DECRA Metal Roofing

Increase Energy-efficiency by Up to 218%

July 1, 2022 at 3:00 p.m.

By Mark Gallant, DECRA. A study compared the thermal performance of DECRA Metal Roofing products with 3-tab asphalt shingles. When it comes to improving energy efficiency with a roof upgrade, there are three physical characteristics to increase, also known as thermal performance. These include: Thermal resistance: The insulation value of the entire ...

How are Metal Roofs Made?

June 3, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

By Mark Gallant, DECRA Metal Roofing. Learn why DECRA metal roofs are so durable and long-lasting. Metal roofs are among the most popular of roofing materials on the market due to their many benefits, but what are they made out of? Besides the obvious answer (metal), much more goes into ...

No Need to Sacrifice Style With Stone-coated Metal Roofing

May 3, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. Learn all about the manufacturing process of stone-coated metal roofing and its many benefits. Metal roofing offers a lot of benefits over traditional roofing, including but not limited to durability and sustainability. If potential customers are worried about the aesthetics of metal roofing, stone-coated metal ...

Help Homeowners Choose Energy Efficiency with DECRA Metal Roofing

April 19, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. DECRA Metal Roofing offers the energy efficiency and durability homeowners look for. As a roofing contractor, you do more than just install the roof; you also help advise the homeowner on what options work best for them. Every homeowner has a different priority for ...

4 Metal Roof Misconceptions: Winter Edition

April 2, 2022 at 3:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Help homeowners distinguish fact from fiction when it comes to these wintertime metal roof myths. Metal roofs have quite a few myths surrounding them, like the idea they attract lightning or can be loud in the rain. When it comes to talking to your ...

Winter Roof Replacements: Metal Roofing vs. Asphalt Shingles

March 3, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Learn about the advantages DECRA Metal Roofing has for homes in colder climates. Winter is here! And with the colder weather comes the challenge of installing traditional asphalt shingle roofs in temperatures below 40° F. Because asphalt shingle installation and repairs require adhesive products ...

Can’t-miss Booths at the NERCA Trade Show

March 1, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

By Evelyn Witterholt, RCS Reporter. The North / East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) is set to host its 94th annual trade show. This year’s North / East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) Convention and Trade Show is expected to have a great turnout. The event is set to take place ...

This Contractor Network Can Help Your Company Grow

February 25, 2022 at 3:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Get more clients and earn more money when you join DECRA’s Contractor Network. The demand for metal roofing has increased in the last few years. However, there aren’t enough qualified metal roofing contractors to meet the homeowner demand for metal roofs. If you’re ...

RoofersCoffeeShop® Will Be at IRE 2022, Will You?

January 17, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter. IRE promises to be one of the biggest events of the year, check out who will be at the expo! This year’s International Roofing Expo (IRE) promises many exciting events, products, classes and more. The expo will take place February 1-3 in New Orleans ...

Tips For Installing QuickBOLT Solar Mounts on Metal Roofs

December 21, 2021 at 3:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. With now being the best time to go solar, DECRA’s QuickBOLT stone-coated steel roof mounts make the installation process quick and painless. The demand is high right now for stone-coated metal roofing and solar panels, so much so that it’s difficult to find contractors ...