As buildings age and budgets tighten, there is bound to be additional focus on rehab/remodel work. Reroofing with metal over old, failed roof systems has been a popular choice for decades and always sees a surge in popularity during economic downturns. I expect to see more of this during 2010 and beyond.
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Petersen Metal Roofing To Be The “LAST ROOF” On Residence
Sunday, January 10th, 2010
New metal roofing panels were installed on an upscale Florida residence after the original shake shingles sustained significant storm damage. The owner wanted a metal roof that would be “the last roof we put on this house.” Approximately 12,000 sq. ft. of Petersen SNAP-CLAD™ panels were installed to meet the owner’s objective.
Independence Day: Solar Power + Metal Roofing
Monday, November 23rd, 2009Independence is a core value in the American character. We take pride in the belief that we can stand alone and be self-sufficient. So why shouldn’t we ask the same of our buildings?
As renewable energy technology continues to develop and net-zero energy buildings become more feasible, it’s no longer impossible to envision a future where buildings of all kinds can power themselves and stand on their own. For example, we’re seeing more examples of buildings incorporating rooftop solar photovoltaic arrays to offset their own power use. (more…)
Petersen Metal Roof Panels Selected to Retrofit Community College Roof
Thursday, November 5th, 2009
PAC Metal Roofing Panels used to replace a badly leaking architectural shingle roof at Northwest Arkansas Community College in Bentonville, AR. “We get lots of wind in the area and every time a storm would come through, we would lose shingles,” said Jim Lay, construction manager for the college. “So in our master plan, we decided to use metal on all future roof installations.”
