Metal roofing's resistance to adverse weather and climatic conditions is legendary, and it comes in a variety of colors and materials: Galvalume^®, copper galvanized, aluminum, and the popular Kynar 500 / Hylar5000^® coatings in colors from Berridge Manufacturing and colors from Drexel Metals Corporation. 

In concealed fastener systems no fasteners pentrate the roof panel surface. Instead, roof panels are attached with a clip that goes under the seaming edge of the next panel. Our premium roofing product, double-lock standing seam is based a German design that is one of the oldest and most durable roofing systems known. It has been valued for centuries for its timeless beauty and durability. If done in copper it will last indefinitely--in Europe copper standing seam roofs hundreds of years old are still in service.

Our double lock standing seam roof is UL listed for wind uplift, fire, and class four impact  resistance. The popular Kynar 500 / Hylar5000^® coatings in colors from Berridge Manufacturing and colors from Drexel Metals Corporation and Galvalume carry finish warranties from 20-30 years, and double-lock standing seam carries our exclusive Five Year Leak Free Performance Warranty^®, which can be extended to ten or twenty years as an option. (Roof number 3 in our Roofing Estimator.) Batten seam and t-panel, two other popular concealed fastener systems¹, are slightly less labor intensive and costly. (Roof number 2 in our Roofing Estimator. Complete specifications and details are available on our Literature page.)

Exposed fastener systems² Exposed fastener systems--are roof panels in which the fasteners penetrate through the panel and into the roofing substrate. These systems are usually fastened with screws with neoprene washers and are often used on residential as well as commercial applications.may cost up to 30% less than concealed fastener systems¹, come in a variety of profiles, and provide the dollar conscious home owner with an long lasting alternative. Typical maintenance projections for exposed fastener systems² are 20 years before some maintenance--usually painting--becomes necessary. When remodeling, this homeowner opted for an exposed fastener system² in favor of composition shingles. This R panel roof in Galvalume^® looks great, and the Galvalume^® finish has far surpassed original research and development projections for twenty years of trouble free service. (Roof number 1 in our Roofing Estimator. Complete specifications and details are available on our Literature page and images of past projects can be viewed in our Photo Gallery.)

Home Owner Benefits of Metal Roofing

Metal roofs are attractive in appearance and come in a broad spectrum of colors and designs.
Metal roofing is non-combustible and provides fire resistance. It has received an A or B fire rating  from several code bodies. It has also received high ratings from Underwriters Laboratory.
Metal roofs are low maintenance and long lasting, resisting decay, discoloration and mildew.
Metal roofs have excellent performance in wind resistance, water, snow, and ice shedding. They are also hail resistant.
Metal roofs increase your home's resale value.
Metal roofs are energy efficient³ Standing seam roofs can be insulated with almost any amount of insulation. Add the radiant barrier effect to this and they are the most energy efficient of any roofing system. Fiberglass blanket insulation is installed directly under the panels and stretched over the supporting structural members to reduce energy costs and dampen noise. Foam insulation blocks also can be used between roof panels and substructures to prevent thermal loss., with a natural radiant barrier effect⁴ Radiant Barriers block the transfer of heat from the sun to your attic. Heat travels through your attic primarily as radiant energy, rather than by conduction or convection. The heat conducts to the underside of the roof deck and radiates down to the top of the ceiling insulation, then into the room below. A radiant barrier (e.g., metal roof) between the Sun and the ceiling insulation breaks the chain. A radiant barrier reflects 97% of the radiant heat back up to where it came from..

In all the areas metal roofing is superior to any other roofing material, making metal roofing the best choice for your roofing needs. TSMW stands ready to fill that need with quality service and a lasting commitment to your satisfaction. We are always happy to provide references and information regarding the Characteristics of Cold Formed Metal Panel Systems.