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FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions |
Please read our most Frequently Asked Questions, if
you still have any other questions please feel free to
Contact Troy Bass directly and we
will do our best to answer any questions you may have.
How
can a Metal Roof save energy?
Will it look good?
Will it make noise when it rains?
Will it cost more than conventional roofing?
How do I find out
if I can get a discount on my insurance and if so, how much?
Are all metal roofs impact resistant?
How do I prove to my insurance company that my roof is
indeed “Impact Resistant”?
Is a Metal Roof Safe?
How
can a Metal Roof save energy?
Many conventional roofing materials,
asphalt shingles, for example, absorb energy from the sun.
Metal, on the other hand, reflects most of the sun’s rays.
At day’s end, metal also cools more quickly. As a result,
the attic space remains cooler, as does the living space
below. Conventional roofing materials tend to absorb and
retain heat, therefore requiring more energy to maintain a
cooler living space.
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Will it look good?
TROY BASS Roofing recognizes that
appearance is a major factor in the choice of roofing
material. To ensure that the benefits of metal go beyond
longevity and durability, Our highly diversified line of
roofing products offers the homeowner a wide variety of
styles, colors, and finishes. Please look at our
Products for more details.
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Will it make noise when it rains?
Modern metal roofing is installed directly
over plywood decking and felt. Therefore, any noise
generated by rain will be similar to that created by
conventional roofing materials. Also, as with conventional
materials, attic insulation will provide additional noise
reduction.
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Will it cost more than conventional roofing?
Although the initial cost of metal is higher, the life-cycle
costs are substantially lower than conventional materials.
The decision to select metal is often based upon the fact
that the homeowner either doesn’t want to or can’t afford to
replace their conventional roof every 10 to 12 years. Metal,
on the other hand, can provide a life time of low
maintenance.
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How do I find out if I can get a discount on my insurance
and if so, how much?
Call your insurance company to find out if they give
discounts for Class 4“Impact Resistant” roofs. To check
mandatory discounts by counties you may call the Texas Board
of Insurance by phone at 800-252-3439 or check their website
at
www.tdi.state.tx.us.
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Are all metal roofs impact resistant?
No. Only those that are listed by
Underwriters Laboratories as having passed the UL 2218 test
standard. TROY BASS Roofing
is proud to announce that each and every one of it’s metal
roof panels have qualified for the Class 4 rating under
Underwriters Laboratories UL 2218 test standard for “Impact
Resistance of Roofing Materials”. The class 4 rating is the
highest rating for which a roofing material can be
considered. This means that when you specify or use TROY
BASS Roofing, you can be assured you are getting the
most impact resistant roof available.
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How do I prove to my insurance company that my roof is
indeed “Impact Resistant”?
TROY BASS Roofing will provide a
certificate, such as the example shown below provided by the
manufacturer for the homeowner to present to their insurance
company.
Is a Metal Roof Safe?
Metal roofing and the exterior paint
systems used with them are safe materials that pose no
health risk. The surfaces are inert, with no gas emissions
or allergens. The material is non combustible, and tested
for wind resistance, fire resistance, and hail resistance.
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