By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Craft a roof that stands tall against the south’s rhythm of rain and heat from the sun. The weather in the south can be highly unpredictable and known to change fast. You know what they say, “If you don’t like the weather, wait five minutes ...
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. Discover how metal roofing's strength and longevity compare to the versatility and aesthetic appeal of synthetic roofing materials. Roofing materials can be divided into two main categories: synthetic and composite. Synthetic roofing consists of materials fabricated from artificial compounds, such as rubber (EPDM) and plastic polymer, ...
By Anna Lockhart. This award is presented to contractors and their teams for their hard work, dedication to craftmanship and the uniqueness of their projects. Each year, DECRA announces a metal project of the year, awarding a contractor and their company for their hard work and talents in ...
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. In 1901 asphalt shingles revolutionized the industry, now innovative technology has made metal roofing the preferred choice. While metal roofing is currently in high demand, it wasn’t always the second most desired roofing material in the U.S. Asphalt shingles have been the favored material ...
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. See how a new roof can withstand severe climate conditions and maintain the historic New England aesthetic with stone-coated metal roofing. If you’ve spent time in any of the New England states, you already know that the weather can be extreme and unpredictable. From heavy snow ...
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. From style to versatility, learn how to choose the best roof for Colorado’s diverse climate. It doesn’t take long living in Colorado to understand the varied weather patterns and sometimes extreme conditions. Between the expansive terrains and unpredictable weather events, choosing the right roof seems nearly ...
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. You may be surprised to discover which roofing materials are best suited for California’s strict building code regulations. There is a good reason for the rigid environmental and building code regulations of California. Climate conditions in this state vary wildly. The structures built here need ...
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. Learn how to tell the difference between architectural shingles and 3-tab shingles and other interesting facts with this helpful guide from DECRA! Have you ever had a customer that didn’t know the difference between architectural shingles and other types of shingles when it comes time ...
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. 2022 DECRA Metal Roofing Project of the Year awarded to MINT Exteriors for innovation and style. Having a roof is more than just having shelter over your head. It’s a statement. The skill and talent required of roofing contractors help them provide high-quality results that are ...
By DECRA Metal Roofing. Historic Landmark gets a new metal roof from DECRA that can endure severe weather conditions. Wisconsin is known for its snowstorms and cold environment. Having such a harsh climate makes it difficult to maintain classic architecture such as the Hearthstone Historic House Museum. This historic landmark ...