2021 metal roofing price projections help contractors determine how to move forward with estimates and building projects as the year progresses. So far, the year has been quite unpredictable! Wagner is here to inform customers and contractors about what is currently happening within the steel industry. From steel supply, price fluctuation, and the consumer market, all your answers will be found here. Any other year, we wouldn’t have issues determining where the price of steel should fall month after month. Living through the pandemic for over a year makes determining 2021 metal roofing price projections more difficult than ever before. Here is what we know.

2021 metal roofing trends are beginning to develop. These trends will create inspiration over the winter to begin our exterior decorating in spring. Being quarantined for most of 2020 has inspired many to dive into various home renovations. Remodeling in 2021 is no exception! Each homeowner has their own sense of style, but trends can easily influence us in our creativity. Trends come and go; however, some remain timeless. In 2020 lighter colored roofs—such as light beige and taupe—were trending. What is in store for metal roofing in 2021? Continue reading to learn the predicted 2021 metal roofing trends to get you motivated for your next renovation!

Installing Metal Roof Panels over shingles can be a possibility for you under the right circumstances. Metal Roof Panels is an incredibly unique roofing solution. Unlike other roofing materials, it is incredibly durable and lightweight. This allows for the opportunity to layer a metal roof over existing shingles. Before your dead set on doing this yourself—there are some considerations to keep in mind. Most of the time, laying a metal roof on top of shingles is not an issue. However, this application cannot be done in every case. Continue reading to see if this construction could be a possibility for you!

Metal roofing condensation sounds like it would be self-explanatory, but there is more than meets the eye. When we discuss condensation on a metal roof—we are referencing the space between the roof decking and underneath the metal panels. Water droplets form on the windshield of our cars, windows, doors, etc., early in the morning as the sun rises. This is caused when the air reaches dew point temperature. This occurs when warm air reaches a cool surface. Condensation outside the roof is normal and nothing to be concerned about. However, condensation building beneath the metal roof is a huge concern. The everyday morning dew will eventually evaporate as the sun’s rays hit the surface. What happens when the condensation is trapped beneath the surface with nowhere to go? It certainly is not good news. Continue reading to learn how we as homeowners can detect, fix, and prevent metal roofing condensation.

A standing seam roof is a stunning feature on a home that will last for decades. You’ve heard of metal roofing before, but do you know all your panel design options? Customers have two panel designs to choose from at Wagner—traditional AG panels and standing seam panels. AG panels display a thicker profile with exposed fasteners. Standing seam panels have a low profile with concealed fasteners. For those who are turned away from traditional exposed fastener metal roofing systems—standing seam may be an option for you! Wagner manufactures the best metal roofing products in Ohio. Who better to trust with your standing seam roof? Continue reading to learn more about this exclusive panel design.

With evolving science, testing, and alterations, metal roofs have transformed—for the better—over the years. Steel roofing has begun rising in popularity, but homeowners still have their misconceptions about the material.