Are metal roofs noisy?

• <div><p>Metal roofs have a reputation for being very noisy, but with proper installation and adequate installation, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/are-metal-roofs-noisy.htm">metal roofs aren’t much noisier</a> than shingle roofs. Some types and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/metal-roofing-gauges.htm">gauges of metal roofing</a> provide more sound dampening, and added insulation or a thicker underlayment can also help muffle noise.</p></div>

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Q: Does homeowners insurance cover chimney repair?

• <div><p>Homeowners insurance may pay for chimney repair if the damage type is covered under your policy, such as lightning strikes, heavy storm damage, fallen trees, and unexpected chimney fires. However, if a fire or other damage is caused by poor or improper maintenance, a standard homeowners insurance policy won't cover repairs.</p></div>

Q: Does rock salt make your car rust?

• <div><p>Salt is corrosive to metal, and when it&rsquo;s mixed with air and water, that corrosion increases. While this compound can cause your car to rust, it takes years to cause damage. However, once you see rust, it&rsquo;s probably well advanced. Winterize your car and avoid driving before or immediately after ice storms to reduce rock salt effects.</p></div>

Q: Are metal roofs environmentally friendly?

• <div><p>Yes, they are often made with recycled materials and offer energy-saving properties.</p></div>

Q: Are copper roof strips more effective than zinc roof strips?

• <div><p>Copper roof strips offer better coverage and more damage protection than zinc roof strips. Although both deter moss and algae growth, copper also offers UV protection. Zinc strips require more strips than copper to cover the roof&rsquo;s surface area, which means more holes in your roof. Copper strips are also more flexible and last longer than zinc strips.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2025
M. Gonzalez, I was extremely satisfied with the service and professionalism of the the owner and the technician. They were on time and were very knowledgeable. The parts had to be ordered and as soon as they arrived technician quickly made it to my home to install. the second part took a few...
NORTH SIDE AIR CONDITIONING
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Reviewed in July 2023
Theyâ re fast, efficient, and reliable. They completed this project in no time. Overall I would hire them again to other home repairs and projects and at a excellent price.
Centeno's Contracting
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Reviewed in December 2022
Great experience with a very professional crew. The work of fixing my front sidewalk and driveway was completed quickly, on time, and looks great now! Thanks to Jackie and Ryan, who did the repair work. They were friendly, efficient, and quickly completed all the work needing to be done. They...
Baird Foundation Repair
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Reviewed in May 2015
German Rios is a real gardener, not one of those who come in, wave their weedwacker everywhere and ruin your fresh mulched flower bed. He knows his plants and trees, and their specific requirements. He knows the soils and what needs to be adapted. He fertilizes the yard and treats for weeds and...
German Rios
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Reviewed in August 2014
Gold's had an very difficult time dealing with the other driver's ins. company but yet never failed to insist upon delivering a quality completion of repairs.
GOLD'S BODY SHOP INC
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Reviewed in August 2013
I have a pier and beam property that is very badly sunken in about half of the total area due to floor damage. I trusted the salesman in that they were going to repair it and level the house. Although, if youread the contract there is no promise of leveling, so buyer beware. I was quoted $5K...
A-Advance House Leveling & Remodeling
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Reviewed in July 2013
Mr. Narvaez was very helpful in explaining the options in repairs and gave us great advice.
J C NARVAEZ REFRIGERATION
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Reviewed in April 2013
We got 3 estimates and when we decided on Mason Air Systems they scheduled the installation within days. They arrived around 9 am and finished around 5pm. The guys were pretty quiet for being up in the attic removing the old unit and installing the new one. They checked and repaired some of...
Mason Air Systems
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Reviewed in February 2012
I am very happy with the windows that were installed and the kitchen work done. They were amazingly good. I was satifsfied with the countertop installation. The window installation had some problems and they had to return to repair a window. The window installers, that were hired through...
Home Depot Inc - Ithaca
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Reviewed in June 2011
My Electrolux glass stove top was on recall for the knobs. I called the Electrolux recall phone number and asked for someone to come out since it was on their recall list. I also asked if someone could look at my glass stove top since it somehow chipped in several places. They sent me the parts...
Border A/C Techs Inc
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Chimney Repair questions, answered by experts

Homeowners insurance may pay for chimney repair if the damage type is covered under your policy, such as lightning strikes, heavy storm damage, fallen trees, and unexpected chimney fires. However, if a fire or other damage is caused by poor or improper maintenance, a standard homeowners insurance policy won't cover repairs.

Salt is corrosive to metal, and when it’s mixed with air and water, that corrosion increases. While this compound can cause your car to rust, it takes years to cause damage. However, once you see rust, it’s probably well advanced. Winterize your car and avoid driving before or immediately after ice storms to reduce rock salt effects.

Metal roofs have a reputation for being very noisy, but with proper installation and adequate installation, metal roofs aren’t much noisier than shingle roofs. Some types and gauges of metal roofing provide more sound dampening, and added insulation or a thicker underlayment can also help muffle noise.

Yes, they are often made with recycled materials and offer energy-saving properties.

Copper roof strips offer better coverage and more damage protection than zinc roof strips. Although both deter moss and algae growth, copper also offers UV protection. Zinc strips require more strips than copper to cover the roof’s surface area, which means more holes in your roof. Copper strips are also more flexible and last longer than zinc strips.

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