A metal roof is the longest-lasting roof most homeowners will ever buy, and it is becoming a common sight on homes, barns and workshops across north metro Atlanta. 85 Roof installs metal roofing in Alpharetta and the surrounding communities with the same insured crews and straight-talking estimates we have brought to roofing since 2014. Call 678-727-6789 or request a free estimate.
Why Homeowners Choose Metal
Asphalt shingles are the right answer for many homes, and we install thousands of squares of them. Metal earns its place when you want a roof that outlasts the mortgage. A properly installed metal roof typically lasts two to three times as long as an asphalt roof, sheds Georgia’s heavy rain quickly, stands up to wind better than most shingles, and reflects summer heat instead of soaking it up. It does not curl, crack or shed granules, so the maintenance is close to nothing.
Metal also looks different, and for many homes that is the point. Standing seam panels give a clean, modern line; ribbed panels suit barns, garages and farmhouse-style homes. Colors run from classic charcoal and galvalume to deep reds, greens and blues, and we bring samples so you can see them against your brick, siding and trim.
Metal Roofing Options
- Standing seam metal roofing. Panels lock together with raised seams and hidden fasteners, so no screw heads are exposed to the weather. The premium choice for homes.
- Exposed-fastener metal panels. Ribbed panels fastened with color-matched screws. Economical, strong, and the standard for barns, workshops, garages and outbuildings.
- Always a full tear-off. We do not install metal over old shingles. The old roof comes off, the decking is inspected and repaired, and the metal goes down on a clean, dry deck. It costs a little more up front and it is the reason the roof lasts.
How a Metal Roof Installation Works
Inspection and estimate
We measure the roof, check the decking and ventilation, and talk through panel style, gauge and color. You get a written, itemized estimate with no obligation.
Preparation
The old roof is removed down to the decking. Damaged decking is replaced, synthetic underlayment goes on, and trim and flashing are fitted at the eaves, rakes and penetrations.
Panel installation
Panels are cut to length, set with the correct overlap and fastener pattern, and finished with ridge cap, closures and trim so water and wind cannot get underneath. Standing seam panels are seamed or snapped and clipped to the deck.
Cleanup and walkthrough
We clean the site, haul away the old roofing and offcuts, and walk the finished roof with you. Every metal roof we install carries our 10-year workmanship warranty, on top of the panel manufacturer’s finish warranty.
Metal Roofs for Barns, Workshops and Outbuildings
Metal is the natural roof for a barn, workshop, garage or storage building, and we roof plenty of them across north Georgia. Ribbed panels with color-matched fasteners go on fast, shed water and debris, and shrug off decades of sun. If the building needs metal wall panels too, we can handle the siding at the same time so the roof and walls match and the trim lines up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a metal roof last?
Most metal roofs last 40 to 70 years depending on the panel, coating and installation, compared with 20 to 30 years for architectural shingles. The finish warranty from the manufacturer typically covers fading and chalking for decades.
Is a metal roof noisy in the rain?
Not on a home. A metal roof installed over solid decking and underlayment, with an insulated attic below, sounds about the same as a shingle roof. Open-frame barns with no decking are louder, which is normal for that type of building.
Does a metal roof cost more than shingles?
Yes, up front. Metal typically costs more than architectural shingles to install, but it lasts far longer and needs almost no maintenance, so the cost per year of roof life is often lower. We give you a written estimate for both so you can compare.
Can you install metal over my existing shingle roof?
No, and we would not recommend it. We tear off the old roof every time so we can inspect and repair the decking, install new underlayment, and fasten the panels to solid wood. A metal roof laid over old shingles hides problems and traps moisture, and it shortens the life of a roof that should last forty years or more.
Will a metal roof help with insurance or energy bills?
A reflective metal roof can lower attic temperatures and cooling costs in a Georgia summer. Some insurers offer discounts for impact-resistant metal roofing; ask your agent. We do not promise savings we cannot verify.
Get a Free Metal Roofing Estimate
If you are weighing metal against shingles, or you already know you want metal, call 678-727-6789 or request a free estimate. We will inspect, explain the options, and give you a written proposal with no obligation.
85 Roof · 2376 Buford Hwy NE, Duluth, GA 30097 · 678-727-6789