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Your energy bills drop. Your home value climbs. You stop worrying about the next storm.
Metal roofing isn’t just about surviving coastal weather—it’s about thriving through it. When installed correctly with marine-grade materials, your metal roof reflects heat instead of absorbing it, cutting cooling costs by up to 25%. The salt-resistant coating handles ocean air without the corrosion issues that plague other materials.
You’re looking at 50+ years of protection instead of replacing shingles every 15-20 years. That’s decades of not climbing on ladders, not dealing with emergency leaks, and not watching your investment deteriorate every storm season.
We aren’t another fly-by-night contractor promising the world. We’re a family-run operation with decades of experience specifically in Suffolk County’s coastal conditions.
We’ve been handling Shelter Island’s unique challenges long enough to know what works and what fails. Ocean air, high winds, temperature swings—we’ve seen how different materials and installation methods hold up over time. Our team understands that island living demands more than standard roofing solutions.
Every project gets direct oversight from our experienced crew. We’re licensed, insured, and we’ve built our reputation one satisfied neighbor at a time. When you’re dealing with something as critical as your roof, local experience and accountability matter.
First, we assess your current roof structure and discuss your goals. Not every metal roofing system works for every home, so we evaluate your specific situation—roof pitch, existing structure, aesthetic preferences, and budget.
Next comes material selection and preparation. We use coastal-rated materials designed for salt air exposure. The underlayment, fasteners, and metal panels are all selected to work together as a complete system. We handle permits and scheduling around weather windows.
Installation happens systematically. We protect your property, remove old materials if needed, install proper underlayment, and secure metal panels with marine-grade fasteners. Each seam is sealed to prevent water infiltration. Final inspection ensures everything meets local codes and our quality standards.
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Your metal roofing project includes everything needed for long-term performance in Shelter Island’s environment. We use standing seam or corrugated metal panels specifically rated for coastal exposure, with protective coatings that resist salt corrosion.
Installation includes proper ventilation, ice and water barriers, and marine-grade sealants at all penetrations. Flashing around chimneys, vents, and edges uses the same corrosion-resistant materials as your roof panels. We also install snow guards where needed to prevent dangerous ice slides.
Shelter Island’s position between the North and South Forks creates unique wind patterns and weather exposure. Our installation methods account for these local conditions, using additional fasteners in high-wind zones and ensuring proper drainage for the heavy rains common to the area. Every project comes with both manufacturer warranties on materials and our workmanship guarantee.
Properly installed metal roofing in coastal areas typically lasts 50+ years, significantly longer than traditional asphalt shingles. The key is using materials specifically rated for salt air exposure and marine environments.
Standard metal roofing can corrode quickly near the ocean, but we use aluminum or steel with specialized coatings designed to resist salt corrosion. These materials actually perform better in coastal conditions than inland because the constant moisture helps activate the protective coating layers.
Your specific lifespan depends on maintenance and severe weather exposure, but most of our Shelter Island installations from 20+ years ago are still performing excellently with minimal upkeep required.
Metal roofing typically costs 2-3 times more upfront than asphalt shingles, but the long-term value is significantly better. While asphalt might cost $8,000-12,000 for an average home, metal roofing runs $15,000-25,000 depending on material and complexity.
However, you’re comparing 15-20 years of life (asphalt) versus 50+ years (metal). Factor in energy savings from heat reflection, reduced maintenance costs, and increased home value, and metal roofing often pays for itself over time.
In Shelter Island’s harsh coastal environment, the durability difference is even more pronounced. We regularly replace 10-year-old asphalt roofs damaged by salt air and storms, while properly installed metal roofs from the 1990s are still going strong.
Actually, the opposite. Metal roofing with proper installation keeps homes more comfortable year-round while reducing energy costs. The reflective surface bounces heat away during summer, reducing cooling costs by up to 25%.
In winter, metal roofing doesn’t make homes colder. Your attic insulation controls interior temperature, not the roof material. With proper ventilation and insulation, metal roofs perform excellently in all seasons.
The key is professional installation with appropriate underlayment and ventilation. We ensure proper air gaps and insulation barriers so you get the energy benefits without temperature issues. Many of our customers are surprised how much their energy bills drop after installation.
Metal roofing is actually superior to other materials in severe weather. Properly installed standing seam metal roofing can withstand winds over 120 mph, well above what Shelter Island typically experiences.
The interlocking panel design and concealed fastener system create a continuous surface that sheds wind rather than catching it. Unlike shingles that can lift and tear off, metal panels are mechanically fastened to the roof deck at multiple points.
We use additional fasteners and reinforcement in high-wind areas based on local building codes and our experience with Shelter Island’s weather patterns. The coastal location actually helps because metal roofing performs better than alternatives in the salt air and temperature cycling common to island environments.
Metal roofing requires minimal maintenance compared to other materials, especially important for island properties where access can be challenging. Annual visual inspections and occasional cleaning are typically sufficient.
Check for loose fasteners, damaged sealant around penetrations, and clear any debris from gutters and valleys. In coastal areas, occasional rinsing helps remove salt buildup, though modern coatings are designed to handle salt exposure without frequent cleaning.
Most maintenance issues are minor and preventable with proper installation. We recommend professional inspections every 3-5 years to catch small issues before they become problems. The low maintenance requirement is one reason metal roofing makes sense for Shelter Island properties where contractors may be less readily available than mainland locations.
Modern metal roofing with proper installation is not significantly noisier than other materials. The key factors are quality underlayment, proper insulation, and professional installation techniques.
We install metal roofing over solid decking with sound-dampening underlayment, not directly over open rafters like old barn roofing. This creates a barrier that reduces sound transmission. Most homeowners report they can’t tell the difference during normal rain.
During severe storms, you might notice slightly more sound, but it’s not the dramatic difference people expect. The bigger advantage is that metal roofing handles severe weather much better than alternatives, so you’re less likely to experience the stress of wondering if your roof will hold up during the next major storm.
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