Standing seam metal roofing
The longest-lasting roof we install, and the one that costs the least to own over its life.
The short answer
Standing seam metal costs from $10 per square foot installed, so about $20,000 on a typical 2,000 sq ft roof. It lasts 40 to 70 years against 25 to 30 for shingle, which means it usually outlives two shingle roofs, and reflective finishes cut cooling load in a climate where air conditioning dominates the power bill.
What you actually get
- Concealed-fastener standing seam panels, so there are no exposed screws to back out or leak as the roof ages.
- Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance on the full assembly, not just the panel.
- Synthetic or self-adhered underlayment beneath, dried in the same day the deck is exposed.
- Factory finish in the colour you pick, with the finish warranty registered in your name.
Is it right for your house?
Where it wins
- Lifespan. 40 to 70 years. On most South Florida homes this is the last roof the owner buys.
- Wind. Standing seam assemblies carry some of the highest uplift ratings available, which matters at 175 mph design speeds.
- Cooling. Reflective finishes reduce attic heat gain, and the power bill is the single biggest running cost of a Florida house.
- Insurance. Many Florida carriers rate a wind-rated metal roof more favourably than an ageing shingle roof.
Where it does not
- Up-front cost. About $8,000 more than shingle on a 2,000 sq ft roof. If you are selling within a few years the payback does not land.
- HOA rules. Some tile-mandated communities will not approve metal. Check before you fall in love with it.
- Complex roofs. Lots of valleys, dormers and penetrations add flashing labour, so the per-square-foot rate moves more than it would on a simple gable.
What it costs
At $10 per square foot, a 1,500 sq ft roof is about $15,000, a 2,000 sq ft roof about $20,000, and a 3,000 sq ft roof about $30,000. That is before deck replacement, permit fees and tear-off beyond one existing layer.
| Material | Rate | Lifespan | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural shingle | $6/sq ft | 25 to 30 years | Lowest entry cost. Best value on simple, low-slope-to-moderate roofs. |
| Concrete or clay tile | $9/sq ft | 40 to 50 years | Matches most South Florida HOA and Mediterranean architecture. |
| Standing seam metal | $10/sq ft | 40 to 70 years | Best lifetime value. Reflective finishes cut cooling load. |
| Metal slate | $12/sq ft | 50+ years | Slate look with metal weight and metal wind performance. |
Roof area is not floor area. Pitch and overhang usually make a roof 10 to 25 percent larger than the square footage on your property appraisal, so a 1,700 sq ft house often has a 2,000 sq ft roof. Full cost guide.
How it is installed here
Inside the High Velocity Hurricane Zone every panel, clip, fastener and underlayment in the assembly has to appear on a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance, and the fastening schedule is heavier than the rest of the state. There is a mandatory in-progress inspection before the roof can be covered, which is why the deck and dry-in stage is photographed and signed off before panels go down.
What our customers say.
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"Outstanding experience from start to finish. They communicated clearly throughout the process, finished on time, and left everything clean."
"SkyGuard replaced my shingle roof, including some rotten decking that was causing a leak. My roof is now in perfect condition!"
Common questions.
Is a metal roof loud in the rain?+
Not on a modern residential install. The panels sit over solid decking with underlayment between, not over open purlins like an agricultural barn. Most homeowners report it is no louder than tile or shingle.
Will a metal roof make my house hotter?+
The opposite. Reflective factory finishes push solar heat back rather than absorbing it the way dark asphalt does, which lowers attic temperature and cooling load. It is one of the main reasons metal is popular in South Florida.
Does metal attract lightning?+
No. Metal does not increase the chance of a strike. It is non-combustible, so if a strike does occur a metal roof is generally safer than a shingle one.
How long does a metal roof take to install?+
Typically three to five days on site for a single-family home, longer than shingle because panels are cut and set individually. Add the permit, which runs 5 to 14 business days in Broward and Miami-Dade before work starts.
Free inspection, written quote, no pressure
We measure the roof, photograph what we find, and give you an itemised number with the deck rate and permit fee stated up front.