Mechanicsburg, PA roofing service
Metal Roof Installation
Metal roofing suits farmhouse style homes and outbuildings, and plenty of modern houses too.
Call (717) 802 8110Metal Roof Installation for Mechanicsburg homes
Metal roof installation covers panel systems on houses, porch roofs, garages, and outbuildings. Metal sheds snow and rain readily, and its clean lines suit both traditional and contemporary designs.
Good metal roofing depends on preparation and trim. Panels need correct fastening, room to move with temperature changes, and flashing and closures that keep wind driven rain out.
Homeowners often consider metal when
- An asphalt roof is due for replacement and they want a different material
- A porch, addition, or shed needs a durable roof
- They prefer the appearance of metal on their style of home
- Snow tends to sit on a roof and they want it to shed more readily
The process
How metal roof installation works, step by step
- 1
Choose the panel
Panel profiles, finishes, and colors vary, and each suits different buildings.
- 2
Measure carefully
Metal panels and trim are cut to length, so accurate measurements matter.
- 3
Prepare the roof
Old materials come off and the deck receives suitable underlayment.
- 4
Install and trim out
Panels are set square, fastened, and finished with trim at every edge.
Noise, color, and expansion
Many people worry that metal will be loud in the rain. Over a solid deck with underlayment and an insulated attic, sound is generally reduced considerably.
Metal expands and contracts with heat and cold. Fastening methods and trim details should account for that movement so panels stay flat and fasteners stay tight.
Common questions
Can metal go on just part of a house?
Yes. Metal is often used on porch roofs, bay windows, or low sections as an accent alongside a shingle main roof.
How is metal different from standing seam?
Standing seam is a specific type of metal roofing with raised seams and concealed fasteners. It has its own page on this site.
More answers are on the roofing FAQ page.
Related roofing services
Roof problems rarely live alone. These services often come up alongside metal roof installation for homes in Mechanicsburg, Camp Hill, Lemoyne, New Cumberland, and Dillsburg.
Standing Seam Roofing
Concealed fastener metal roofing with raised seams for a crisp, architectural look.
Read about standing seam roofing
Roof Replacement
A full tear off and new roof system, often considered when wear is spread across the whole roof.
Read about roof replacement
New Roof Installation
Roofing for additions, garages, and new structures, built from the deck up.
Read about new roof installationTalk through your metal roof installation question
Call and describe what is going on with your roof. You do not need the right terminology; a plain description of what you see is enough to start.
- Monday to Friday: 10 AM to 6 PM
- Saturday and Sunday: 11 AM to 5 PM
Call during business hours
Ready when you are
Questions about metal roof installation in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania are easiest to sort out in a short phone conversation.
- Monday to Friday: 10 AM to 6 PM
- Saturday and Sunday: 11 AM to 5 PM