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Metal Roofs vs. Shingles in Cold Climates: Why Metal Roofs Reign Supreme
We know cold in Montana. With temperatures dipping below freezing in September and snow falling in June, Montanans face icy weather extremes for the majority of the year. Given our beautiful state’s harsh conditions, property owners must make wise decisions about how...
Avoid Mistakes: How to Order Metal Roofing
Ordering metal roofing—it’s all in the details! Unfortunately, it can be very easy to make a mistake when ordering...
Measuring A Roof For Metal Panel Installation
How to Measure a Roof for Metal Roofing Measuring a roof for metal roofing, whether it be new construction or remodel,...
4 Reasons to Consider Textured Metal Roofing
With Montana's unpredictable weather, your choice of roofing isn't just about aesthetics—it's a practical necessity....
Metal Roofs vs. Shingles in Cold Climates: Why Metal Roofs Reign Supreme
We know cold in Montana. With temperatures dipping below freezing in September and snow falling in June, Montanans face icy weather extremes for the majority of the year. Given...
The Role of Light and Dark Metal Roofing and Siding Colors in Energy Efficiency
You have many options to choose from when selecting metal roofing and siding colors for your project. Picking a color that compliments your project's aesthetic and matches your...
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...
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...
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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.