How Much Does a Steel Roof Cost?
One of the most common questions we get asked is, “How much does a metal roof cost?” At Hy-Grade Steel Roofing, we understand the importance of transparency so you can make an informed decision. The cost of steel and metal roofing in Ontario depends on a number of factors, including total area to be covered, pitch, height, and the components needed to cover your specific roof. Not all roofs are made equal either. Important considerations between products are the coating used, whether the roof is strapped, the design of the panel (specifically where fasteners are placed) and the quality of the steel.
In this article, we’ll explore the benefits of choosing a Hy-Grade Steel Roofing System, from the high-quality materials we use to our skilled installers, dedicated service and quality control department, and our commitment to being there for you every step of the way. Discover why investing in a Hy-Grade Steel Roof means more than just a roof replacement – it’s a long-term solution that comes with a Lifetime Workmanship and a 50-Year No-Leak Warranty.
High-Quality Roofing that Lasts a Lifetime
We Back Every Roof with a 50-Year No-Leak Warranty
We make a 50-year promise to you: this will be the last roof you ever purchase. In order to keep this promise, we’ve spent years designing and engineering the best metal roofing on the market, but at an affordable price. We’ve never cut corners on quality, and since we’re here for the long haul, we never will.
It’s All About the Components
4 Mil PVC Coated 26 Guage Galvanized Steel.
The toughest coating on the market for exterior finishes. This coating moves with the steel during expansion and contraction without chipping, peeling or cracking. It will also withstand 180 degree bends in the material. When the trim pieces go through the manufacturing process and the customization for your roof on site, the coating must be able to withstand a 180 degree bend. The coating on a metal roof is extremely important for the longevity. Learn more about barrier series coatings here. http://www.baycoat.com/resources.html
Expansion and Contraction Conquered
Did you know that everything expands and contracts with changing temperatures? Regardless of what project you’re working on, if the product and installation has not been created with expansion and contraction in mind, it will have a negative impact on the longevity and performance of that product. We have perfected our steel shake (similar to the size of an asphalt shingle). Our shake has an engineered expansion socket for the fastener to go into. This socket allows the material to expand and contract without ever putting ANY stress on the fastener. We call it the miracle shake. Here are some example of products in your everyday life that have been designed and installed with expansion and contraction in mind. In residential areas we have cement sidewalks, every so often there will be a break or cut in the cement, these are called expansion cuts, and they are used to help reduce cracks in the cement. Ever notice that spaces are left periodically between the bricks on your home? This is where you don’t have mortar, ever wonder why? Expansion and Contraction! They are even called Expansion Joints! As the temperature and humidity levels change, the bricks and mortar expand and contract at different rates. If the brick wall does not have an expansion joint, the differential movement can cause stress on the brickwork and lead to cracking, bulging, or even structural damage to the wall. Read more about our miracle shake.
Double Roof Strapping: the All-Important Base Layer
We double strap the roof before putting shakes on to allow an air space under our roofing system. The air space helps cool your home in the summer and keeps moisture off of the back of the panels. Why would their be moisture on the back? Have you ever left a glass of cold water out on a hot day, the glass doesn’t leak but it has condensation. All materials experience this with changing temperatures, traditional roofs require an underlayment because of this, so the moisture doesn’t reach your plywood roof deck. With our system there is not need to do that. That natural movement of air under the system dries the moisture and doesn’t ever allow it to reach your roof deck.
The strapping has a few other benefits as well. Since we are building up the roof we can level out any dips or sags in the roofline that have occurred over the life of your home. Esthetically it helps with curb appeal, making even the oldest home look new again. Last but not least building up the roof with strapping for our shakes allows us to have shakes terminate into the trim pieces (you need trim at every wall, chimney, skylight, gable etc). This allows every piece of metal to expand and contract without pulling on its counterparts, and never putting stress on the fasteners that secure all trim and shakes down.
The Hidden Layers Do All the Work
Did you know that much of your Hy-Grade Steel Roofing System is under the shakes and not visible when complete? Each piece, however hidden, plays an important role in shedding water and protecting your home from the elements. From R-Foil to the 5 components that make up our valleys, Hy-Grade roofs include many layers of protective components that set our roofs apart. We take extra care to ensure the completed system will function as intended for a minimum of 50 years.
Certified Installers and Comprehensive Training
Factory-Trained Steel Roof Installers
Our installers each go through a rigorous training and certification process to become “Certified Hy-Grade Steel Roof Installers.” We also have dedicated in-house and on-site trainers to ensure our installers are always up-to-date on best practices and proper installation tactics.
Uncompromising Quality Control and Dedicated Service
Rigorous Quality Control Gives Us the Confidence to Warranty Your Roof
We run a separate quality control inspection (not by the installation crew) on every completed Hy-Grade Steel Roof. This is how we ensure the roof has passed our high standards and we can be confident providing a Lifetime Workmanship and 50-Year Warranty. We also have a Service Department for any after-sales support our 18,000+ customers may need. Adding an addition or vent? Removing a chimney? Our Service Team is ready to help!
Local Steel – The Best Quality
We are very lucky in Ontario to be able to source our steel right from Hamilton, Ontario. Arcillor Mitel puts extensive effort into maintaining a high quality product that will best serve the exterior finishes industry. We are proud to purchase from them and know that we can trust the quality of the steel we purchase!
Manufactured in Ontario for (Future) Ontarians
Hy-Grade: A Family Business with a Legacy Plan
Hy-Grade has been in business since 1988; we plan on being in business indefinitely! We strongly believe that in order for your warranty to be valuable we need to be readily available – today and years into the future – if ever you need us. To ensure we keep this promise, Hy-Grade – a family-owned business – has a legacy plan in place. And, both our Main Office is open to the public. You can stop by, call or email any time you need us.
With Hy-Grade, you aren’t just buying a roof replacement. You’re buying permanent peace of mind.
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