4 Metal Roofing Myths Debunked: What You Really Need to Know
Myth 1: “Metal Roofs Are Always Noisy” Yes, rain sounds different on metal than it does on old asphalt shingles, but “different” isn’t the same as “unbearable”. In a properly installed system, the roof isn’t just bare metal sitting on beams like a shed. You’ve got decking, underlayment, insulation, attic space, and sometimes additional sound-dampening layers. All of that breaks up the noise. Here’s a simple way to think about it: tap a spoon on a metal baking sheet, then tap the same sheet with a thick towel underneath. The towel changes everything. That’s what your roof assembly does. If noise is your biggest worry, talk to your installer about underlayment choices and attic insulation before you sign anything. Myth 2: “Metal Roofs Attract Lightning” Lightning doesn’t pick a roof because it likes shiny surfaces. It follows the fastest path to the ground, and that’s about height, location, and surrounding conditions, not roofing material....