How much does it cost to have tin roofing installed?
Roofing is a major issue with any building, and most property owners are looking for durability and a long life span on the materials they use. Most, however, are also considering costs of installation too. This is one of the reasons for the popularity of the tin roof. It is both economical and rugged. Interestingly enough, there are now many kinds of tin or metal roofs including some formed to look like shingles and others shaped into long “standing seam” varieties that install in lengthy sheets. For the purpose of this discussion we will explore the costs and materials needed for the installation of a tin roof on the average home. Generally, the current size of the average home is roughly 24’x45′ and contains two stories. This translates to 2200 square feet of living space, and around 1500 square feet of roofing. This assumes that the roof is of a moderate pitch of 6/12 (which means that it rises six inches in height approximately every twelve inches up). Additionally, most modern ro
