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Roofs Resistant to Extreme Weather! Worthouse Smart Metal

Written by Vadim Pasyuk | Feb 2, 2024 3:26:42 PM

As many people learned the hard way, hurricane season requires proper preparation in SouthWest Florida. One of the best ways to prepare yourself and your family is installing a great roof from the start! RoofRX would be more than happy to help! While shingles are the most commonly installed roofing material, they are certainly not the strongest material. Most shingles are rated for only about 130-150 mph winds. Our last hurricane, Ian, had sustained winds of 155+ with gusts reaching higher than that.  

After hurricane Ian, post-hurricane roof inspections have found that metal roofs fared far better than those roofs that were covered by traditional asphalt shingles. 

Most metal roof systems are rated for 140 mph and higher. One reason that most metal roofing systems perform better in extreme weather is the fact that they consist of large interlocking panels, which resist uplift caused by high winds as a single unit and further reduce the risk of water intrusion.

Worthouse takes all that one step farther! Worthouse Smart Metal Roofing systems are changing the future of roofing! Not only do these roofing systems look absolutely stunning, but they also provide some of the best roofing classifications and warranties.

Benefits of Worthouse Extreme Weather Roofing

High Wind Protection

Worthouse offers high wind protection with Class 90 certification for the UL 580 Wind Uplift Resistance test. They have tested all their products at wind speeds over 200 mph!

Extreme Weather and Impact Resistance

Worthouse uses steel for its durability and environmental friendliness. Not only does a steel roof last twice as long as conventional roofing products, but it is also one of the most recycled products on earth. Their material has achieved Class 4 ratings according to the UL 2218 Roof Impact Classifications, being able to withstand hailstorms, extreme rain and wind, as well as snow and extreme heat.

Fire Protection

Worthouse Smart Metal Tiles have also scored “A” rating in fire protection according to the UL 790 (ASTM E 108) Fire Protection Ratings.

Warranties

Worthouse metal tiles all have a protective coating. With these coatings and properly installed system, Worthouse offers both 30 and 50 year warranties on their products. Qualifications do apply however, such as how close do you live near the ocean. However, all in all Worthouse boasts that no re-roof will be necessary and their system will serve for generations to come.

Easy Installation

Aside from amazing classifications and warranties, Worthouse Metal Roofing Systems are also super easy to install! It starts with the simple delivery and transportation of the materials. One pallet of material contains over 3,000sq ft which is enough to cover your average roof in most cases. These tiles are extremely easy to install and come with pre-drilled holes which speed up the installation process and minimize the amount of mistakes that can be made. Along with that, Worthouse roof installations average 5% less waste in material upon installation whereas traditional roofs accounted for over 10% waste at time of estimate.

Looks and Aesthetics

Lastly, most people will agree that Worthouse is one of the best looking roofing systems currently available. They offer 6 different color options to choose from and now offer 3 different styles, “Supre” “Ulta” and “Como”. Como being designed specifically for enhanced protection from hurricanes.

Recent Worthouse Roofs Installed by RoofRX

Worthouse “Supre” in the color “Raven Black”

Worthouse “Supre” in the color “Atlantic Gray”

Worthouse “Ulta” in the color “Canyon Red”

Choose a Professional Worthouse Roofing Contractor

RoofRX has a highly trained team that specializes in Worthouse Smart Metal Tile Roofing Systems. We offer free roof inspections and estimates. Do not hesitate to call us and ask questions. We would be happy to help you!