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    Home » Renovations

    Our New Metal Roof

    By: Jane · Updated: 17 Mar, '19 · This post may contain affiliate links · 17 Comments

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    In this post, I'm sharing photos of our new charcoal gray metal roof along with reasons why we decided on this roofing material as part of our recent home renovations.

    New metal roof on a country cottage

    Dear readers, I am so excited to share the photos of our new metal roof with you today! I'll have to say that it made our house look 100% better!

    Leo and I have known for a few years that we needed a new roof but we had to make a decision as to what kind of roofing material to use. I kept holding out for a metal roof because I though our little country cottage was just begging for a metal roof! 

    But Leo was concerned about the added expense of a metal roof versus an asphalt shingle roof. About 2 years ago, we had a local roofer to come out to the house to give us an estimate on a new asphalt shingle roof,and I thought it was rather expensive. 

    So I implored Leo to get an estimate for a metal roof for comparison sake and he remembered that he had a friend from the Columbia area who works for Midlands Carolina Exteriors. 

    Midlands carolina exteriors sign

    Richard drove down from Columbia to measure the house in order to give us an estimate. He gave us a quote for both roofing materials, and I was pleasantly surprised that a metal roof was not going to cost a great deal more than a shingle roof. 

    Well, not THAT much more when you consider that a new metal roof is going to last the rest of our lifetime! Yes, it's true that a metal roof is more expensive but there are many advantages to consider when weighing the difference.

    Advantages of a Metal Roof

    • Metal roofs last much longer than other roofing materials.
    • They are more durable and can withstand wind gusts up to 140 mph.
    • They will not corrode.
    • They require little to no maintenance.
    • They will not ignite into flames during wildfires, lightning strikes, or from wayward fireworks.
    • Metal roofs are energy efficient because they reflect solar heat.
    • They are more environmentally friendly because they can be recycled at the end of their life.
    • They may qualify for Energy Saver tax credits and insurance discounts.

    Midlands Carolina Exteriors offers 100% financing, but we did not go that route because we decided to take out a home equity loan. We had many more things to include in our renovations other than just a new roof. 

    Roofing trucks

    Well, the day finally arrived when the installers came to replace our roof. In addition to replacing our roof, they removed one of the old chimneys, a stove pipe, and replaced much rotten wood. 

    Roofer installing a metal roof

    In addition to replacing the roof on our house, we had metal roofing placed on our newly constructed carport. 

    New metal roof

    At the same time that the roofers were working on the roof, there was another crew installing vinyl under the carport, the covered deck area, and the eaves. At our age, we don't want to paint any of that in years to come! 

    New carport and metal roof

    The wooden poles supporting the carport were wrapped in vinyl as well. In the above photo, you can see the beautiful charcoal gray color of the roof. It is not extremely dark, which I am glad, because I want to get all the advantages of the reflective quality of the metal roof. 

    Side of house with new metal roof

    We had a choice of over 25 colors but we went with this color since the other buildings in our yard have gray roofs. I do want to point out that we were given a lifetime warranty on the metal as well as a 40 year paint warranty. 

    Here is a view of the other side of our house. If you are wondering where the grass is in this photo, it is because this part of our yard was all torn up because we had our septic tank and drain lines replaced. Oh yeah, I told you we had a lot of work to do! The toilets have been gurgling for a while. (Real life!) 

    New metal roof on an old southern cottage

    Most all the wood above the screened porch had to be replaced before the new metal roof could be installed, but that was part of our contract. We were so pleased to get everything taken care of at the same time. 

    Metal roof on carport

    We love, love, love our new metal roof! It is a really impactful change that definitely upgraded our modest home. And we are so pleased with the job that Midlands Carolina Interiors did. They cleaned up all the debris and hauled it away. 

    If you are considering replacing your roof or windows or want to add a sunroom, give them a call. They cover all areas of South Carolina, Charlotte NC, and Augusta GA, and will come to your home to give you a free estimate. Be sure to tell them that you read about them on our blog! 

    New metal roof

    There are still more projects that are not completed yet, but I will share them with you as soon as they are finished.

    If you missed any of the previous posts on our home renovations, you can click the links below to follow along.

    HOME RENOVATIONS UPDATE

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    • Screen porch 2
      Sweet Summertime Screen Porch Reveal
    • Porch floor paint 1
      Repairing and Painting a Concrete Porch Floor

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    1. Pamela

      May 13, 2019 at 9:50 am

      We had a new roof put on last spring. And I choose a gray blue color to match our gray blue shutters. And our house is also white. Yes it was expensive but we saved and saved and paid cash. Congrats on your new roof.

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    2. Stacey

      April 26, 2019 at 9:31 pm

      Jane, that looks amazing! Metal roofs really do look great and update a house. I know you must be so proud and also...it feels good to have a sturdy, reliable roof over your home. 🙂

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    3. Jean Windham

      March 19, 2019 at 6:57 pm

      What a great new look! I had no idea this would make such a huge change to the overall look of the house. I love it. You and Leo make us all proud of the home place and the changes you are making for a special place for the entire Windham family. Mother and Daddy made us all feel welcome every time we came to visit. Thank you Jean

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    4. Barbara G. Richman

      March 19, 2019 at 5:43 pm

      Jane and Leo, Wow!
      Absolutely perfect!! .G
      reat choice.
      Babs

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    5. Dolly

      March 18, 2019 at 5:39 pm

      Jane and Leo, Chuck and I rode by today and your house is gorgeous!!!! I love it! You know that house probably had a metal roof on it in the earlier days! The color of the metal roof is just beautiful., such clean lines! Love it all! They did a great job!

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    6. Sherry Humphries

      March 18, 2019 at 3:07 pm

      That color was the perfect choice. It looks so good. Every time I drive by, I have to gawk at it !!!!

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    7. Mary Stewart

      March 18, 2019 at 3:04 pm

      Wow! Looks like an episode of "Fixer Upper" over there. You sure Chip and Joanna are not hiding out at your house. I can't wait to see the final reveal. It's looking GREAT!

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    8. Jo Johnston

      March 18, 2019 at 2:50 pm

      It's looking great!

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    9. Dawn

      March 18, 2019 at 11:51 am

      The metal roof looks great! I love the color you chose. My husband and sons put our metal roof on 13 years ago. It totally changes the look of a house. We love ours. We live in south Florida with all kinds of storms, and hurricanes. It has held up great! Can’t wait to see everything when it’s finished.

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    10. Shirley @Housepitality Designs

      March 18, 2019 at 11:29 am

      It looks amazing Jane!...I also agree that a metal roof is perfect for your beautiful cottage!! Congrats and look forward to your many projects ahead!

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    11. Kathleen

      March 18, 2019 at 11:00 am

      Jane, I really appreciate your review of the metal roofs as we’re in the process of replacing ours. Thank you!

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    12. Francis Moore

      March 18, 2019 at 9:54 am

      It is beautiful. I am happy for you. I just used my equity loan to get a new counter top in the kitchen.

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    13. Jan

      March 18, 2019 at 9:42 am

      What a gorgeous look - I'm so happy for you!

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    14. Lynda Ramage

      March 18, 2019 at 9:12 am

      IT LOOKS SUPER AND I'M SURE YOU WILL ENJOY IT. WE, TOO, HAVE METAL AND THANKFUL THAT WE DO. THANKS FOR SHARING AND ENJOY, ENJOY! BLESSINGS AND I HOPE YOU HAVE THE SUNSHINE THAT WE HAVE IN THE SPARTANBURG/PACOLET AREA.

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    15. Frances

      March 18, 2019 at 8:35 am

      Your new roof looks so good but even better no more worries about roofing. Great that the rain is holding off so things can get done!

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    16. Sandy

      March 18, 2019 at 8:23 am

      It truly does look wonderful and the best thing is like you said...you want have to deal with it again in your lifetime:)

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    17. laura janning

      March 18, 2019 at 5:43 am

      i am so excited for all of your updates to the cottage! A solid roof is important.

      Reply

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