Sustainably refurbish pitched metal roofs to extend the life cycle of the roof

In order to help specifiers understand when and how to sustainably extend the life cycle of metal roofs, Sharmans have created a new CPD: The Life Cycle of a Metal Roof: A Specifiers Guide to Good Practice.

Metal roof sheets are typically coated with plastic to protect them from corrosion. Over time, the factory-applied coatings begin to deteriorate, exposing the galvanised roof sheet. Once this is exposed, corrosion sets in threatening to damage the integrity of the roof structure.

Keeping a metal roof in good condition is the best way to extend its life cycle. Conducting regular inspections and refurbishing when required can lead to a roof lasting an additional 25 years or more beyond its original life expectancy. Neglecting the roof can reduce the expected life cycle and lead to a replacement being required.

Roof replacements are costly, cause business disruption and have a high cost to the environment. Replacing a commercial or industrial metal roof produces far more embodied carbon than refurbishment. With sustainability being of increasing importance for end clients, avoiding a roof replacement by refurbishing it at the right time is the most sustainable choice, least disruptive and best value for money option.

Specifiers and contractors are faced with the challenge of understanding at what point to refurbish, the sustainable considerations, the system options available and ensuring a return on investment. Sharmans new CPD addresses these issues so learn more by arranging a CPD or visiting the Sharmans website.

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