MSR FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQs ABOUT MASTER STEEL ROOFING
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Yes, Master Steel Roofing is a licensed and insured metal roofing company, located in New Paris, Indiana serving the greater Northern Indiana area and beyond.
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Master Steel Roofing has been installing standing seam metal roofing since 1998 and has been manufacturing our own metal panel systems since 2004.
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Master Steel Roofing serves the greater Michiana Area stretching from Indianapolis, Indiana to Grand Rapids, Michigan and beyond including New Paris, Goshen, South Bend, Elkhart, Lagrange, Fort Wayne, Middlebury, Warsaw, Syracuse, Etc…
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At this time MSR does not offer in house financing. Many of our customers use a personal loan with their bank for their financing needs.
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Yes, Master Steel Roofing offers free estimates. Click here to Request an estimate online.
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Don’t let the name fool you, we’re more than just roofs. Master Steel Roofing is highly experienced in Metal Roofing as well as Metal Siding, and Gutters.
FAQs ABOUT METAL ROOFING
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A properly installed standing seam metal roof can last 40–70+ years, depending on the quality of the metal, protective coating, installation, maintenance, and environmental conditions. One of the biggest factors affecting the long-term performance and appearance of a metal roof is the type of coating applied to the steel.
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At Master Steel Roofing, we commonly work with coated Galvalume, SMP paint, and Kynar® (PVDF) paint systems. Each offers different levels of protection, performance, and expected service life.
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Yes Painted Metal Roofs Can Fade Over Time. Ultraviolet (UV) Rays From the Sun Break Down the Paint Pigments and Protective Resins, While Heat, Moisture, and Pollution Speed Up The Process. However, Modern High-Quality Finishes Fade Very Slowly and Retain Much Longer than Asphalt Shingles. Master Steel’s Roofing Material Manufacturers Offer Paint Warranties Against Significant Fading and Chalking.
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Yes, Metal Roofing can be installed over shingles as long as the current roof only has one layer of shingles, the current shingles are not curled, broken, or rotting, and the wood deck underneath is not weak or damaged.
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Modern Residential and Commercial Metal Roofs are not loud when installed properly with solid decking, quality underlayment, and proper attic insulation.
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Metal roofs do not attract lightning any more than an asphalt, tile, or wood roof. Unlike wood or asphalt, metal will not catch fire if a strike does happen to occur.
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Yes, Master Steel Roofing offers several mechanically seamed panel options which work on slopes as low as 1/4”:12 pitch.
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Yes, metal roofs can rust, but all of our roofing uses high quality protective coatings to resist rust for decades. Regular maintenance to check for deep gouges or scratches in the metal roof helps to prevent rust from developing.
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Yes, your homeowners insurance may go down (often by up to 35%), depending on your specific insurance provider. We encourage you to contact your insurance provider when making your roofing decision.
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Yes, a metal roof can reduce your energy bills. Metal roofs can cut cooling costs by 10% to 25% (and up to 40% in ideal conditions) by reflecting solar radiation instead of absorbing heat like standard asphalt shingles. Light colors reflect significantly more sunlight than dark, unpainted metal.
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Cell phone signal strength is influenced by many factors, including your distance from the nearest cell tower, surrounding buildings and trees, terrain, your phone and carrier, and the construction materials used throughout your home. If you already have weak reception, a metal roof could potentially make your signal slightly weaker in some circumstances.
For homes with poor cell service, options such as Wi-Fi calling, a properly installed cellular signal booster, or an exterior antenna can often improve reception.
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