If it’s time for a new roof, perhaps it’s also time to consider your options. Traditional roofs consisting of wood, asphalt, or fiberglass shingles are popular, and they’re what many of us are comfortable with. But it can also be worthwhile to talk over your metal roofing options with an experienced metal roofing contractor like Conrad Roofing.

Living in the Chicago area means culture, world-class architecture, and the best Polish sausage and deep dish pizza on the planet. Oh, and brutal winters. While it still may seem too early to think about snow it’s important to start prepping your home now.

Metal roofs are known for their durability and their insulating properties. But that doesn’t mean that once your metal roof is installed there’s nothing else to be done. Like any roof, a metal roof needs a bit of TLC when the cold weather hits.

The roof on your house is one of the most expensive and intensive maintenance tasks you’ll take on. To ensure that the job is done right, you need a roofing company you can trust. Be sure to ask these questions before hiring someone to do the job:

One of the best advantages of putting metal roofing on your Chicago home is the easy maintenance. Your metal roof can last 50 years or more with very little effort from you. Taking a few simple steps can ensure that it keeps looking great for years. A few of the things that will keep your roof in good shape:

Adding a metal roof to your home is a major decision. These roofs are more expensive up front and significantly change the look of your home if you had another type of roof before. Metal roofing, however, also have a wide array of advantages. Is it the right choice for you? Think about these potential benefits: