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Historic Districts - Staunton, VA
The history of metal roofing:
Tin metal roofing was immensely popular in the late 1800's and early 1900's. Labor was inexpensive at that time and there was an abundance of craftsmen who could easily install the material. Metal roofing systems are still available and great strides have been taken to simplify their installation. Metal roofing also has a history of proven performance. Simple flat seam metal roofs have been found in buildings dated to 3,000 B.C.
Metal roofing is a superb material for residential buildings. If you choose
the right system, you can get a roof that will easily last your lifetime and
quite possible an added 50 years or so.
There are numerous advantages to using metal roofing. First of all it is totally fireproof. If you live in an area that experiences wildfires, a metal roof just might save your home from a devastating roof fire caused by a wind blown ember. Metal roofs are made with environmentally friendly recyclable metals such as steel, tin, aluminum and copper. A house with a metal roof can be extremely distinctive. When installed correctly, metal roofs are extremely wind resistant. A light colored metal roof can actually reflect a portion of the sun's radiant energy thus lowering your cooling costs.
Aside from the traditional standing seam look, you can also install
flat lock metal roofs and ones that look like traditional overlapping
shingle type or Spanish clay tile roofs. Certain manufacturers have gone so
far as to coat the metal roofing shingles with colored ceramic granules to
simulate the look of asphalt shingles!
Paradigm Metal Shingles:
Green paint is not the only thing "green" about our shingles. In fact studies show that metal shingles are more energy efficient than traditional asphalt shingles. Available in a wide variety of colors, including many that are energy efficient, solar reflective formulas. The solar reflective colors along with aluminum’s capability to cool off quickly at night translates to reduced energy bills and less burden on the environment. They also are completely recyclable.
Our Shingles are made to last 2 to 3 times longer than asphalt shingles.
Chances are good that your metal roof will be the last roof you ever install on your home.
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2006 Energy Tax Credits for Metal Roofing Purchases
If you've been considering
purchasing a metal roof, here's one more fantastic reason to get a jump on your
project: From January 1, 2006, through December 31, 2007, the US Government will
be following Congress' Energy
Policy Act of 2005, rewarding consumers of quality metal roofs with tax
credit savings up to $500.
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
What is LEED®?
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)
Green Building Rating System™ is the nationally accepted benchmark for the
design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings. LEED
gives building owners and operators the tools they need to have an immediate and
measurable impact on their buildings’ performance. LEED promotes a
whole-building approach to sustainability by recognizing performance in five key
areas of human and environmental health: sustainable site development, water
savings, energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental
quality.
Southern Pride Custom Builders
24 S. Jefferson St.
Staunton, VA 24401
(540)885-4005