Metal Roofing System Options
| System | Highlights | Best For | SEO Keywords |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standing Seam — Snap-Lock | Concealed fasteners; clean look; faster install; clips allow movement | Architectural & light commercial | standing seam snap lock, concealed fastener metal, pvdf kynar finish |
| Standing Seam — Mechanically Seamed | Field-seamed ribs; superior weather-tightness; high wind/snow | Airports, schools, long panels, low-slope | mechanically seamed metal, clip system, thermal expansion |
| Exposed Fastener — R/PBR Panel | Economical; long spans; fast install; gasketed fasteners | Warehouses, ag, budget-driven projects | r panel commercial, pbr panel roof, exposed fastener metal |
| Metal-Over Retrofit | Sub-purlins/hat channels over existing; flute fill + ISO; minimal tear-off | Occupied buildings, schedule-sensitive jobs | metal over metal retrofit, flute fill insulation, retrofit sub purlin |
Scope of Work (Typical Metal Replacement/Retrofit)
Structure & Build-Up
- Assess framing & purlin spacing; structural upgrades as needed
- Vapor barrier & flute fill; add polyiso for R-value
- Sub-purlins / hat channels for retrofit systems
- Underlayment & ice/water shield at eaves/valleys
Panels & Flashings
- 24/26 ga Galvalume®, PVDF/Kynar® or SMP finish
- Clips for thermal movement; engineered fastener schedule
- Ridge, hips, valleys; curb/wall flashings; snow guards as required
- Expansion joints & transition details to existing roofs
Drainage & QA
- Gutters/downspouts, scuppers; diverters & crickets
- Leak testing of penetrations & seams
- Photo documentation & closeout
- Maintenance plan & warranty support
Typical Price Ranges (ballpark):
Exposed Fastener R/PBR: $6.50–$12.00/sq ft • Standing Seam (Snap/Mechanical): $12.00–$22.00/sq ft •
Engineered Metal-Over Retrofit: $10.00–$18.00/sq ft. Final pricing varies with tear-off, gauge/finish, panel type,
insulation, structural upgrades, slope/height, access, and complexity.
Our Metal Roofing Installation Process (Step-by-Step)
- Site audit: measurements, slope, purlin layout, cores & moisture (if retrofit)
- Engineering & submittals: panel layout, clip spacing, loads, details
- Tear-off or retrofit preparation; structural & deck repairs as needed
- Vapor layer, flute fill, tapered/flat ISO; underlayment and ice/water shield
- Panel install: clips/fasteners per spec; seams (mechanically seamed if required)
- Flashings: ridges, hips, valleys, curbs, walls; snow retention; expansion joints
- Edge metals & gutters; penetrations sealed with approved boots/flanges
- QA, cleanup, photo report, warranty & maintenance plan
Industries & Buildings We Serve
- Warehouses, logistics & light industrial
- Retail centers & offices
- Schools & municipal buildings
- Agricultural & aviation structures
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