No! The dead air space between Allmet Stone Coated Steel Roof Panels and the roof decking combined with the stone coating dampens exterior noise even in a rainstorm.

Rest easy. An Allmet Stone Coated Steel Roof carries the industry leading Class 4 Hail-resistant Rating. In fact, the Allmet Stone Coated Steel Roofing System has a lifetime 2.5” Hailstone Warranty.

No! The dead air space between Gerard Stone Coated Steel Roof Panels and the roof decking combined with the stone coating dampens exterior noise even in a rainstorm.

No! In fact, Allmet Roofing Products are made from high quality 26-gauge Galvalume™ steel that is coated with an acrylic basecoat.

Stone Coated Steel roof are very walkable. The new styles today can accommodate traffic for your painter, window washer, chimney sweep, and you putting up your Christmas lights.

The most fire safe roof is a Stone Coated Steel roof. Steel is a noncombustible, Class "A" rated product, the highest rating given. Retired California State Fire Marshall, James McMullen, states that "steel roofing systems provide equivalent or better safety to occupants and the safest roof for fire fighters engaged in fire fighting operations."

Stone Coated Steel roof is an ideal product to protect your home from hail damage. Many of the metal roofing products have received the highest hail rating offered by the Insurance Commissions within the hail belt regions of the United States.

Many of the Stone Coated Steel roofing systems have been tested to withstand hurricane force winds. Stone Coated Steel roofing wind warranties can go as high as 120 m.p.h.

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Stone Coated Steel roof often has a higher heat reflectivity than other roofing products contributing to overall energy efficiency in the home.

only 1.3 lbs. per square foot, Allmet Stone Coated Steel Roofs are truly “lightweight”. Concrete and clay roofs can weigh up to 15 lbs per square foot! In fact an Allmet roof is even lighter than most high-end asphalt roof shingles.

Yes. Allmet Roofing Products can be walked on without breaking or cracking, unlike concrete and clay roofs. Care should be taken not to walk on the raised rib portions of the panel. Yes. But, unlike heavy concrete roofing, the lightweight Allmet Roof Products are designed to protect your home against contraction damage.

Unlike the dangerous load on a home’s structure caused by concrete or clay tile roofing materials, Allmet Stone Coated Steel Roofing Panels which weigh about 1/8th of the previously mentioned heavyweight choices can strengthen a home’s structure.

No, metal roofs are not noisy when it rains. According to one study, the noise levels of a metal roof are about the same as other roofing products such as asphalt or wood shingles or clay tiles.

No, it is not noisy. The unique floating design of Springhouse Shingles incorporates a small air space between the shingles and the roof deck. This space minimises noise echoes and ensures that noise is not transferred through to the roof deck. Coupled with other building products: i.e. attic, air space, insulation and drywall, a Springhouse roof will sound no different than any other roofing material.

No. Many Allmet Roof owners have experienced utility savings after installation. A properly vented Allmet Stone Coated Steel Roof System moves air between the steel panel and the underlying deck. Heated air dissipates through the ridgeline while cooler air is drawn through eave vents.

Extremely well! Metals USA warrants Allmet Roofing Products to withstand 120 mph winds. Note that Allmet Stone Coated Steel Roofs have been control tested and withstood winds exceeding 170 mph. Wow! Not necessarily. Allmet Stone Coated Steel Roofs can be installed over existing wood shingle, shake or composition roofs. Ensure your local contractor checks local building codes.

Yes. Some care must be exercised while walking on the roof, but note that roofers walk all over the shingles during the installation process.

Steel roofing is classified as a noncombustible roofing material (Class A). In new construction and in many re-roofing applications the metal roofing system is a Class A noncombustible roof assembly. In roof-over applications, where panels are installed over old combustible shakes or shingles, the resulting roof assembly can be classified as A, B, or C depending upon the type of underlayment installed between the old and new roof.

Yes. Many Homeowner Insurance Providers now offer up to 35% discounts on insurance premiums. Check with your insurance provider.

Steel roofing is normally purchased through distributors (e.g. building supply stores or lumber yards) although a few manufacturers will sell direct. We have provided you with a list of the manufacturers and the distributors that you can contact. The list of distributors may not list all of the available sources, so visit your local building supply stores as well.

No. A properly vented steel roof system moves air both between the shingles and the underlying deck as well as moving air from vents under the decking. Heated air is allowed to dissipate through the ridgeline as cooler air is drawn through eave vents. Reduced energy bills can result from airflow both under and over the decking.

Usually only a few days. The complexity of the building’s roofscape is the primary factor in determining the time required. Complex roofs require more time than basic designs. top

Note that the weights for cedar, clay and concrete products are all dry weights. All three-product categories weights increase when wet .

even tile! The choices are endless. However, steel is the most cost effective, is lightweight and extremely durable.

Gerard Stone Coated Steel Roof Systems use steel panels that are protected from the elements by corrosion resistant Galvalume. The Gerard basecoat uses proprietary resins, which have been developed over many years to promote lifetime performance in all climates. The stone chips that Gerard uses in its Stone Coating are non-oiled natural granite granules that improve adherence to the basecoat while enhancing the appearance of Gerard panels.

All have their merits, so it is mostly a matter of personal preference. All require little maintenance and give great sear marks. Porcelain-coated cast iron grates will hold the heat longer so you don't have to cook with higher temperatures. Stainless steel grates have a longer warranty, followed by porcelain-coated cast iron, then porcelain enameled. Replacements are readily available for all styles. Note: If you have porcelain-coated cast iron grates, no seasoning is required.

Electrolytic Chrome Coated Steel is black plate that has an electrodeposited coating of chrome and chrome oxides which is, in turn, coated with a lubricating oil.