Richmond has an extreme climate for homes due to the flat, exposed nature of the island. The roof will face harsh salty sea air, high winds, and long periods of heavy rainfall. This causes asphalt shingles to deteriorate faster; therefore, investing in a Metal Roofing in Richmond for your home or strata council is a wise long term decision.
Benefits Of A Metal Roof In Richmond
The interlocking metal panels and hidden fixings help protect against high winds.
The smooth metal panels help shed water and reduce the chance of leaks, moss and water damage during long rainy winters.
A well installed metal roof will last between 40-70 years meaning it will last 2-3 times longer than an average asphalt roof.
Metal does not suffer from moss, rot or pests, so there will be less maintenance.
Reflective finishes help keep homes cooler during summer, saving on energy costs.
Types Of Metal Roof For Salty Air
As Richmond is close to the water it’s important to choose the right type of metal and coating. The salty air will cause lower quality metals to corrode faster. For this reason we use the following types of metal on properties in Richmond:
High quality painted finishes – high quality coatings will help prevent salt, UV and moisture from affecting the metal and will keep their colour for decades.
Aluminium – this is naturally resistant to rusting and works well on homes that are closest to the shoreline like Steveston and along the dykes.
Corrosion resistant flashing and fixings – small details such as flashing and screws are often the first thing to go wrong in coastal areas. We use matching materials.
Popular Types Of Metal Roof In Richmond
Standing seam metal roofing is the most popular option. This uses clean vertical panels with hidden fixings to provide the best protection from the weather. Metal shingles are also a good option as they offer the durability of metal but have a more traditional look. This is ideal for many family homes in areas like Broadmoor, Seafair and Terra Nova. Corrugated metal is a durable and affordable option for garage, outbuildings and some commercial properties.
Cost Of Metal Roofs In Richmond
Most residential metal roofs in the Lower Mainland cost between $12,000 to $35,000 depending on the size of your roof, roof pitch, type of metal, finish and how much of your current roof needs removing. Metal can be expensive to install compared to asphalt shingles but due to it lasting much longer and requiring very little maintenance it can often be cheaper in the long run.
Metal Roofs For Strata In Richmond
There are a large amount of townhomes and strata in Richmond. Having a metal roof will reduce the amount of repairs needed, increase the time between replacements and give more predictable maintenance costs for your strata council. We work with councils and property managers to plan and communicate with residents to cause as little disruption as possible.
Get A Quote For A Metal Roof In Richmond
To find out more about our metal roofing service or to view our full range of roofing services in Richmond please get in touch with Great West Roof for a free no obligation quote (778) 578-7018