Why Metal in Texas
Hail, wind, and relentless sun. Metal is one of the few roofing materials that takes all three in stride.
Built to last
The Metal Construction Association projects 60+ years for properly designed and installed standing seam systems.
Stands up to hail and wind
Many metal panels are tested to UL 2218. Class 4 roofs can qualify for an insurance discount (varies by insurer).
Reflects heat
Light colors with a PVDF (Kynar 500®) finish reflect sun and resist fading and chalking.
Less waste
Metal can outlast several shingle roofs.
Standing Seam
Panels lock together at raised seams with fasteners hidden underneath: fewer leak points, almost no maintenance.
Concealed clips let panels expand and contract with Texas heat swings.
Snap-lock: snaps together; common on homes and steeper roofs (typically 2:12–3:12 and up).
Mechanical seam: crimped closed with a seaming tool; best for low slopes (down to 1:12 with in-seam sealant on some systems), long runs and high wind.
Typical specs: 12"–18" panels, 1"–2" seams, 24 or 22 gauge steel, Galvalume® base, PVDF finish.
Best for: homes, custom builds, low-slope commercial, owners who want a long-term low-upkeep roof.
Example: matte black standing seam
Example: Brite Red standing seam on a commercial metal building
Corrugated & Exposed-Fastener Metal
Classic wavy 7/8" corrugated and squared-rib R-panel / PBR, fastened with screws and sealing washers.
Wide (about 36" coverage) panels install fast and cost less than standing seam.
Best for: barns, shops, garages, carports, metal buildings, light commercial, budget projects.
Honest note: screw washers age, so periodic inspection and eventual fastener replacement are part of owning this roof.
Standing Seam vs Corrugated / Exposed Fastener
Both are metal. They solve different problems, at different price points.
| Feature | Standing Seam | Corrugated / Exposed Fastener |
|---|---|---|
| Fasteners | Hidden | Exposed |
| Maintenance | Minimal | Periodic screw checks |
| Lifespan | Longest | Long |
| Upfront cost | Higher | Lower |
| Look | Clean modern lines | Classic-rustic |
| Best for | Homes & low-slope commercial | Shops, barns, outbuildings |
Fasteners
Standing Seam
Hidden
Corrugated / Exposed Fastener
Exposed
Maintenance
Standing Seam
Minimal
Corrugated / Exposed Fastener
Periodic screw checks
Lifespan
Standing Seam
Longest
Corrugated / Exposed Fastener
Long
Upfront cost
Standing Seam
Higher
Corrugated / Exposed Fastener
Lower
Look
Standing Seam
Clean modern lines
Corrugated / Exposed Fastener
Classic-rustic
Best for
Standing Seam
Homes & low-slope commercial
Corrugated / Exposed Fastener
Shops, barns, outbuildings
Still deciding? Read Shingles vs. Metal Roofing
How We Measure: On-Site, Not From a Satellite
Metal panels are made to exact lengths, so a bad measurement means panels that don't fit.
On-site inspection
Decking, framing, pitch of every roof plane, existing attachment.
Field measurements
Every panel run eave to ridge, plus hips, valleys, overhangs and penetrations (pipes, vents, skylights, curbs). No aerial reports or old plans.
Squareness check
Measured at multiple points so out-of-square walls don't throw off the layout.
Panel & trim layout
Full roof plan: panel lengths, seam layout, trim, flashings, correct clips and fasteners.
Precise order
Panels cut to length, small allowance at hips and valleys for field cutting: less waste, fewer seams, cleaner finish.
Install and final walk-through
Installed, checked, and walked with you before we call it done.
Popular Metal Roof Colors
PVDF (Kynar 500®) finishes resist fading and chalking for decades. Swatches are approximate. Screens can't show true metal color, so ask us for real color samples before you choose.
Colors in action
Example: Dark Bronze
Example: Matte Black
Example: Brite Red
Example: Regal White
Regal White
Bone White
Almond
Sandstone
Surrey Beige
Buckskin
Ash Gray
Slate Gray
Charcoal
Matte Black
Medium Bronze
Dark Bronze
Mansard Brown
Patrician Bronze
Terra Cotta
Autumn Red
Colonial Red
Roman Blue
Evergreen
Hemlock Green
Patina Green
Galvalume (bare)
Premium – additional cost
Silver Metallic
Texas Silver
Champagne
Copper Penny
Leadcoat
Preweathered Galvalume
Brandywine
Hartford Green
Brite Red
Regal Blue
Colors shown are approximate. Not every color is available in every panel, gauge or width. Final color is confirmed with a physical sample.
Metal, Hail, and Your Premium
Possible Premium Discounts
Texas insurers may offer a premium discount for impact-resistant (UL 2218) roofs, with the biggest credit for Class 4. Discounts vary by insurer, and the product must carry the proper impact label for the discount to apply.
Form PC068
The installing contractor completes Texas Department of Insurance form PC068 after installation. Proway provides the PC068 for qualifying installs.
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