Metal Retrofit Roofing Systems

Complete and separate roofing systems such as standing seam metal roof panel systems that are designed to transmit the roof loads directly to the building s structural system and that do not rely on existing roofs and roof coverings for support shall not require the removal of existing roof coverings.

Metal retrofit roofing systems. Metal retrofit roofing systems flexframe retrofit roofing flexframe is a pre engineered re roofing system that is light enough to be built on most existing structures. The metal retrofit roof system will add slope to the flat roof greater than 1 4 inch in 12 inches. This additional insulation helps the energy efficiency of the building. This environmentally friendly option allows the existing metal roof to remain the new metal roof installed directly over the old roof providing a safe and labor saving installation.

Metal retrofit systems whether you re doing a small retrofit project or a complete renovation mbci has committed itself to manufacturing solutions to meet these particular needs. No more seam and fastener problems. Mcelroy metal s retrofit roofing systems consist of adding sub structural components to the existing flat roof to build a slope into the structure and provide a platform to install new metal roofing panels. For most buildings insulation is custom cut to fit within the existing corrugated steel roof panels.

Metal buildings with metal panel roof systems are commonly used across the united states for storage and commercial office space. The existing roof s physical footprint framing system and other rooftop conditions will most likely control the new roof s geometry. Duro last metal retrofit is the solution. The mbci nuroof retrofit roof system utilizes light gauge 16 ga.

A metal retrofit roof system is a more cost effective alternative to replacing all the metal panels on an existing buildings roof. Section 1511 3 1 specifically addresses metal roof retrofits. Once complete your new metal roof will add tremendous curb appeal become more energy efficient and have a decades long service life. While metal roofs can offer lower initial installation costs and protection against fire installing a duro last single ply membrane over your metal roof means.

To 12 ga steel framing installed over the existing roof s framing members to create a sloped plane. The weathering surface will be a galvalume coated steel material what is not affected by uv and has only minimal reduction in its protective coating due to atmospheric elements. Avoid replacing your metal roofing by covering the roof with pvc single ply membrane. We also know that metal retrofit systems may carry a higher initial cost but when the total life cycle cost is considered retrofitting is the lowest cost alternative.