Drexel Products

For decades, asphalt shingles have dominated the roofing market, due in part to their affordability, widespread availability, and familiarity among both contractors and homeowners. But this longstanding preference is shifting. Across the country, and especially in regions that frequently experience extreme weather events, more contractors are steering homeowners toward standing seam metal roofing systems as a smarter long-term investment. 

Strong and durable roofing systems can help homes withstand inclement weather, provide improved energy efficiency, and allow a wider range of aesthetic potential. For metal roofing systems specifically, the panels’ substrate and finish offer several advantages to residential design. Taking things one step further, underlayment, an often-overlooked component of the complete roof system, can help a metal roof maximize its performance potential.

Choosing a metal roof means choosing one of the most durable, beautiful, and high-performing roofing systems available. That said, even the best roofing materials have some quirks. For example, a concern sometimes associated with a metal roofing system is the potential for visible “waviness,” which is known as oil canning. This does not indicate a structural problem; it is primarily a cosmetic issue. But it does deserve some thoughtful consideration because a metal roof is a significant investment. With proper design, material selection, and installation practices, this potential issue can be minimized, ensuring customers’ new or retrofitted roofs deliver the lasting beauty metal systems are known for.