7 Metal Roof Types EVERYONE Ignores (But They're Absolute Goldmines)

7 Metal Roof Types EVERYONE Ignores (But They're Absolute Goldmines) The metal roofing industry runs on one panel — standing seam, painted factory gray — because it's the easiest thing to quote and the easiest thing to sell. Almost nobody in that sales pitch is telling you what coastal contractors, preservation architects, and cost-per-year math actually recommend. In this video we break down seven metal roof types most homeowners never hear their contractor say out loud, and why each one quietly beats the standing-seam default on cost, lifespan, or both. We cover installed pricing, real service life, and the exact reason each type stays out of the average sales pitch. Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro (why the standing-seam pitch isn't the full picture) 0:54 – 07 Corrugated Exposed-Fastener Steel (R-Panel/5V-Crimp) 2:38 – 06 Painted Steel Metal Shingles & Shake Panels 3:57 – 05 Stone-Coated Steel 5:23 – 04 Aluminum Standing Seam 6:57 – 03 Terne-Coated Stainless Steel 8:17 – 02 Zinc Standing Seam 9:59 – 01 Copper #metalroofing #roofingtips #homeimprovement