After weeks of going down the rabbit hole of roofing options (seriously, who knew there were so many?), we finally settled on metal roofing. Honestly, at first I was skeptical—metal roofs always made me think of barns or sheds, you know? But after seeing some really sleek modern designs, we gave it a shot.
It's been about six months now, and I'm genuinely impressed. We had a pretty rough storm last week, and while our neighbors lost some shingles, ours didn't budge. Plus, our energy bills have noticeably dropped since installation, which was a nice surprise. The sound during rain isn't even that loud—actually kinda soothing, haha.
Curious if anyone else has had a similar experience with metal roofs or maybe another material that turned out better than expected. Would love to hear how it's holding up over time.
We went with metal roofing on a rental property about three years ago, and honestly, it's been one of our best decisions. Initially, I worried tenants might complain about noise or aesthetics, but no issues so far. Maintenance has been minimal, and the durability through storms is impressive. Curious though—did you go with a specific coating or finish? I've heard mixed things about fading over time, but ours still looks pretty sharp.
We installed a metal roof on our own home about five years back, and I agree—it's held up remarkably well through some pretty intense weather. Regarding your question about coatings, we opted for a Kynar 500 finish (PVDF coating). It's pricier upfront, but the fade resistance and overall durability have been impressive. I've seen cheaper polyester coatings fade noticeably after just a few years, especially in areas with strong sun exposure. Ours still looks nearly new, aside from some minor dirt buildup that washes off easily.
One thing I'd mention though—noise can vary quite a bit depending on insulation and underlayment. We went with a thicker underlayment and extra attic insulation, which made a huge difference in sound dampening during heavy rain or hail. Might be something to consider if you ever do another property down the line...
