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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 specs that must be followed to a “T”, you need the best metal roofing materials and...
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The Ultimate Guide to Corrugated Metal Roofing & Siding
Corrugated Metal Roofing Durable, versatile, and visually pleasing—corrugated metal roofing and siding panels have it all and more! Corrugated panels are well-known for their...
The Ultimate Guide to Board & Batten Metal Siding
Board & Batten Metal Siding If you want to blend the classic look of wood panels with the sleek durability of metal, board & batten metal siding is for you. Board &...
Glossary of Metal Panel Trim Names & Types
We get it—there are a lot of different terms and words used in the metal roofing industry that would make anyone’s head spin trying to get them straight. To help you make...
A Metal Expert’s Guide to Steel Siding
Steel siding has emerged as a major contender in the design world as architects and homeowners explore siding options outside of wood and vinyl siding. Not only can steel siding...
The Ins and Outs of a Metal Roof Warranty
Metal roofs are investment pieces meant to provide lasting value for decades at a time. But if the worst does happen, a leak springs, or the roof’s color doesn’t hold up as long...
Our Experts’ Guide to Tuf Rib Metal Roofing
Tuf Rib Metal Roofing Systems Ah, Tuf Rib metal roofing panels—they’re just great, all-around panels! These exposed fastener panels are well-known for their light gauge look...
6 Things to Consider with Metal Roof Finishes
When it comes to metal roofing, the details are key to getting the most value out of your roof. We know the importance of choosing the right panel type for the project, but...
The Ultimate Guide to Mechanical Lock Panels
Mechanical Lock Panel Systems Mechanical lock panel systems are standing seam panels known for their rugged feel and use in industrial and commercial buildings. They’ve been...
Summer Metal Roofing Market: Our Experts’ Insights
Summer is the season for housing projects, so it’s no surprise that the metal roofing market ramps up during this time of year. If you’re in the building business, staying on top...
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Great Northern’s lead times and updates around the shop. We want to keep everyone informed about the metal roofing industry and we hope to help inform and educate about steel roofing, trim, lead times, and the new machines we have in our shop.