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Find the Metal Roof You Want.

Design Your Metal Roof.
Find a Qualified Contractor.
Modernize Your Home.

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Sheffield Metals supplies coil and sheet through roofing professionals.
We do not sell finished roof panels directly to homeowners.

Design Your Ideal Metal Roof

Understand what you want before talking with a contractor. Browse colors, panels, and check out our gallery of finished projects for inspiration.

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    See colors on a home

    Upload a photo of your house or use a sample home. Compare Sheffield Metals colors before you request physical samples.

    Open the color visualizer
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    Compare panel profiles

    Answer a few questions about roof slope, climate, and what matters most. That will narrow the profile options.

    Use the profile selector
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    Browse completed homes

    See standing seam roofs and wall systems on real projects. Save the examples that look like what you want.

    View the project gallery
Colors to compare

Compare finishes, SRI values, and textures

Browse Sheffield Metals’ wide selection of colors, and request physical color chips to see how they look in person.

  • Matte Black SRI 22
  • Charcoal Gray SRI 22
  • Dark Bronze SRI 22
  • Slate Gray SRI 35
  • Evergreen SRI 22
  • Terra Cotta SRI 35
  • TLG Moonstone® SRI 31
  • Silver Metallic SRI 60
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Not sure where to start?

Take the Metal Roofing Color Quiz

Answer six questions about your home and your style. You’ll get color suggestions to start from.

Know What to Look for in a Bid

Gain confidence in the qualification process by knowing what to ask. Learn the terms that change how the roof performs, how it looks, the price, and warranty coverage.

Four details every proposal should name

Profile
SnapLock, mechanical seam, or fastener flange, and why it fits your roof.
Metal
Substrate, gauge, coating, finish, and the manufacturer of the supplied material.
Assembly
Deck, underlayment, clips, fasteners, flashings, ventilation, and accessories.
Coverage
Separate workmanship, paint, and substrate warranties, and who stands behind each one.

Browse more homeowner articles

In the Metal Roofing Learning Center, you’ll find hundreds of free articles, videos, and downloads for home and property owners.

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Understand What to Ask Before You Sign

Use these questions as a starting point. Then ask the contractor how they apply to your roof, climate, and local requirements.

How long can a standing seam metal roof last?

A standing seam roof can last for decades. Service life depends on the metal, coating, environment, roof design, installation quality, and maintenance. Ask each contractor to name the complete proposed system so you can compare the whole roof.

Are metal roofs energy efficient?

Reflective coatings can reduce solar heat gain, especially in hot, sunny climates. Compare published Solar Reflectance Index values with insulation, ventilation, the roof assembly, and local energy requirements. Treat them as one system.

What is the difference between snap-lock and mechanical seam panels?

SnapLock panels join without a field-seaming machine and work for many common roofs. Mechanical seam panels are locked with a seamer after they go on, and are often picked for lower slopes or tougher weather. Let your roof shape and the tested-system requirements decide.

Can I install a standing seam roof myself?

Metal roofing needs precise measurements, details, flashing, fastening, and safe work at height. Sheffield Metals publishes educational resources. Most homeowners should hire a qualified installer, and workmanship coverage may require one.

What should I do if my existing roof leaks?

Call the installation contractor first and take photos of the condition. Workmanship and material warranties cover different responsibilities. Keep your proposal, invoices, warranty documents, and product information together.

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Choose a Metal Roofing Contractor

The contractor handles field measurements, details, installation, and workmanship. Sheffield Metals can connect you with professionals who serve your area.

Signs of a reliable contractor

  • Provides current licensing and insurance information
  • Shows relevant project photos, references, and experience
  • Walks you through the whole roof assembly
  • Documents scope, products, payment terms, and warranties
  • Answers questions clearly and gets back to you
  • Inspects and measures the property before final pricing
Download the contractor selection guide Download the consultation question checklist

Get referred to a contractor

Tell our residential specialist about your property and the project. We’ll use that to suggest contractors in our network who serve your area.

Keep your warranty paperwork

Paint, substrate, and workmanship coverage are separate. Before installation, confirm the exact products, which warranties apply, how to file a claim, and who is responsible for each.

Your next step

Bring your ideas. We’ll help you find a contractor in your area.

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