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Don’t Make These 5 Mistakes When Choosing Metal Roof Underlayment
When people talk about metal roofing, most focus on the panel profile, finish, color, or gauge. Underlayment usually gets less attention, but it still plays a crucial role in how the roof system performs. If the wrong underlayment is used under metal, or if the right...
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Here’s the Difference Between Galvalume vs Galvanized Steel (and Why You Should Care)
Yes, they’re both types of metal panels that start with a “g”, have coatings that are applied to steel core products, and sort of sound similar. But galvalume and galvanized are...
Avoid This Dated Metal Trim Approach & Avoid Headaches Down the Road
Stop Using Outdated Metal Trim Techniques Experience is a double-edged sword in construction. Many seasoned metal roofing contractors are still using trim installation methods...
Why Metal Wood Grain Siding Is the Best Choice for Your Next Project
Metal Wood Grain Siding: Beauty of Wood with the Strength of Steel Looking for the timeless charm of wood without the hassle that comes with it? Thanks to major advancements in...
Hold On Tight: Your Guide to Metal Roof Wind Resistance
We’re no strangers to wind in Montana. Strong summer gusts near Livingston have been clocked at 110 mph or more, and icy gales race through the Rocky Mountain regions all year...
Single vs Double Seam Mechanical Lock Standing Seam: Which is Best?
Whether you’re an architect outlining specs or a contractor getting ready to install metal panels, you need to understand the difference between single seam vs double seam...
Great Northern Metal: Your Best Partner for Commercial Roofing Projects
In the competitive landscape of Montana’s commercial construction, the quality of your roofing materials directly influences the success and durability of your project. And with...
Ice Damming 101: How to Combat Ice Dams on Metal Roofs
We’re no stranger to cold weather in Montana. Icy gales, heavy snowfall, and double negative degree weather are all part of the winter experience. However, ice dams on your metal...
The Importance of Metal Roof Slope: Why 3:12 or Higher Matters in Panel Selection
Over the years, we’ve seen a dramatic increase in the number of low-slope roofs in both commercial and residential roofing projects in Montana. While low-slope roofs have a sleek...
Metal Shiplap vs Board and Batten: How Do They Compare?
Functional. Stylish. Durable. Metal siding panels can easily be described with these words and more. Using metal panels as siding has grown in popularity over the years, offering...
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