possibilities. While dilapidated, the building ...

How metal roofing stands up to rust and corrosion

September 7, 2024 at 3:00 a.m.

By DECRA Metal Roofing. A comprehensive look at the different types of metal roofing and their resistance levels. Home and building owners looking to invest in a metal roof might express concerns about the potential risks of rust and corrosion. This is a common worry many contractors hear from customers, ...

Why metal roofing is a top choice for modern barndominiums

September 5, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

By DECRA Metal Roofing. Nothing complements the aesthetics of a barndominium like a sleek, modern metal roof! As the farmhouse aesthetic and a desire for modern, spacious homes rises in popularity among homeowners, barndominiums, or “barndos,” are seemingly starting to pop up left and right across the country. ...

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3 key advantages of metal roofing

August 29, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Learn about the power of metal roofing and what it can do for your next project! As the second most popular roofing material in the United States, metal roofing stands out amongst other traditional options, like asphalt shingles and clay tiles because it is ...

Stone-coated metal: The best of both worlds

August 22, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Stone-coated metal roofing truly offers an ideal balance between performance and visuals. Building a high-end home often involves balancing the aesthetics of the design with durable, high-performance materials that ensure long-lasting quality. This is one of the reasons that metal roofing, which is ...