Longhorn Roofing installs custom-built, standing-seam metal roofing, which
However, we're often asked to repair or replace screw-down, exposed-fastener metal roofing in Austin and the surrounding areas.
Here are a few frequently asked questions about metal roofing repair and replacement:
In order to install screw-down roofs, a drill needs to make a hole in the roof panel.
Although the screw will be put in with a washer that should seal the gap, the fact is that:
During the process of metal roof repair, it's important to make sure that the fasteners and sealants or rubber gaskets are properly chosen according to the specifications of the metal building manufacturer.
Metal roof repair experts like those at Longhorn Roofing know how to:
Standing-seam roofing covers over all of the fasteners that hold the roof on to the building, meaning that the Central Texas weather can't hurt and corrode them.
Exposed screw-down roofing is less costly and easier to install, but since it was designed primarily for industrial buildings, agricultural structures, and warehouses, the fasteners are often made from cheaper materials, which can mean the longevity of the roof is compromised.
Often roofs last very well for several years, but after 10 to 12 years, they begin to show some issues. It is important to make sure that you have your screw-down metal roof inspected at least once a year, or after a really big storm.
Having worked in repairing and installing roofs in the Austin area for over 30 years, the professionals at Longhorn Roofing are experts at being able to estimate what needs to be done to fix your metal roof and how long the repairs will last.
Additionally, if you decide you want to replace your roof, Longhorn Roofing creates custom, standing-seam metal roofs out of thick 24-gauge Galvalume-coated panels made on-site.