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In this article, we’ll look at the pros and cons of standing seam as opposed to corrugated metal roof. It will help you to make an informed decision about either of these two types of roofs. Let’s outline the main points about them.
Both metal solutions are quite popular and share several common features. They are green, non-combustible, lightweight and resistant to rust, corrosion and insects.
Farther on we will talk about each kind of roof in detail
Speaking about corrugated roofing we should point out that it has both its advantages and disadvantages as far as installation, cost, durability, support costs, external appearance, and other aspects. Let’s begin with the advantages.
It might be quite expensive to apply corrugated roof for your house, but eventually the durability as compared to shingles pays off.
Thanks to the variation of large sizes of corrugated sheets the installation process is relatively easy and fast. Moreover, the preliminary drilled holes accelerate and simplify the right positioning of sheets on the roof.
This profile does not deteriorate fast that is why it requires less maintenance. Basically, what the corrugated roof owners have to deal with is recoating in the event of corrosion fading colors.
Corrugated profile does not only fulfill the basic roofing function, but its shape eases the flow of water and snow along its channels and way down the roof.
Now that we have dwelt upon the common strengths, let’s turn to the weaknesses of corrugated profile.
The initial cost might be on the downside in the beginning, especially if you compare it to shingles. Another disadvantage of corrugated metal roof is exposed fasteners, that is the way metal sheets are connected to the base of the roof.
The corrugated metal roofing has vastly been applied on commercial and agricultural buildings and it seldom finds its use on residential properties. This happens due to its simplicity. Many people would prefer more elegant look for their house.
Corrugated sheets can occasionally become dented, especially by hailstorm or other heavy object hitting the roof. As durable as it is, corrugated sheet is sometimes prone to scratches, chips and fades with time.
The standing seam roof never goes out of fashion, it enjoys wide application on residential and commercial buildings. It not only the elegant style or durability which distinguish standing seam, but many other advantages appreciated by the owners such roofs. The roof got its name from its vertical direction and seamless joints between metal panels. Two sheets are joined together quickly and easily without making holes in them. The latter feature ensures enhanced water resistance of the roof.
Now let us look at the pros and cons of standing seam roof.
The material is lightweight which simplifies the installation. What is more, as we have said above, the nature of the jointure allows standing seam to be fixed on the roof in a quick and easy manner.
Standing seam is suitable for any base, for ventilated and non-ventilated roofs.
Standing seam has enhanced anti-corrosion properties. It can also withstand extreme weather conditions, such as winds, snowfalls or hails.
No wonder it has such long service life: from 20 to 150 years in total.
Flexible nature of standing seam helps to create various forms and to be applied in non-standard architectural needs.
The standing seam itself gives very exquisite and elegant look to the roof, but on top of that you can choose from the large selection of color and finish options for the panels to complement your property. The main advantage of standing seam roof is that it does not have any holes on the metal panels: all fasteners are hidden.
Like any other roofing material, standing seam has also minor disadvantages.
The smooth surface of the roof can result into snow avalanches therefore, it is highly recommended to have snow guards installed.
Standing seam is not recommended for steep roofs as it might be very dangerous to climb on such smooth metal roof should any repairs be needed. Or you need to install roof safety products such as roof fences, ladders and bridges.
As you have seen from the article, there are strong and weak points of both roofing solutions. Having read that, you can now decide for which material to opt.
