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Metal Roofing
Durability, efficiency and curb appeal drive metal roofing value
By The Coffee Shops™. DECRA outlines how metal roofing can help homeowners build equity while reducing maintenance concerns. In the article “Do metal roofs increase home value?,” Trevor Underwood of DECRA Metal Roofing explores how a new metal roof can contribute to a home's overall value while delivering long-term performance ...
Why metal-over-metal roof retrofits are gaining attention
By Jesse Sanchez. Metal-over-metal retrofit systems help address aging roofs while meeting modern structural and code requirements. Across the United States, a large portion of installed metal roofs are growing closer to the end of their service lives. Data compiled from the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) shows that ...
Estimating complex jobs in high snow elevation during uncertain times
MCS Influencer Anthony Ortega says the ability to forecast accurately and manage uncertainty will remain one of the most valuable skills an estimator can bring to the table. In the Mountain West, complexity extends well beyond material pricing. Many of our projects here at Viotell Metal Concepts are located at elevation ...
MRA launches 4 new guides for homeowners based on expert re-roofing advice
MRA unveils new guides with collective advice from leading industry experts. For homeowners searching for solid, credible online advice from true industry experts, it’s obvious that AI doesn’t have all the answers. In fact, it can be a downright frustrating experience separating trustworthy guidance from all the questionable findings. That’s why organizations ...
Refined ruggedness, cool elegance
By Jenny Yu. Western States Metal Roofing showcases popular architectural finishes with Corten and Charcoal Gray. As a leading manufacturer of metal roofing materials, Western States Metal Roofing (WSMR) centers its product design and engineering to meet and anticipate consumer trends. Two standout finishes that the company highlighted in a ...
The growing case for metal roofing in residential projects
By The Coffee Shops™. A shift in durability expectations and cost analysis is driving more homeowners toward metal roofing systems. Contractors across the country are rethinking traditional roofing materials as performance, durability and long-term value take center stage. In the article “Why More Contractors Are Recommending Metal Over Asphalt Shingles ...
Lee Ann Slattery takes the helm at MCA
By Emma Peterson. Learn how she and the MCA team are advocating for the industry amid a complex business landscape. Recently, Lee Ann Slattery of ATAS was welcomed as the first female chair holder in the Metal Construction Association (MCA)’s history. Lee Ann brings over two decades of industry experience ...
Financial benefits homeowners need to consider
By Anna Lockhart. Do you know the best way to save on home renovations or roofing projects? Here’s how! No matter the time of year, there’s one thing that is always at the top of mind for homeowners – how will certain purchases impact my taxes? And with that ...
Metal siding on the rise: How performance, data and design are reshaping exterior walls
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Fire resistance, durability and design innovation are driving new demand. Metal siding is experiencing significant growth across residential and light commercial construction, and the reasons go far beyond aesthetics. In 2026, homeowners and contractors are increasingly choosing metal wall systems because they solve some of the ...
The rise of cold-formed steel
By Emma Peterson. Learn why this building material is popular with manufacturers, contractors and building owners alike. While it’s been around for decades, cold-formed steel, which refers to metal that is manufactured at room temperature, wasn’t an incredibly popular building material until the last decade. Today, it is used in ...
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