Thank you Ray, it was our pleasure!

Ray, your kinds words are very much appreciated, we enjoyed working with you as well, and look forward to our next project together! 

"To the prospective customer:"

I recently had Metal Roof Specialties re-roof a small house.

Before hiring MRS I did a lot of research.

I would strongly suggest using a company that primarily or exclusively does metal roofs.

None of the companies who said they "also do metal roofs" made me feel very confident.


My project went smoothly and was a pleasant , stress-free experience.

I would enthusiastically recommend MRS to anyone wanting a metal roof.


Communication was clear and easy with all company personnel, both office and on-site.

Being present to meet the foreman and discuss the project when he does his measuring is highly recommended.

All questions I had were answered clearly, all options were explained to me clearly, and I was set totally at ease.

Cleanup was very good. I was only able to find a few small bits of old roof around the entire jobsite.


Additionally, I would advise scheduling early- MRS are good, and they are likely to be busy.

Ray Gurzynski, -Everett

Leavenworth Roof Project Day 3

It's looking good!  Matte Black is the color and it looks fantastic!!!

Leavenworth Roof Project Day 1

And the color is...........................Matte Black!  Way to go Wayne and Justin, keep up the good work!

Sorry, this one won't turn around no matter how hard I try ;) 

Leavenworth Roof Project Day 0

Insulation is ready to go, and roof is soon to follow! 

We LOVE Ralff's Materpiece (and Ralff too)

Could this shed be cooler? I didn't think so!  Ralff's artistic abilities and creative spirit really show through in this one of kind shed.  He used 26 gauge Skyline material for the roof and 29 gauge Norclad for the horizontal siding on the bottom.  The trim on the siding looks fantastic as a perfect compliment to the roof.   Way to go Ralff and keep up the good work!  We look forward to helping you find the perfect metal materials for your next DIY project as well!

Saved from the Fire!

Read Here to learn more about how this couples home was saved because of it's metal roof!

Go Metal!!!

Metal Roof Specialties, Inc is celebrating our 20th year this year!  We are so happy to be a part of this wonderful community and be able to provide the services we do. Thank you Thank you Thank you to all of our supporters and friends, we are here because of you! 

Metal Sale Extended!

We are extending the metal sale for two more weeks.  You can still get 29 gauge for as low as $.68 per square foot or a 26 gauge Standing Seam metal for as low as $1.37 per square foot.  Both of these products come with great warranties and are produced by ASC Building Products, a leader in metal roofing and siding for the Pacific Northwest.  Give us a call, send us an email or stop in for a quote on your project.

Metal Fencing - I Should Have Thought Of That!

 

Here is an example of thinking outside the box.  This fence is constructed of 4" x 4" posts and 2" x 4" cross pieces all covered in 26 gauge Bare Zincalume custom flashings with the ever popular Cold Rolled Steel 7/8" Corrugated metal as the fencing.  Cold rolled steel is 22 gauge steel with no protective coatings which will allow the metal to rust to an amazing orange-brown color.  These panels were stored outside for about a year so they would be completely rusted at the time of assembly, but you could purchase the cold rolled steel panels, which will come to you with only minor rusting, construct your project then watch the color transform as the Northwest weather has its way!  Cold rolled steel is gaining popularity in this area due to its natural look and old-timey feel.  Now let me tell you the good part - THIS IS PRODUCED LOCALLY and we can get it quickly so give us a call and let's see your ideas become reality!

Memorial Day Project - We've Got Your Metal

Need metal for your siding or roofing project for this Memorial weekend.  We need to get your order in today by 3:00 to make the truck this week.  Looks like we are going to have a couple of nice days to screw down your project - give us a call and lets get your order on the truck!  Keni and Haley are standing by at 253-926-1633 or 800-310-4120.

New Roof - New Soffits!

 

The Maurer's are getting a new Smokey Blue Standing Seam Roof and Charcoal Gray Aluminum Soffits today.  Thinking about a new metal roof, new metal soffits will really finish off the project.  We can provide you with the materials and know-how to do it yourself, or we can supply and install the whole project.

New Ranch Roof

Before.



After!



The DeJarlais Ranch is looking good after a roof makeover from our metal guys.  In 8 days we re-roofed the ranch house, the garage and wood shed with 16" Skyline by ASC Building Products in Cool Classic Brown.  We want to welcome to our family the DeJarlais' and appreciate the opportunity to work with you on this project!

Metal Masterpiece - Win $250!

Did you get some metal from Metal Roof Specialties and build something really inspirational?  Did your roof or siding job come out beyond your dreams?  How about a planter box or tree house that you just can't believe you did yourself!  If you made it mostly out of metal you got from us and you want to inspire others with your ingenuity and overall experience, then send an email to Keni@MetalRoofSpecialties.com and I can get you the details that could win you $250!  Sharing ideas, technique and do-it-yourself how-to's will help others get their project off paper and into reality!  No project is too small and no idea should go unrecognized!

Language is the means of getting an idea from my brain into yours without surgery.  ~Mark Amidon

Metal Roof Reflects Sun's Heat!

We just finished Clay's house on Friday and according to him "It is presently 79 deg outside and it's 70 inside our home. No we don't have AC, we have a metal roof (of apparently the right color). I pulled down the attic stairs in the garage and went up there, it's actually cool in my attic - AMAZING!"

There is actually hard science to back up what Clay is experiencing with his new metal roof. The roof has a major impact on a homes absorption of heat from Solar Radiation - it is either reflected or absorbed into the building. "Cool" coatings focus on reflecting and shedding what heat is absorbed away from the surface. Compared to a dark grey asphalt shingle roof, a "Cool" metal roof can save 25% in energy costs.  All of the metal roofing products we use have qualified "Cool" coatings and carry the Energy Star label.  If you are in the market for a new roof, please give us a call to talk about the list of advantages when choosing metal! 

More information regarding "Cool" coatings can be found at http://www.metalroofing.com/v2/content/metal-roofing/cool-pigment-technology.cfm.

Hurray! Hurray! It Is Finally May!

May is such a great time in the Pacific Northwest.  We can almost officially stop using our furnaces and scale down to only two layers of clothing.  We are so close to going sockless in our sandals and wearing shorts with our fleece jackets and planning our weekend adventures OUTSIDE!

Now is the time to take a good hard look at your home improvement projects.  The winter takes such a toll on everything that is exposed, and your roof is no exception.  If you already have a metal roof, take some time to check it out, especially making sure all flashings are still secure and that excessive debris is cleared from behind any penetrations such as skylights, chimneys or plumbing vents.  The pollen is soon to come and it will adhere to the debris and make a sticky mess.

You don't already have a metal roof and yours is a bit overdue to be replaced?  Metal is the way to go!  Although more expensive than most composition roofing, the benefits will pay for themselves throughout the years.  We can help you understand which metal roofing is right for your project and how it will fit into your budget.  If you are ready for a new roof, please give us a call and we will get you the information to make your decision easier!  Call us at 1-800-310-4120 or come by our showroom and see all of the options available for this area.  Financing is available.

Celebrity Among Us!

We could not be more proud of Haley, our Chief Administrative Officer here at Metal Roof Specialties.  She has been chosen as a Girl Scouts of Western Washington 2012 Pierce County Woman Of Distinction.  She shares the honor for this 100th year of Girl Scouting with Chief Deputy Auditor of Pierce County - Lori Augino; VP of Environment, Health and Safety for the Boeing Company - Mary Armstrong; and for Thruston County Govenor Christine Gregoire.  The list of all recipients for 2012 can be found at http://www.girlscoutsww.org/.  Haley's contribution to the daily success at Metal Roof Specialties is only surpassed by her commitment to the community which will include President of Rebuilding Together South Sound starting August 2012.  Congratulations Haley - We Love You and All You Do!

Spring Sale On NOW!

Thinking about a little do it yourself project and metal seems like the answer.  Now is the perfect time because our most popular products are on sale.  We can get a 3' wide, 29 gauge through fastened panel (the screws go through the top of the panel and are visible) for as low as .68 cents per square foot.  We can also get a standing seam (the screws are hidden under the panel laps) in a 26 gauge, 16" wide panel for as low as $1.16 per square foot unpainted and $1.37 per square foot painted standard color.  You can view these products on our website at http://www.ilovemetalroofs.com/ under our products tab.  Look for Norclad and Skyline.  If this sounds like a good solution to your roofing or siding needs, give us a call and we can work you up a materials quote.  You can also stop into our showroom and see the products and talk about your specific project.  Products must be purchased by May 29, 2012.     - Keni

DIY Project #8 Aat's Amazing Bathroom

This is an outstanding example having a vision and finding a way to accomplish it.  In the beginning, Aat came to us with an idea, and after working with Jerry on his plans the two of them came up with the answer.  Aat's bathroom is clad in Bare Zincalume 2-1/2" Corrugated and flat sheet for the countertops.  The flashings and basin were designed by Aat and made by a local fabricator who can create just about anything.  The outcome - A TRUE WORK OF ART!       -Keni

HOMEOWNERS BEWARE!

Trust in the company you are doing business with is the hardest obstacle we as a company have to overcome when trying to convince you that we are going to do what we promise, and it's stories like this that make it that much harder.  According to the Business Examiner on Thursday, April 12, 2012:  Beaver Worx, LLC has had it's contractors license suspended by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries as of March 29, 2012.  Homeowners from Seattle to Tacoma have complaints against Beaver Worx for not paying it's suppliers which has caused the suppliers to put liens on the homeowners homes. 8 of 10 complaints with the BBB so far remain unanswered. 

This is a horror story in the making, and fortunately this extreme case is not too common.  What is common, contractors coming in to do work they are not sure of or do not have the expertise to be completing, then when the job is unsatisfactory or does not perform as expected within a year or two, the company is gone or will not respond.  We all know that hiring the right contractor is an art form.  We dance back on forth on the price between two or three potential companies, and far too often let the price be the deciding factor.  In metal roofing, without a doubt, you get what you pay for. 

As a metal roofing company how do we stand out?  WE ONLY DO METAL ROOFING!  Our installers spend every working day honing their skills that make our metal roofing projects not only look amazing right down to the last fold and hem, but to make them last through the elements the Pacific Northwest is known to dish out.  We pick the materials based on the quality of the product and the reputation of the supplier who will be providing the overall warranty.  In addition to the manufacturer's warranty, we also provide a weather tightness warranty on our installation, and the good news, we are now in our 20th year and are still responding to homeowners we helped in year 1!  When you pick Metal Roof Specialties, you are not choosing us because of the price, you are choosing us because the job will meet your every expectation.

Our heart goes out to any customer who's experience is anything less then the promise between you and your contractor.  We get calls every day on this subject and have made a commitment to all we deal with to do exactly what we promise!

Metal as Siding - Great Option!

Using metal as siding is always a great option when looking for a product that will virtually last the life of your home.  Most metal roofing products can be used as siding, and a majority can be run either horizontally or vertically which gives the homeowner many options.  Mixing and matching products, direction and color can add architectural elements that go far beyond standard lap or sheet products and using metal in conjunction with wood or cement siding gives even more flexibility.  Just an accent wall, maybe the upper portion of a gable end, how about a window wall?  Clients are finding new uses for metal as siding and we are here to encourage their creativity!  We have samples of all of the metal panels listed on our website as well as many others.  If you want to come in to the showroom and play with color chips or see how a piece looks, please stop by.  We are open from 8 to 5, Monday through Friday and are here to help get your project from your concept to completion!

Storm Damage Repair Services Available

Did Mother Nature play a little havoc with your existing metal roof?  If you had wind damage that blew off some of the panels or flashings, or you had falling debris that damaged or punctured panels, please give us a call.  We work with almost all of the metal roofing manufacturer's and can get your job done correctly and efficiently. Our office is open from 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday, and we monitor our phone lines all of the time to get you a quick response.  Call us at 253-926-1633 or 800-310-4120.

New Product - Titebond Metal Roof Sealant

We are now distributing and selling an amazing caulk made just for metal applications. It is called Titebond WeatherMaster Metal Roof Sealant and is a polymer formula which provides a waterproof seal against water, wind, dust and dirt.  It offers exceptional adhesion to Kynar coated metal materials, along with standard metal, aluminum, steel, galvanized surfaces, plastics, glass, wood, brass and other common building materials.  This product is ideal for use on a variety of metal roofing, trims, architectural metal siding, and gutters.

We have 7 colors in stock including transparent and it currently sells for $7.50 per 10.1 fl. oz. tube.                      -Keni