Metal roofing scams, do not fall for it. The screws ALWAYS back out. 

You need to learn my friend. A 25 year shingle is not life expectancy it is against material defects. I'm 100% positive that your 30 year old roof is failing unless it is standinf seam. Also, no need in being nasty. Good luck bud

As long as you use standing seam/hidden fasteners metal then it will definitely out live shingles.

You are a wisenheimer. No need in calling names. Also, a roof that "looks good" means nothing. If you are in florida invite me over to look at it. I can imagine that there has been some upkeep.

With gentle effect and in the spirit of conversation. I do not wish for confrontation :). I'd love to see pictures of your entire roof, the size included as well as the screws. I feel like I will find screws popping up and I'm curious to know when you, personally, inspected the roof last as well as the state that you reside. There are many variables and quality does matter. I do not 100% diagree with you but I am certain that I would find bad things especially this old. Also, no stains does not mean no leaks. Metal conceals rotten wood from the top view. As in this video nobody knew there were any leaks until it was time to sell. As you stated, and again ill agree, craftsmanship does matter and 99% of the roofers in Florida have none.

With gentle effect: If this is in central Florida, near Marion county, I would love to come check it out. In most cases there are loose screws. Just because they are not drastic does not mean they are not present. No stains on the cieling doesn't mean no leaks. If I find no evidence of someone doing maintenance before i get there and its all original with no issues then ill admit it. I'm certain that I would find issues. The only exception to this would be a standing seam metal roof.

@tomtheroofer I am in Eastern Oregon. We get temp variants from 105° down to -30° with wind gusts up to 70 mph. Not hurricane weather but still enough to possibly do damage.

Call us after its been on 10 years and let me look at it. Stains only appear after extremes and long term leaking, especially if it was over shingles.I can imagine it is over shingles. I'm not wishing this on anyone, this is just the nature of the beast. 10 years and there will be many loose screws AND the caulking that holds the penetrations will be dry and allowing water in. Caulking does NOT last a lifetime. I do wish you the best though. This will age well and if you visit this in 10 years it would be nice for an update.

Of course I would ask what state are you in? If this is correct then the extrs measures would have been a huge contributing factor. I am still suspicious for a few reasons but stranger things have happened. No stains on plywood does not equate to no leaks and I'm certain, if invited, that I would find evidence of retightened or loose screws. Maybe the roofing tar under the perlins helped secure the longer fasteners, that is awesome and I am truly happy, I don't wish heartache on anyone. Sadly, the facts are that most of these roofs are just slammed on with 1x4 or in most cases straight to the old rotten shingles by the local hacks. In my area you can bring me to any metal roof and 99% of the time I'll show you loose screws. Also, checking your roof, for hours, every couple of years sounds miserable.

​@@tomtherooferIs Hunter Biden the smartest guy you know?

Jason, not everything has to be political and there is no need for insults. I wish you well though, maybe when you become an adult you will understand how to have a disagreement.

@@tomtheroofer I think Jason was aggravated because you didn't seem to have read his entire comment... he says in his comment that he is in N.W. Pa. Then your comment to him 1st sentence seems to ask "what state are you in?" (perhaps that was meant to be non-rhetorical idk). Jason's roof sounds pretty robust if you ask me, and he seems happy with it.... what more can a person ask for? Hunter Biden or any of the Biden's of course has absolutely no bearing on anything here and should have been left out IMHO. But whatever, some people can't keep their political views separate from anything at all. Just saying.

​@@tomtherooferall you have done is bait people so you can keep going with your narrative. I installed sheet metal roofs for years. You are just showing pictures of crap jobs. And you replying to every comment is hysterical because it's predictable.

Just buy a standing seam or decra metal roof and youll be fine.

Exactly, only smart people knows to pre-drill your holes like we did. That way the metal does not effect the screws like people thing.

​@@whatsupdocchemdog5994 Don't screw the deck ( pan). Put a decent gauge screw thru the ridge.

@@rocknral you can only screw what the permit office allows. They don't want ppl screwing into the ridge of the panels because too many ppl use only 2" screws.if they leave their shingles on the roof and then goes through the ridges there is a good chance those screws won't go through the plywood underneath. We used 2 1/2 inch screws and went through the pan. On the ridge if you roof is 3/12 on less you must a joint the ridges together will butyl tape. We didn't do this, he passed it but I am going to install the butyl tape in January on the 3/12 portion of the porch.

@@whatsupdocchemdog5994 Fair enough if that's your code. In Australia I'm in a cyclone (hurricane) area and our code is appropriate length screw, gauge, and washer assembly through the rib (ridge) as it's the strongest part of the sheet. I've seen screws in the pan (flat) on metal sheets pull through leaving the screws behind. We don't have plywood under roofs. Battens are screwed directly to rafters/ top chords of truss, and metal screwed to battens.

With gentle effect and in the spirit of good conversation: Did you actually check all the screws or just a quick walk around? If you stand right next to the screws there should be no movement. In other words, rather than the screws showing as backed out they probably carried the metal with them. All b.s. aside, I've never seen one without screw issues. If its 30 years old then the screws should be oxidized and the rubber washers would definitely be rotten. I'd be interested to know more and am highly suspicious as to when the screws were replaced and how much it cost. All in friendly fairness brother, sincerely. Also, is it in Florida?

Thats not the same roofing that I've referenced and it sounds like you have something similar to Decra. Good choice.

No scare or scam. If your roof is in central Florida invite me over to look at your screws and penetrations. Although I can appreciate your passion, especially after you installed a metal roof, I assure you that you will have fastener issues and certainly will have issues with the caulking that seals your flashings. Without more specifics all you can provide is anger. Sorry but this is a real issue here.

100 years ago the metal was heavier guage and they fastened them with lead heads. Yes, metal will last a long time, the fasteners need to be replaced and maintained constantly and that is the issue. If you are not installing standing seam then you will 100% for a factvneed to maintain it. We can install a zero maintenance shingle roof that will last 18-22 years. That same roof, if it was exposed fastener, would have been maintenanced 2 or 3 times in that same lifespan.

With gentle effect and in the spirit of honest conversation: Are you in the industry, do you install metal roofing or are you just driving around and notice lots of metal roofing? I don't know anything about Australian roofing or the type of panels and installation Australians use. Also, like most metal roof owners in Florida, they probably do have issues and don't know about it. In many cases the screws are loose but appear tight. Also, no stain on a ceiling doesn't mean no leak, it means that the wood and insulation are soaking up the water. If there are exposed fastener roofs then there are loose screws, thats a fact. There is a chance that the temperature does help and maybe it is not as drastic but it is present.

That sucks, gotta hire the right company. If price was the deciding factor then this is what happens. I've been in the same county for 29 years and I lose jobs to underbidders that go out of business all the time. Lots of crap companies put there.

An exposed fastener metal roof will not last more than 8 to 10 years withought need of the screws and caulking to be replaced. If you have 100 year old caulking and screws id love to see them. Assuming you are serious then you have stumbled onto a unicorn and I'd suggest marketing it.

@@tomtheroofer try fixing on the ribs bro 😂 honest, you will become the superman roofer in america 🤷‍♂ I'm a kiwi and I read this comment from aussie I smile, bc I know he is right but only if he lives inland aussie, anywhere coastal will rust those roofs unless they are ARX (aluminium) which is pricy as. Here in NZ and aussie long run metal roofing is the cheapest type of roofing available, bread and butter. Asphalt shingles are way pricier, funny huh? but we dont access to cheap petroleum like you yanks thats why! also the full sarking needed for shingles pushes the cost of the roof up, thats why those cheap 'standing seam' tray roofs are taking off. All the real euro tray roofs required full sarking in 18mm treated ply at around $150 a sheet

Interesting theory, I have never heard of this but it definitely has merit.

Its a theory and does not matter because in practice it does not hold true. If it was true then I would use the cheap barn metal like everyone else does. Armchair think group

With gentle effect and in the spirit of conversation: I feel as if your comment helps to drive my point home. If someone is capable of doing that non stop throughout the life of the roof and if it is purchased with the understanding of constant maintenance then I suppose it would be acceptable to the parties involved. Most people don't want to do constant maintenance and if the home has a steep slope then it can be very dangerous. These roofers, atleast in my area, sell these metal roofs as a zero maintenance, lifetime product and then walk away from it.

​@@tomtherooferstill cheaper and easier than reshingling an entire roof

@@rainydays5118 His point was that most customers are never going to get on the roof to inspect or repair loose screws (especially when offered a lifetime roof package). They'll end up paying twice as much for a roof if they have to pay someone to go do that maintenance work on exposed fasteners. Standing seam is the simple choice, or shingles.

Yes sir. As stated by some, there are a few scenarios and applications that metal CAN, potentially, be considered a viable option. In most cases a GOOD shingle roof will last longer than a crappy metal roof. People want top notch while paying peanuts, thats why we have this screw down panel craze. A real metal roof, standing seam, should cost atleast 2x that of a shingle roof. Yet, these pointy heads think that they can pay shingle prices and recieve a "lifetime" product.

@@tomtheroofer We always tell people that if they really want a metal roof, that they should only opt for corrugated on unfinished spaces, such as a pole barn or a detached garage/shed, and this is precisely the reason why!

That is far away and out of my wheelhouse. We are way down south and metal is, usually, just thrown down and screwed in. Lots of dishonest and inexperienced people selling it and then untrained people installing the cheapest and often illegal panels. As the saying goes, there's a sucker born every day.

Yea, fire will destroy a home regardless of the roof covering. Sorry to hear this

Yep, we have one on our list to repair this week. It's 8 years old and has screws backing out. The company that installed it offered to change out the screws for 6,500.00. Bottom feeder roofing companies, and they get away with it every time.

@@tomtheroofer I am going to inspect my screws around the area shortly. Unfortunately I don’t have the money to replace the whole roof but I may just try some silicone over the screws until I can afford to fix it. Thank you for your reply

Does the pipe and or boot penetrate through a seam where 2 metal panels overlap either on the verticle or horizontal seam? If yes, then THAT ia your problem. Some ufcgdesx chimney installers did that to me. They did not listen. Must go up through the middle of the panel. If that is your issue let me know and I will walk you through as best I can.

@@petejohnson8397 awesome. I will have to double check and get back to you!

@@bsrob1 No problem. Stay in touch.

Yes sir, people go from buying the cheapest shingles to buying the cheapest metal and never see the fault in it.

People usually dont call about leaks on pole barns and they, obviously, didnt call you back. If you used screws on an exposed fastener roof then you have leaks and loose screws, thats a fact. Whether they called you back or not is irrelevant my friend. Go back and look at your 40 year old roofs and youll see they have been repaired, replaced or are leaking and have loose screws. I appreciate your position and I understand that you have to stick to your guns for obvious reasons. I wish you luck. Atleast you are a working man and that much I respect.

@@tomtheroofer Good points and thanks for the feedback. My real point is asphalt roofs are a bad idea and there are better ways for roofing.

Can't accept what idea? This is in the south, completely different worlds. It would aslo depend on the pitch of your roof. As you stated, the lower pitched roof still holds the snow and you have yearly maintenance. Here, in Florida, a good shingle roof can last 18-22 years with zero maintenance. Climbing a 12/12 pitch roof every year sounds dangerous, especially metal.

The idea that a metal roof can work fine. Just need to install it properly. Of course throwing one up straight over the top of a deteriorating shingle roof doesn't seem like a good idea.

Invite me over for an inspection. Seeing the extreme backed out screws only doesnt mean that the others are not loose. No ceiling stains doesn't mean no leaks and no rotten wood. By the time you notice your stains, especially in a metal roof, the problems are extreme. Or, just maybe, you have good luck. Stranger things have happened. Tell me about the caulking around your penetrations.

Exactly

It is certainly possible if your roof was installed years ago but the coilated nails don't have that as a commin issue. Most backed out nails were from decking nails that did not hit the rafter. In Florida we have to use ring shank nails and that eliminated that issue. A high nail, nowadays, is usually due to the air pressure and rarely a backing out issue. Gotta hire the right guys with proper qc.

You can't just cherry pick a section of the video brother. Bring me to an exposed fastener roof that is 10 years old and has not been touched and I'll show you lose and missing fasteners. What about the vents and caulking? What about the other people that have these same issues that I mentioned in these comments, are they all liars as well? Thats why the metal companies DO NOT warranty the screws, because it is an obvious flaw. Your opinion is appreciated though, no hard feelings.

If they were all done like that then I'd have notbing to complain about. My wife says I am only happy if I have sometbing to complain about...lol

Maybe. But after a while that hole will not hold the screw tight. Yes, you can get a bigger screw but many times the wood will not hold even the larger shank. The caulking on the penetrations is a terrible way as well.

Ecactly. My issue is with the cheap garbage that was talked about and shown on the video. Literally 95% of the roofs in Florida are like those. The hacks just sling em on.

No false information at all. I have been roofing for 29 years. Prices for shingle roofs are always very similar. A legitimate company will be between 405-430 a square for a normal, 4/12 to 6/12 pitch roof. A crap metal roof (throwing metal down and screwing it in) will be 500 a square. Bring me to your metal roof and I will show you loose screws. You, my friend, just don't know the math and, obviously, havent been in the business and/or been taken for a ride on the metal scam coaster. Thanks for the input sir.

We live in 2 different parts of the country and These people are tired and mostly just not able to continuously replace 110 mph wind rated shingles that end up on the ground every other week. I never said there’s not a loose screw on a metal roof. I do know the math as it fits my market and have been around Const for a min now. You don’t make up the value of a product, the market and the consumer does. Value is what the consumer is willing to pay. I’ve never sold anyone a scam.

@@jacec5855 110 mph shingle is a scam as well. A properly installed shingle roof will outlast the screws on an exposed fastener metal roof. As you stated, 2 different parts of the country and ive been in it a few minutes. If you are happy with the metal roofs that you've installed after you have checked on them 15 years later then all I can say is kudos brother. On the other hand I can walk on almost any metal roof and find issues with the fasteners in as little as 5 years.

Around here, in Central Florida, over 90% of the metal roofs are done like this. It's terrible man.

It's a free country and I think thats a fair comment. Althougb I disagree I do have a counter point. Lets just say, for arguments sake, that the screws are perfect and do not back out. ALL penetrations are caulked and that is the only way to leak proof the flashings on these roofs. I appreciate your friendly comment and look forward to any friemdly rebuttals or more fair conversations. :)

Exactly. I still don't like those for other reasons but if someone is stuck on metal then that is the way to go.

As a carpenter I had to learn from the manufacturer the best way to screw metal on.

If you must have exposed fasteners then zaks are it. This doesn't help with caulking as the main protector on ALL penetrations but is is a start.

I agree.

Ive done many thousands, good luck

I agree with everything you said. Lots of dirt bags out there in the industry and its only getting worse.

Misery loves company and a sucker is born every day. If it is an exposed fastener metal roof it will have backed out screws. That is why 100% of the warranties DO NOT cover backing out screws.

I can dig that my friend. Nothing is perfect but these local hacks don't put on a good metal roof. My only issue is with exposed fastener roofs, particularly with a dpuble layer and and cheaper than a good shingle tear off.

Not true but I appreciate your passion. Atleast we agree that it should be torn off. These guys here do not even do that.

That's false and spread by people that don't know what they are talking about. They may ask for an inspection but new rules state that they can not deny coverage based on age only. Also, and ive personally seen this, the realtor and their inspector will ignore the backed out screws and worn out caulking that is on almost every barn style roof. They use the same lies stated here by you. Have a good day.

A good, enclosed fastener metal roof is awesome. I agree with you on most of this. The pointy heads think they are getting a real metal roof when these hacks throw down this barn metal. It takes 8-12 years before the buyers remorse sets in. No roof is without issues but a good shingle roof will last 18-22 years with zero maintenance. After the last batch of hurricanes came through almost no damage was do e to shingle roofs in my area. The newer architectural shingles, even the cheaper brands, do very well.

You are correct about the thermal expansion its something like 1mm per meter. But fixing on the ribs and not in the pan like 99% of americans do is correct trade practice. In new zealand (we get 25 deg cel shifts within 24hr windows easy pie) and high rainfall, long run metal manufacturers *will not* warranty their roofing products if they are pan/trough fixed, period. 🤷‍♂ I have this convo daily with yanks, they think they know better but yet dont listen to people who install these roofs bread and butter in the countries that design the stuff. Its like 'standing seam' 😂 go to Europe and have a look at actual standing seam/angle seam/capped seam roofs you will see the stuff in USA is a rip off of the real deal. We got all this swaged tray roofing here in nz now too, but I fixed euro tray for years. Research: Diamond Roofing NZ they own the euro tray patent here...

@@zweed69 I agree that Australia and New Zealand are far ahead of the US with regard to metal roofing practice. In the Philippines, more than 95% of the roofs are metal, and while the expansion and contraction there is much less pronounced than in areas further from the equator, they too are ahead of the US, despite being a developing country.

Standing seam or any concealed fastener roofs are alright in my book. Its the ckeap garbage, as shown, that I dislike.

Yes, exactly.

Same with their identification...it is disgusting

Exactly. The few people that haven't noticed their issues yet think they got a good deal and call me a scammer, as if I get money for sharing a real issue. Misery loves company and passions run deep.

Don’t watch one two minute video of a guy that is selling shingle roofs and take it as truth. Metal roofs last 50 years and if installed properly will be maintenance free. This guy is a joke.

@@NicholasWHaley7 Thanks for the advise, I appreciate it Nicholas.

You are wrong. And No exposed fastener metal.roof will last 50 years withought major upkeep. As far as being a joke you are uneducated and calling names is for children. You, however, do not know what you are talking about. If you are in Central Floruda invite me to a roof you did 50 years ago. A standing seam or decra metal roof can last a long time but this video is about exposed fastener roofs. Ntm your 50 year old, fictional, roof would have had issues around the caulked up flashings. IF it was installed like the ones in my video and thatvis how 90% of the metal roofs in my area of relevance are installed.

You cherry picked and didn't pay attention to the entire video my friend. I even metioned grandpas roof had lead heads and that is what made it last longer. You started off by saying it was standing seam as well and, if you watched to learn, not react then you would have agreed with me because I only focused on exposed fastener roofs. Also, today we use ring shank nails and they do not pull out yet the screws do. This is a well known problem and NO roofers will give a warranty on screws pulling out, period. These are facts in my area on the country.

Not anymore in North Florida.

They require stripping the roof, replacing any rot with full sheets, have an inspection, then put new roof on

Not true, most shingle roofs, in my area, are torn off to the wood. We have some very strict codes that include renailing the decking. Your comme t lets me know that you are not in Florida and that is very relivant in this case. Many other states have roof overs but that changed in florida years ago. A shingle over will only last 10-12 years here before serious problems.

We will see a real metal roof, just not these exposed fastener roofs with barn metal. The video is about a specific metal and installation.

Yes sir, I agree. Look at some of these conflicting stories. Lots of rudeness and animosity. Most metal roofs are garbage.

I believe you opted for 'cheap" and that's what you got. I have a barn that was built in 1964 and it has the original metal roof with no leaks.

Only if they miss the truss and are not ring shank.

You are incorrect, no scare mongering. Look at all the comments, plenty of people with this issue. The amount of rain is irrelevant. I don't know about australia but in the south east us this is a real issue. Maybe its the climate my man. No scare mongering my dude. Lol at 35 year old caulking that has never been replaced. Talk about bologna...

@@tomtheroofer If you are relying on caulk under sheet laps to keep your roof watertight, then maybe you are in the wrong game my friend. But what can I tell you, my roof is 35 years old and the only maintenance is I repainted it 2 years ago. Believe it or not. Btw, look at the comments.... A lot are also refuting your claims as well. Just because you don't know how to install a decent metal roof doesn't mean the product sucks. Maybe the problem is something else?

I appreciate that you think you are correct. Obviously you cherry pick and use things out of context. Compression is key. Good luck in your future ventures.

Absolutely, in my first few years, back in the 1990s, this is how it was done. It took some finesse though, couldn't just go ham with heavy torque drills.

You are incorrect and these are all on homes. Invite me over after 7 or 8 years and ill show you your screws pulling out along with your caulked up penetrations failing.

@@tomtheroofer shingles do not last 20 years, mine are only 10 and they are high speed and Hurricane Ian took off the sand off the shingles. I already have 2 layers of Shingles so living down here in Florida is NOT FEASIBLE to have shingles. Last, manufacturers are in fact using the cheapest products they can in order to be able to even sale shingles. It's like asphalt on the roads, the state contracts the cheapest bidder and they end up laying down cheap asphalt that does not last. I live on a main road here in Florida and I can tell you they redid that road about 7-8 years ago and they are filling in pot holes. Shingles is the same way. The only way screws can back out is with swaying or a vibration. I can see metal building doing this as they sway with winds but not block or wooden home. My dad's screws are fine, he got up there about 6 years ago and all were still tight and set in place and been like that since 2004!! Last, if I need to replace shingles then you have to replace it in sections where metal roofs you just replace the panels. Even if you are correct and the screws do backout guess what? Its cheaper to just buy new screws and replace the old ones than buying new shingles and new panels so your point in metal roofs are not good. I am NOT downing shingles but here in Florida they are truly worthless because of hurricanes. This is why I keep saying Florida Law should mandate all new homes to have metal roofs. It would make our insurance cheaper. Maybe up north or the midwest Shingles are good but not here in Florida. I am a huge antiShingle person living here in Florida all my life. I know what happens with shingles.

@@whatsupdocchemdog5994 no one will sell me on shingles they are junk have to buy a roof 6 times in your life using shingles lol. in a days time you can resolve any and all issues with a metal roof without paying 6000 plus for all new one lol. and even if ya did need all new a metal roof is a 1/8th the price if ya got amish anywhere near by like me, paid 1100 for everything to do 14x75 roof.

@@whatsupdocchemdog5994 well, a double layer is only going to last 10 years brother. Thats the main issue here. Sounds like the lowest bidder got the job 10 years ago too. That tells me that the first layer was cheap 3 tabs meant to last 13 years and the second layer, regardless of brand and style, was doomed from the beginning. Maybe you were fooled but thats how it shook out. As someone that has nearly 3 decades in roofing I've seen the cheapest route outcome a million times and this is always the result. Caulking is not a reasonable penetration flashing either. To each their own brother.

@@tomtheroofer the house was built in 1993 and they installed the second layer in approximately 2012 but they installed high seed shingles. I bought three house last year, its a cedar wood house. Hurricanes damages all shingles on shingle roofs because of the high winds. Many times the winds what causes shingles to flap up and down up and down and then break off the shingle. If they don’t break off, then the next hurricane will eventually break them off shingles and hurricanes don’t mix well at all. Like I said, I don’t have nothing against shingles, I prefer metal roofs because of the hurricanes

Odd way to react. This video had zero to do with recycling and everything to do with screws backing out and terrible penetrations. I'd like to know how I scammed you or anyone. If you would like someones discarded metal to install on your home I'll get you some. Lots of metal in the dumps not only from roofing but also automobiles, appliances etc. Although shingles may take a while to biodegrade it takes metal the same time. ... In a perfect world we would have neither of these but we live on planet earth, atleast most of us do. A good shingle roof will last 20 years with zero maintenance. An average metal roof will need maintenance within the first 5 to 10 years and then every 2 to 5 years after that to reseal all the boots tighten the screws. A standing seam roof may last 20 to 40 years but the boots will need to be sealed because they are rubber with caulking.

As all things in roofing and life are, however, a good shingle roof requires zero maintenance and can last for 18-22 years. A good metal roof, standing seam or decra will last for twice as long. This issue is thay everyone uses this cheap barn metal with exposed fasteners.

It sounds like the barn was built with slats and there is no plywood. If thats the case then you're only realistic option is standing seem. If you have a solid substrate (plywood) then shingles are the smartest choice. Here is my professional opinion: Standing seem, with no issues, will last an extremely long time but 1. The color fades so stick with galvanized color(silver/gray) 2. If there ever is an issue you will be at the mercy of the few roofers that do standing seem. You can't just patch a panel or replace a panel for a couple dollars, you'll be hammered flat monetarily speaking. The entire panel will have to be uncrimped and it will stick out like a new tooth in a smokers mouth. Shingles, a good shingle job, is definitely the way to go. Use O.C. Duration with all O.C. products including vent sure and have it installed by real roofers (unless your in a state without regulations (Georgia for example) then just make sure that they are somewhat decent. Our roofs are built to last 18-22 years with zero maintenance. Id rather have a 20 year no worry roof than any other option, just gotta rip that bandaid off. :)

@@tomtheroofer thanks for the reply! We actually upgraded to plywood on our shop. I edited my first comment to add that in. The screws are still backing out. My husband replaced several with longer bigger ones, but it isn’t making a difference. We just built our house 2 years ago on the same property and had the OC Trudefinition Duration shingles installed in Sand Dune color which looks sooooo good! I told him if we do shingles, we’ll get the same color and it will look awesome. We would do the roofing ourselves. Prices are just too high anymore to ever hire anybody. It sucks. We reshingled our old house. It’s a lot of work but we do know how to do it. The shop roof would be so easy, other than the height 😂. We were just really drawn to the ease of labor and weight with the metal.

@@Twinleo1 Ahh, yes mam, and you'll be safe with those Duration. Bite the bullet sister and be done with it!

THIS IS ABOUT EXPOSED FASTENERS. If the shoe doesn't fit....come on man. You stated yourself that there are no exposed fasteners and then proceed with the rest of this. Sounds great for you and I'm happy for you.

Only exposed fastener metal roofs. There are other options brother. These are crap and belong on barns.

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The few that ive seen looked terrible from the lap angle. I wonder how easy or hard a repair would be. They are interesting though.

It wasn't a salespitch. The metal shown is exactly what im talking about. Any exposed fastener metal roof is garbage. Other than that some are ok. The facts are that over 90% of installed metal is this type.

Exactamundo, lots of shady roofing companies combined with pointy headed consumers makes our industry look bad. Replacing some screws next week on an 8 year old roof. Im doing it because the original contractor, still in business, wants 7k to replace the screws on his 8 year old roof. Upside-down world man.

That is correct. Most roofers use the cheapest metal installed in terrible fashion. No matter what style of metal they all have caulking holding the boots together.

Everything you said was a lie. Good luck though.

I can if you really want me to. Those are usually because of installer error. Exposed fastener roofs are because of material. I aslo didnt show 1997 didge trucks with transmission issues or Chinese drywall problems. This was a specific video with a specific purpose.

I can appreciate the fact that you think you know what you are talking about. I wish you luck.

If you are installing exposed fastener roofs then you are selling and installing a roof made to fail that will need heavy maintenance and that maintenance will have diminishing returns. You, clearly, install barn metal on peoples homes and don't warranty the screws.

We warranty every bit of our roofs right down to finish issues.. I am not a metal roof salesman as I do shingles as well so I don't care what the customer wants.. They get a price for shingles and metal then they decide.. 27 years of metal roofs and the only roof that I've got back on was a 15 year old installation issue that was easily fixed.. I've gone back on dozens of shingle roofs for everything from tree branches to storm damage and moss growth.. Shingles are junk and if you can't see that then you should not be roofing@@tomtheroofer

Exactly sir

Full coverage ice/water is required on a low slope such as yours. Shingles are not the quality they were 25 years ago, I would be willing to bet that your new shingles will not last as long as your old ones especially on a 3/12.