Pro Advice & Tips

After hurricanes, wildfires and other disasters when re-roofing demand is high, beware of scams and con artists

For the best return on your roofing investment, consider overall cost of ownership. Choose longer-lasting, energy efficient roofs that also offer lower maintenance benefits

The right type of roofs can perform multiple environmentally-beneficial functions, such as reducing energy consumption, rainwater collection and solar generation. Metal roofs are made of recyclable materials and last longer, reducing the need for frequent replacement

Free video resource for re-roofing a home, covering topics such as how to choose the right roof for your region, the basics of metal roofing, roofing style options and roofing care and maintenance tips from the Metal Roofing Alliance

Communities can be built to better withstand extreme weather events with affordable and cost-effective strategies, according to a FEMA case study

Safety experts offer tips for how to best protect your home from wildfire danger.

Long-lasting metal roofs also save money, thanks to lower cost of maintenance, making them one of the easiest types of roofs to care for. Get simple, non-toxic cleaning methods and a DIY recipe to maintain your metal roof.

home solar systems can help lower utility bills, but making sure you have the right roof to support rooftop solar systems is key

There are many variables when it comes to re-roofing your home so work with an installer who can help you navigate your options and ask essential questions to choose the roofing option that is best for your home.

Roofing experts clear up misconceptions and mistaken beliefs about metal roofing, including common myths.

Roofing experts offer essential advice to homeowners living near coastlines to help protect their homes

The right type of roof for your home can keep you cool while maximaizing energy savings during hot weather

For homeowners looking for low maintenance roofs with great style, MRA experts give advice on how to choose metal roof coatings

Pop Quiz! The answers may surprise you. Hail, heavy rainstorms, lightning and high winds: your roof takes the full impact of powerful storms. Protecting your home from one of Mother Nature’s most fearsome forces means understanding how roofs perform. To see whether your home’s roof is up to the test, MRA’s leading roofing experts and installers invite you to test your own knowledge with this simple True or False quiz:  True or False: The type of roof on your home makes a diff

Rooftop snow guard systems help prevent rooftop avalanches

Roofing experts share five questions homeowners should ask if they want to lower home insurance premiums

Builders prefer to use metal roofs for benefits including better return on invesment, reduced installation time and ongoing low maintenance as compared to asphalt shingles

s a homeowner, it helps to know that you do have rights and there are opportunities to advocate for changing and updating your HOA’s rules such as allowing for sustainable, easier to maintain metal roofs

Key Points: Fall is the perfect time to get your home’s roof ready for winter storm season Simple maintenance can help prevent costly damage, and make your roof last longer Dangers such as ice damming and rooftop snow avalanches can be avoided by taking preventative steps Getting your roof winter ready includes snow guard systems designed to control snow and ice melt. Image courtesy of MRA member S-5! https://www.s-5.com/ Have you been avoiding saying goodbye to summer’s nice

Key points Metal roofing is not a major cause of spotty or slow home Wi-Fi or cell coverage Weak or unreliable Wi-Fi or cell connectivity often stems from a variety of issues Homeowners may want to explore options to enhance their connectivity It’s super frustrating: dropped calls, slow streaming, too much time buffering. In today’s homes, Wi-Fi and cell coverage isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity, especially with the rise in working from home. So when things go wrong, it’s eas