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Are steel roofs heavier than other roofs? Do they require additional structural support?

April 26, 2017additional heavier require roofs steel structural support

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Are steel roofs heavier than other roofs? Do they require additional structural support?

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Contrary to popular belief, steel roofing is very lightweight compared to other roofing materials. Depending on the system, it can be up to 50% lighter than some asphalt roofs. No additional support is needed. In fact, steel roofs can be light enough to be installed directly over existing roofs without stripping off the old material at a significant cost savings.