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Does a metal roof attract lightening?

April 26, 2017Lightening metal roof

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Does a metal roof attract lightening?

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Lightening is attracted to the highest point, not necessarily metal. A metal roof has no greater chance of being hit by lightening than any other type of roof. However, if your roof would be struck by lightening, a metal roof can help to prevent your home from catching on fire because it can dissipate the electrical charge. More importantly, it is noncombustible.