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Reception Hall Is Revitalized With Metal Roof Overlay System

Topics: Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Commercial, 138T and 238T, Case Study, 138T Metal Over Shingles

How Much Does a Metal Roof Cost Compared to Shingles?

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, FAQ, Residential, Cost

Historic School Recovers Roof Using McElroy Metal's 138T Standing Seam System

Topics: Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Standing Seam Systems, 138T and 238T, Case Study, 138T Metal Over Shingles

Texas Homeowner Finds Durable Solution

Topics: Architecture, Metal Roofing, Specialty Roofing, Residential, Milan, Case Study

Galvalume Warranty Lengthened to 45-50 Years!

Topics: Substrates and Coatings

Why Don't More People Choose To Install Metal Roofs On Their Homes?

Topics: Metal Roofing, Residential

Insulated Metal Roof Panels: Pros, Cons, and Common Applications

Topics: Commercial, Insulated Metal Panels (IMP)

What are R-Panel Roofing and Standing Seam Roofing? And How Do They Compare?

Topics: Standing Seam Systems, Commercial, R-Panel, Maxima

Metal Roofs that Look Like Shingles

Topics: Metal Roofing, Standing Seam Systems, Residential, Milan

What Makes McElroy Metal Different?

Topics: Company, Education, Metal Roofing, FAQ, Residential, Metal Siding

When Is it Time to Replace Your Roof? Four Factors to Consider

Topics: Residential

How to Know If You Need a New Roof

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Commercial

Through-Fastened vs. Standing Seam Metal Roofing: A Comparison

Topics: Metal Roofing, Standing Seam Systems

Understanding the CRRC Color Family Program for Metal Roofing and Wall Products

Topics: Substrates and Coatings, Guest Post

Pros and Cons of Metal Roof Insulation Options

Topics: Metal Roofing, Commercial, Residential, Accessories, Architect Resources

Residential Metal Panel Install Video

Topics: Exposed Fastener Panels, Residential, Installation, Max-Rib

Residential Metal Roof Tools

Topics: Residential, Installation

Tips for a Watertight Standing Seam Roof

Topics: Standing Seam Systems, Maxima, 238T Metal Over Metal

How to Choose Between Slit Coil Suppliers

Topics: Onsite Rollforming, Slit Coil and Flat Sheets

Cost Analysis of Metal vs. Shingle For a Standard Residential Roof

Topics: Metal Roofing, Residential, Cost

New Hybrid Metal Panel Offers Unique Option

Topics: Modern-Rib

Why Are Black Metal Roofs So Popular?

Topics: Metal Roofing, Residential

Pros and Cons of Concealed Fastener Wall Panels

Topics: Concealed Fastener Panels, Wave Panel, Visionline, FW Panel

How Roof Slope Affects Exposed Fastener Metal Panel Selection

Topics: Exposed Fastener Panels, Mega-Rib, Mesa

Metal Roofing and Wall Panels for Self-storage Facility

Topics: Metal Wall Panels, Self Storage

Metal Standing Seam System Used to Recover Southwest Airlines Aircraft Hangar

Topics: Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Standing Seam Systems, 138T and 238T, Case Study, 238T Metal Over Metal

Can Metal Panels be used as a Facade?

Topics: Metal Wall Panels, Concealed Fastener Panels, Insulated Metal Panels (IMP), Medallion I/II, Visionline

Four Trends for Suburban and Hobby Shops

Topics: Post Frame, Guest Post

Industrial Roof Replacement

Topics: Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Commercial

15 Things to Know about Replacing Your Roof With Metal

Topics: Metal Roofing, Residential

Metal Roof Installation

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Residential

Maxima Standing Seam Metal Roofing Installation

Topics: Standing Seam Systems, Installation, Maxima

How Can You Cut Costs When Installing Solar on Your Trapezoidal Metal Roof?

Topics: Metal Roofing, Solar, Accessories, Cost

A Guide to Differences Between Building Types

Topics: Post Frame, PEMB, Cold Formed Steel Buildings

How to Retrofit a Flat Roof with Metal

Topics: Recover and Retrofit

Factors that Affect the Installed Cost of Standing Seam Roofing

Topics: Metal Roofing, Standing Seam Systems, Meridian, Cost

McElroy Metal adds solar to a fifth manufacturing facility with 238T roof re-cover

Topics: Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Solar, Commercial, Accessories, 238T Metal Over Metal, McElroy Solar

How Architects Specify Metal Roofing for Commercial Buildings

Topics: Metal Roofing, Standing Seam Systems, Concealed Fastener Panels, Commercial, 138T and 238T, Substrates and Coatings, Architect Resources

What is the Best Underlayment for a Metal Roof?

Topics: Metal Roofing, Substructural Components, FAQ, Installation, Architect Resources

What is a Class Four Roof?

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, FAQ, Wind/Hail

Are Metal Roofs Hurricane Proof?

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Standing Seam Systems, FAQ, Residential, Maxima, 138T and 238T

What’s the Best Exposed Fastener for Residential Metal Roofing?

Topics: Exposed Fastener Panels, Residential, Accessories

Metal Roofs that Look Like Tile – How Do They Compare to Clay Tile?

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, FAQ, Met-Tile

82,000 Square Feet of Medallion-Lok Becomes Metal Roof for Elementary School

Topics: Architecture, Commercial, Medallion-Lok

Pros and Cons of Post Frame Residential Construction

Topics: Education, Post Frame, Residential

How to Choose Metal Roof Color

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, FAQ, Residential, Substrates and Coatings

Does Solar Make “Cents” for Your Business?

Topics: Metal Roofing, Solar

What’s the Difference Between Galvanized and Galvalume?

Topics: Substrates and Coatings

Residential Construction Trends

Topics: Residential

Metal Roof Paint Systems: Kynar 500® vs. SMP

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Substrates and Coatings

What is the Cost Difference Between Standing Seam and Exposed Fastener Panels?

Topics: Exposed Fastener Panels, Standing Seam Systems, Cost

Residential Standing Seam Metal Roof

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Standing Seam Systems, FAQ, Residential

What is Oil Canning of a Metal Roof?

Topics: FAQ, Architect Resources

Daylighting a metal roof: An overview of natural daylighting benefits

Topics: Architecture, Metal Roofing, Metal Soffit, Metal Siding

How Do Metal Roofs Hold Up to Hail?

Topics: Metal Roofing, FAQ, Wind/Hail

8 Things to Consider When Selecting the Gauge for Metal Roof and Wall Panels

Topics: Metal Roofing, Metal Wall Panels

Metal Roof Ventilation Options

Topics: Residential

What is a Standing Seam Hip Roof?

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Standing Seam Systems

How Service Centers Help Contractors

Topics: Commercial

15 Tips to Address the Labor Shortage

Topics: Standing Seam Systems, Substructural Components, Maxima, 138T and 238T

Post Frame/Ag Panel Roofing Trends

Topics: Post Frame, Agricultural

Agricultural Metal Roofing

Topics: Agricultural

Metal Roofing: Dead Valley Projects and Warranties

Topics: Metal Roofing, Weathertightness Warranties

Residential Standing Seam Roof Panel Installation

Topics: Standing Seam Systems, Residential, Installation, Meridian

Metal Wall Panel FAQ

Topics: Metal Wall Panels

Residential Metal Roofing Guide

Topics: Metal Roofing, Residential

The 3 Biggest Problems Contractors Need to Solve When It Comes to Snow Guards on Metal Roofing

Topics: Metal Roofing, Accessories

138T Symmetrical Standing Seam Panel Used for Roof Recover on Union Hall

Topics: Recover and Retrofit, Case Study, 138T Metal Over Shingles

How to select a metal roofing contractor

Topics: Metal Roofing, FAQ

How to Install Metal Roofing Over Existing Metal Roofs

Topics: Recover and Retrofit

Cold Formed Steel Buildings

Topics: Cold Formed Steel Buildings

Solar Panels on Metal Roofs

Topics: Metal Roofing, Solar

How to Install Metal Roofing Over Shingles

Topics: Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Commercial

McElroy Metal Exposed Fastener Wall Panels Brighten Urban Neighborhood

Topics: Architecture, Metal Wall Panels, Design Accents, Metal Facade, Exposed Fastener Panels, Mega-Rib, Case Study, Metal Siding, U-Panel

We Added Solar Panels to the Standing Seam Roof on our Plant in Sunnyvale, Texas

Topics: Standing Seam Systems, Solar, 138T and 238T, Case Study, McElroy Solar

Trends in Metal Roofing for 2022

Topics: Metal Roofing, Residential

Post Frame Manufacturer Service and Support

Topics: Post Frame

Tiny Houses With a Big Impact

Topics: Metal Roofing, Metal Wall Panels, Exposed Fastener Panels, Case Study, Multi-Rib, Sustainability

Sustainability of Metal Roofing

Topics: Metal Roofing, Sustainability

McElroy Metal Provides Coil for Texas Lake Home

Topics: Onsite Rollforming, Slit Coil and Flat Sheets, Medallion-Lok

Post Frame Panel Manufacturer Pricing and Risk Differences

Topics: Post Frame

Metal Roofing Sealants

Metal Roofing Installation on a Porch Addition

Topics: Metal Roofing, Residential, Medallion-Lok, Guest Post

Maxima Standing Seam Panel Provides Roofing Solution for Surf City Municipal Complex

Topics: Standing Seam Systems, Commercial, Maxima

How to Make Sense of Metal Roof Panel Testing

Color Combinations for Residential Metal Roofs

Topics: Metal Roofing, Residential, Color

Vertical Leg vs. Trapezoidal Leg Standing Seam Panels

Topics: Standing Seam Systems, Maxima, 138T and 238T, Meridian, Medallion-Lok

Post Frame Panel Manufacturer Differences

Topics: Post Frame

What is a Corrugated Metal Panel

Topics: Exposed Fastener Panels, Multi-Cor and M-Cor

What is a Post-Frame Home?

Topics: Post Frame

Perforated Metal Panels

Topics: Architecture, Max-Rib, Multi-Rib

Barndominium Market Trends

Topics: Residential, Shouse/Barndominium

Post Frame Metal Panel Manufacturer Product Quality

Topics: Post Frame

Multi-Rib Metal Roofing and Wall Panels Vital Piece of Net Zero ‘Tiny Homes’

Topics: Architecture, Metal Roofing, Metal Wall Panels, Post Frame, Case Study, Multi-Rib

Are Metal Roofs Good in Florida?

Topics: Metal Roofing, FAQ, Residential

What’s better, a National or Regional Post Frame Metal Panel Manufacturer?

Topics: Post Frame

Popular Metal Wall and Roof Panels for Barndominiums

Topics: Metal Roofing, Metal Wall Panels, Residential, Shouse/Barndominium

Types of Standing Seam Metal Roof

Topics: Metal Roofing, Standing Seam Systems, 138T and 238T

Medallion-Lok selected for Texas condo reroofing project

Topics: Standing Seam Systems, Medallion-Lok

Metal Wall Panels: A Versatile Option for Residential Home Design

Topics: Metal Wall Panels, Exposed Fastener Panels, Concealed Fastener Panels, Wave Panel, Mega-Rib, Residential, Mini-Rib, Multi-Cor and M-Cor

What to Consider When Picking the Right Roof Color for Your Home

Topics: Residential

5 Benefits of Specifying Manufacturer Certified Installers on Your Projects

Topics: Metal Roofing, Installation, Architect Resources

Medallion-Lok Replicates Traditional Barn Look on Historic Property in Tennessee

Topics: Post Frame, Residential, Medallion-Lok

Concealed and Exposed Fastener Roof Panels-Which is Best for Your Customer?

Topics: Exposed Fastener Panels, Concealed Fastener Panels

Remove and Replace or Recover - Which type of metal roof is best?

Topics: Recover and Retrofit, FAQ, Residential

5 Benefits of a Metal Commercial Roof

Topics: Metal Roofing, Commercial

Condensation, Ventilation, and Your Metal Roof

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Residential, Guest Post

238T Symmetrical Standing Seam Panel Solves Problem for Georgia Technical College

Topics: Architecture, Recover and Retrofit, Standing Seam Systems, Onsite Rollforming, 138T and 238T, Case Study

Why is Standing Seam Metal Roofing So Expensive?

Topics: Standing Seam Systems, FAQ, Commercial, Residential

Wave panel serves as facade for training, strength facility in South Carolina

Topics: Architecture, Metal Wall Panels, Metal Facade, Wave Panel, Metal Siding

Coatings vs. Metal Roofing Costs

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Substrates and Coatings, Cost

Metal Roofing Substrates and Coatings Explained

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Residential, Substrates and Coatings

Three Distinct Metal Wall Panels for New Terminix Headquarters

Topics: Metal Wall Panels, Wave Panel, R-Panel, MSR Panel

Common Misconceptions about Heat Absorption & Metal Roofs

Topics: Residential

Styles of Metal Roofing

Topics: Metal Roofing, Exposed Fastener Panels, Standing Seam Systems, Specialty Roofing, Residential

What metal panel is best for radius roof systems?

Topics: Architecture, Metal Roofing, Standing Seam Systems, Maxima, 138T and 238T, Medallion I/II, Architect Resources

Roofing Curb Guidelines for Low Slope Metal Roof Systems

Topics: Standing Seam Systems, Accessories, Architect Resources

Choosing the Best Standing Seam Roofing (SSR) System

Topics: Education, Standing Seam Systems, Architect Resources

Commercial Roof Recover

Topics: Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Commercial, 138T and 238T

Three-Coat vs. Two-Coat Paint Systems for Buildings

Topics: Architecture, Education, Architect Resources

Preventative Maintenance on Your Roof

Topics: Metal Roofing, Commercial, Guest Post

What’s New From McElroy Metal

Topics: Company

Roof Recover: Advantages of Metal Systems

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Commercial

Arkansas college campus building features four McElroy Metal products

Topics: Metal Roofing, Metal Wall Panels, Metal Soffit, Wave Panel, Maxima, 138T and 238T, Case Study, Marquee-Lok and Marquee II

Installing Metal Buildings 101

Topics: Substructural Components, Insulated Metal Panels (IMP)

What You Need To Know About Internal Gutter Systems

Topics: Metal Roofing, Gutters, Architect Resources

How to Choose the Best Metal Roofing Panel

Topics: Metal Roofing, Substrates and Coatings

R Panel vs Ag Panel

Topics: Metal Roofing, Metal Wall Panels, R-Panel, Max-Rib, Metal Siding

Corrugated Panels Provide Contemporary Aesthetic for California Apartments

Topics: Architecture, Commercial, Case Study, Metal Siding, Multi-Cor and M-Cor

What is a shouse?

Topics: Residential, Shouse/Barndominium

238T Symmetrical Panel Recovers Coliseum Roof and Wall

Topics: Architecture, Metal Wall Panels, Recover and Retrofit, Standing Seam Systems, 238T Metal Over Metal

Everything You Need to Know About Barndominiums

Topics: Residential, Shouse/Barndominium

Is Galvalume as effective as aluminum in coastal applications?

Topics: FAQ, Substrates and Coatings, Architect Resources

Are Weathertightness Warranties Worth the Money?

Topics: Metal Roofing, FAQ, Architect Resources, Weathertightness Warranties

How to Convince Your HOA to Allow You to Use a Metal Roof

Topics: FAQ, Residential

Leaking School Roof Problem Solved with Symmetrical Standing Seam Roofing System

Topics: Standing Seam Systems, Onsite Rollforming, Commercial, 138T and 238T, Case Study

What is an Ag panel?

Topics: FAQ, Post Frame

South Carolina YMCA Features Curved Standing Seam Roof by McElroy Metal

Topics: Architecture, Metal Roofing, Metal Soffit, Standing Seam Systems, Commercial, Maxima, Case Study

What causes oil canning and how should it be addressed with product specifications

Topics: Standing Seam Systems, Architect Resources

What is the cost difference between standard Kynar color, Premium Kynar Color, and Metallics for metal roofing and siding?

Topics: Architecture, Substrates and Coatings, Architect Resources, Color, Cost

Spec Writing Considerations For Standing Seam Metal Roof Panels

Topics: Standing Seam Systems

Design Phase Considerations For Standing Seam Metal Roof Panels

Topics: Standing Seam Systems

Best Practices in Lightning Protection and Metal Roof Construction

Topics: Commercial, Wind/Hail, Architect Resources

Port Authority Metal Roof Recover Case Study

Topics: Recover and Retrofit, Case Study, 238T Metal Over Metal

What is an R Panel?

Topics: Exposed Fastener Panels

How Roof Pitch Affects Your Standing Seam Panel Selection

Topics: Standing Seam Systems, Architect Resources

Standing Seam System to Recover Asphalt Shingles

Topics: Product Announcements, Recover and Retrofit

Mirage, PBU, U-panel declared compliant and safe for use as metal roofing

Topics: Product Announcements, U-Panel, Mirage II

High Costs of Roof Remove and Replace vs. Recover

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Cost

Why Choose Kynar 500® for Your Metal Roof

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Residential, Substrates and Coatings

Benefits of a Commercial Roof Recover

Topics: Recover and Retrofit, Commercial

What is the most cost-effective metal panel width to specify and why?

Topics: Architecture, FAQ, Insulated Metal Panels (IMP), Architect Resources, Cost

Recover systems price-competitive with single-ply

Topics: Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Exposed Fastener Panels, Standing Seam Systems, R-Panel, 238T Metal Over Metal, Cost

Roof Underlayments Explained

Topics: Metal Roofing, Substructural Components, Best Practices, Installation

Keys to a Successful Residential Metal Roofing Project

Topics: Residential

Marketing For Contractors - email

Topics: Marketing for Contractors

Pole Barn Metal Roofing

Topics: Metal Roofing, Post Frame, Residential, Max-Rib, Mesa

Hail damage roof repair helps contractor get his dream house

Topics: Metal Roofing, Standing Seam Systems, Residential, 138T and 238T, Case Study, Wind/Hail

Roof recover with symmetrical standing seam system solves 20-year-old leaking issues

Topics: Recover and Retrofit, Standing Seam Systems, Onsite Rollforming, Commercial, 138T and 238T, Case Study

Marketing for Metal Roofing Contractors - Pay Per Click Advertising

Topics: Marketing for Contractors

Metal Roofing Pros and Cons

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, FAQ, Residential

10 Advantages of a Commercial Metal Roof Retrofit

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Commercial, Architect Resources

Why Metal Makes a Great Sustainable Roof

Topics: Metal Roofing, Sustainability

Advantages of a Metal Roof vs. Shingles

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Specialty Roofing, FAQ, Residential

A Solar-Friendly Metal Roof Tops this Net Zero Post Frame Home

Topics: Metal Roofing, Slit Coil and Flat Sheets, Solar, Post Frame, Case Study

Marketing for Metal Roofing Contractors - Social Media

Topics: Marketing for Contractors

How to Identify Hail Damage on a Roof

Topics: FAQ, Residential, Wind/Hail

Marketing for Metal Roofing Contractors - Your Website

Topics: Marketing for Contractors

Slit Coil Used to Create Wall Panels for University of Houston Recreation Center

Topics: Metal Wall Panels, Slit Coil and Flat Sheets, Commercial

What State Gets the Most Hail?

Topics: Residential, Wind/Hail

Roof Recover Systems Utilizing Metal

Topics: Recover and Retrofit

Marketing for Metal Roofing Contractors - Local Optimization

Topics: Marketing for Contractors

The Facts About TPO Versus Metal Roofing Retrofits

Topics: Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Accessories, Guest Post

Marketing for Metal Roofing Contractors

Topics: Marketing for Contractors

Quality Metal Roofs and Why They Matter

Topics: Metal Roofing

Do Metal Roofs Attract Lightning?

Topics: Metal Roofing, FAQ, Commercial, Residential

Medallion-Lok Standing Seam Panels Top Signature Barn Project

Topics: Architecture, Standing Seam Systems, Residential, Case Study, Medallion-Lok

Which metal roof panels are best for my home?

Topics: Metal Roofing, Exposed Fastener Panels, Standing Seam Systems, Concealed Fastener Panels, FAQ, Residential, 138T and 238T, Max-Rib, Meridian, Instaloc

Are Metal Roofs Eco-Friendly?

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, FAQ, Residential, Substrates and Coatings

The Risks of Using Single-Ply Over Metal Roofs

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Best Practices, Architect Resources

Use Metal to Deliver a Retrofit Industrial Roofing System

Topics: Recover and Retrofit, Standing Seam Systems, Commercial, PEMB, 238T Metal Over Metal

Roofer chooses McElroy Metal system for his own Texas home

Topics: Architecture, Standing Seam Systems, Residential, Case Study

Metal Roofing Screws

Topics: Metal Roofing

Do Steel Roofs Rust?

Topics: FAQ, Residential

Manufacturing Facility Roof Recover with Solar Panels

Topics: Recover and Retrofit, Solar, Case Study, 238T Metal Over Metal, McElroy Solar

Exposed fastener panels create unique aesthetic for medical office building

Topics: Architecture, Metal Wall Panels, Metal Facade, Exposed Fastener Panels, Slit Coil and Flat Sheets, Commercial, Mega-Rib, Case Study, Multi-Cor and M-Cor, U-Panel

Ribbed metal wall panels for Cape Cod Potato Chips manufacturing facility

Topics: Architecture, Metal Wall Panels, Metal Facade, Exposed Fastener Panels, Commercial, Wave Panel, Mega-Rib

Mini-Rib panels provide one-of-a-kind look for Texas townhouses

Topics: Architecture, Metal Wall Panels, Exposed Fastener Panels, Residential, Mini-Rib

Standing Seam Roof Installation

Topics: Metal Roofing, Standing Seam Systems, Onsite Rollforming, Commercial, 138T and 238T, Architect Resources

Metal Roof Condensation, Insulation, and Vapor Barriers

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, FAQ, Residential

The Benefits of Metal over Shingle Recover for Commercial Roofs

Topics: Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Commercial, 138T Metal Over Shingles

Retrofit and Recover Metal Roofing

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Commercial, 238T Metal Over Metal, 138T Metal Over Shingles

Standing Seam Metal Roof Flashing Details

Topics: Metal Roofing, Standing Seam Systems

Post Frame or Pole Building Siding Options

Topics: Exposed Fastener Panels, Post Frame, Max-Rib, Matrix, Mesa, Metal Siding

Installing a Membrane Roof over a Metal Roof on a Pre-Engineered Metal Building

Topics: Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Exposed Fastener Panels, Standing Seam Systems, Best Practices, PEMB

Is It Time to Replace Your Roof? The 2019 Residential Metal Roofing Buyer’s Guide

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Residential

Residential Metal Roofing Panel Options

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Exposed Fastener Panels, Standing Seam Systems, Concealed Fastener Panels, Residential, Milan, 138T and 238T, Max-Rib, Mesa, Met-Tile, Meridian, Medallion-Lok, 5V

Advantages of a Metal Over Metal Roof Recover

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Recover and Retrofit, Commercial

Multi-Cor Corrugated Metal Shines When Installed as Residential Wall Panels

Topics: Architecture, Metal Wall Panels, Metal Facade, Exposed Fastener Panels, Residential, Case Study, Multi-Cor and M-Cor

The Protection of a Durable Roof

Topics: Education, Metal Roofing, Residential