Strengths
- Concealed fasteners
- Free thermal movement
- Long service life
- Excellent snow shedding
Trade-offs
Higher upfront cost than shingles. Large hail can leave cosmetic dents. Repairs need matching panels and trained installers.
Common questions
Does standing seam need roof screws through the panels?
Most standing seam systems use hidden clips under the seams, so fasteners do not pierce the visible panel.
Not sure what you are looking at?
Describe it in the form and a local roofing partner will help you sort it out.