Many homeowners love the idea of a metal or tin roof. The sound of raindrops pitter-pattering over the surface brings to mind memories of childhood, of summers spent in the countryside and of classic southern novels. Still, with metal roofs comes corrosion, something which isn’t so fun. Environmental corrosion leads to leaks, damage, and poor insulation of the home underneath. Luckily, corrosion can be prevented with a few basic practices or help from a Mount Pleasant roofing expert.
First of all, tin is not the only option for roofing. Copper sheet metal is a fantastic choice for several reasons. When copper interacts with the environment, a patina forms across its surface that protects it from further corrosion. The patina is usually a consistent color that forms evenly, giving a uniform sheen that adds to the beauty of the roof. In addition, the sheen reflects sunlight as opposed to absorbing it, keeping the home cooler than it might be otherwise. However, while copper is a great roofing material by itself, placing it in a location where it combats runoff from other surfaces leads to greater corrosion than it is naturally capable of withstanding.
While using copper roofing, there is usually little need to add any commercial products to the roof.