FIRE
Are Metal Roofs Fire-Resistant?
Most metal roofing carries a Class A fire-resistant rating, the highest possible. If you live in an area prone to wildfires, a metal roof is the number one home investment you can make. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recommends that in fire-prone areas, if a roof is covered with wood or asphalt shingles, homeowners consider replacing it with a fire-resistant material, such as metal.
Home Improvement And Wildfire Protection Plans Go Hand-In-Hand
Wildfire season is something all homeowners in the western U.S. and Canada need to consider as it relates to their home improvement plans. Specifically, incorporating ignition-resistant building materials as part of home renovation plans to help protect homes from wildfires.
As the past few years have shown, more areas in the western U.S. and Canada are vulnerable to wildfires than ever before. Flying embers from a wildfire can destroy a home up to a mile away and a roof is one of the most vulnerable areas. Given that wildfire season could start and strike at any time, it’s an ideal time for homeowners to incorporate improvements that will make their home more defensible and wildfire resistant.
FEMA Urges Homeowners In Fire-Prone Areas To Choose Metal Roofing
FEMA recommends that in fire-prone areas, homeowners replace wood or asphalt shingles with fire-resistant materials like metal.
Metal roofing carries a Class A fire rating, the highest available, able to withstand flames for up to four hours under UL 790/ASTM E 108 standards.
In addition to fire safety, metal roofing offers durability, water resistance, energy efficiency, low maintenance, and long-term sustainability—making it one of the best choices for protecting homes.
