Zinc is a hugely popular roofing material, and it’s easy to see why. Not only is it stylish and trendy, but it is also exceptionally durable, and can last in perfect condition for up to 100 years.
However, the main drawback of choosing zinc roofing is its cost. For some property owners, the higher price point of zinc roofing means that it is not a feasible option.
Thankfully though, that doesn’t mean you have to give up your hopes of installing metal roofing! There are many great alternatives out there to zinc, which provide high durability and stylish finishes, at a lower price point.
To help you choose the right metal roofing for you and your property, our experts have created this brief guide to the best zinc roof alternatives on the market.
Copper Roofing
The benefits of Copper Roofing:
- Extremely durable
- It has a remarkable lifespan, of between 60-100 years
- Very low maintenance
- It is renowned for its dramatic style, particularly when the copper oxidises to a brilliant blue-green colour
- Super energy-efficient, making it a great way to reduce the carbon footprint of your home. As a result, it provides a future-proof investment
- Highly fire resistant
- Corrosion-resistant, and will not deteriorate over time
- Available in a wide range of metal roofing types, including standing seam roofs and copper shingle roofs.
Coated Aluminium Roofing
The benefits of Aluminium Roofing:
- Weather resistant, and will not deteriorate over time
- Incredible strength, despite its light-weight
- Has a long lifespan, and will remain in perfect condition for decades
- Environmentally friendly and highly sustainable
- Recyclable
- Available in a wide range of different styles, roof types and designs
- Very energy efficient, reducing both the cost of your utility bills and your home’s carbon footprint
- Super lightweight, so will have minimal impact on the structure supporting it
- Very affordable
GreenCoat PLX roofing
The benefits of GreenCoat Roofing:
- Extremely durable
- Super environmentally friendly, and made using GreenCoat’s innovative, highly sustainable production methods
- Fully recyclable
- Highly affordable
- A high level of formability, providing designers and property owners with complete flexibility
- Corrosion-resistant
- Scratch-resistant
- Bold colours, which won’t fade or deteriorate over time
SHOULD I INVEST IN ZINC ROOFING?
Despite its high price point, zinc roofing consistently remains one of the most popular types of roofing on the market.
This is because, although its initial installation may be more expensive than other types of metal roofing, it represents a fantastic investment. It has a lifespan of up to 100 years, meaning it will last you for an entire lifetime.
So, although there are plenty of great alternatives out there, zinc is a great option to choose. Of course, however, this will depend on your budget and other requirements.
If you’d like to find out more about metal roofing, and get specialist advice about which variety would provide the best fit for you, our team is on hand to help.
At JTC Roofing, our team of professional roofing contractors have extensive experience working with metal roofing. As specialist metal roofing installers, we can ensure that your new metal roof unlocks all of these remarkable benefits, and achieves an exceptionally long lifespan.