Getting proper measurements will naturally be important for a few different kinds of home or property tasks, and the installation of a new metal roof is a great example. Precise measurements will ensure that all metal roofing products are purchased and installed properly, maintaining their lifespan and durability in optimal ways in the years to come.

At Mid Michigan Metal Sales, we offer an unmatched selection of metal roofing panels, metal roofing shingles and other metal roofing supplies across Michigan, helping clients obtain all the necessary materials for roof replacements or repairs. Here are some basic tips from our professionals on how to properly measure for any upcoming metal roof installation you’re involved in.

Comparing different materials for certain important uses is a common and often useful task, and your roof’s material is a great example. A common question that speaks to this concept: Are metal roofs better than asphalt shingles?

At Mid Michigan Metal Sales, we’re here to offer a huge range of metal roofing products and services for clients across Michigan, including metal roofing panels, metal roofing shingles and more. For today’s blog, we’ll look at a comparison between metal roofing panels and asphalt shingles – to be clear, this comparison does not include our selection of asphalt shingles, which are a different conversation and hold their own set of benefits and qualities to consider. But because metal roofing panels are often compared directly with common asphalt shingle arrangements for roofs, here’s a breakdown of which tends to be more desirable in a few specific areas.