Once only popular in the commercial market, metal roofs have grown in popularity in recent years on residential projects. Homeowners are demanding durable roofs with minimal maintenance, causing its ...

Think about it. If you are remodeling or repairing your home, you probably aren't going to use the same building materials that you would have used 20 years ago. Insulation, windows and siding have ...

The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. Metal roofing has long been the second most preferred type of residential roofing material in the U.S. and Canada, but ...

Also, roofs are coated with pigments that reflect away radiant heat. In addition, metal roofs are highly recyclable. Aluminum roofs have recycled content of 95 percent or more and steel and copper ...

PORTLAND, Ore., Oct. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. and Canadian homeowners are turning to residential metal roofs for plenty of good reasons. Metal roofs can last 50+ years. They provide much better ...

Asphalt shingles may be the most popular roofing in the U.S. by volume, but metal roofing is gaining in popularity for its durability, longevity and low-maintenance benefits. Still, many people ...

It has been observed that installing a metal roof makes building owners think more about lightning and the dangers of lightning strikes. There is a perception, or at least a suspicion, that a metal ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...