Standing Seam Metal Roof Owners: Check Out These Top Resources
Read this article for the best resources on common problems, maintenance best practices, and submitting claims for standing seam metal roofs.
Are you a home or building owner with a standing seam metal roof?
Standing seam systems are excellent roofing options, as they offer fifty-plus years of longevity, engineered durability, premium coatings for long-lasting aesthetics, and a modern appearance.
They’re complex systems with many technicalities. To make sure your standing seam roof is operating as it should, it’s important to understand common problems and maintenance best practices. In this article, we’ve compiled a list of resources to help you care for your standing seam metal roof. This includes info on:
- Common metal roofing problems
- How to deal with a contractor or installer issue
- How often should you clean a metal roof
- How to submit a warranty claim
- And more
Common Standing Seam Problems
Although typically more durable than traditional roofing options, standing seam systems still can have occasional issues arise. In this section, we’ve included content on the most common problems we see on standing seam metal roofs. This includes general considerations, extreme weather, and contractor and installer issues.
Standing Seam Metal Roof Maintenance Best Practices
One of the main reasons home and building owners invest in standing seam metal roofs is because they require very little maintenance. Still, it’s a good idea to understand how to care for your roof so you can prevent those minor issues from becoming severe. Below is content on metal roofing maintenance best practices.
Repainting a Standing Seam Metal Roof
One common question we get at Sheffield Metals is whether you can repaint a standing seam metal roof. Most 24-gauge standing seam coil will be painted with a premium PVDF paint system. These paint systems are developed to retain the original look of your color and defend against chalking and fading for many years, but in some cases, repainting might become necessary.
In the unfortunate event that paint or substrate issues occurs, the decision to repaint vs replace is inevitable. The resources below dive deep into these topics and can help you figure out what’s the best move for you. Remember that you should always consult a metal roofing expert before trying to do any work on a roof yourself.
How to Submit a Claim for a Metal Roof
Complications happen – whether it be a material issue or an installer problem. In those unfortunate cases, it’s essential to understand the ins and outs of your warranties and the right process for submitting a claim. Read these articles to learn more:
Need to Get in Contact with a Metal Roofing Expert?
Looking for maintenance tips, warranty questions, or guidance in the claims process for a standing seam metal roof? Feel free to check out the Sheffield Metals Homeowner Hub, which provides free articles, videos, and downloads to metal roof owners. Find answers to frequently asked questions or fill out a form to get in contact with a Sheffield Metals team member.
Sheffield Metals is a leading provider of metal coils, sheets and roofing accessories for contractors and distributors across the United States. We understand what it takes to build a reliable system that can last for decades. Feel free to reach out today, we’re happy to help.
