Hurricane shutter made of steel is strong and can bring splendor, strength and reduced energy costs. It comes in several colors, styles and textures. Steel shutter is versatile. This has many advantages over the asphalt shingles. Many homeowners prefer metal roofing for dependable protection from sun, wind, snow and rain. When compared to others, steel hurricane shutter provides clear advantages. It has longer life than asphalt tiles and lasts between 30 and 60 years. The degree of disintegration or decomposition is much less. However, this shutter is expensive to install. But, in the long run, it will work out to be less expensive than others with lesser life. It is also very light and puts less stress on the rafters and walls.



Steel is also fire resistant and it is particularly safe for those living in fire prone areas without the worry of having been exposed. Ceramic is also fire retardant and has cost comparable to metal roofing, but is heavier in weight. Steel hurricane shutters also have the ability to expand and contract and this trait is helpful when protection is needed against hurricane, heavy winds, snow, sleet and hailstorms. The right metal roofing will supplement the looks of a home. This hurricane shutter can be coated with any paint. Since steel shutter roofing reflects the sun, the energy so accumulated can save your energy bills in electricity and heating costs. You can get vertical slats of steel hurricane shutter or, offset rows, small tiles or large sheets, to your choice. Coming to the aspect of saving, a light colored steel shutter can save 20% of air-conditioning expenses during summer. While the cost of these shutters is similar to that of wood, the cost of installation may be quite less because it can be installed easily and readily over an existing asphalt roof and it does not require pulling down. In some states, steel hurricane shutter reduces the homeowner’s insurance. People concerned about environmental impact also prefer these shutters because it can be obtained from a high percentage of recycled material.





When we look at the figures, it becomes apparent that the sales of steel shutters have been increasing steadily over the past decade. According to the National Roofing Contractors Association, it is a clear indication of the faith and reliability on these shutters. Steel shutters score over conventional roofing materials on a number of counts. Compared to tile at 750 pounds per square foot, (equal to 100 people) or concrete tile at 900 pounds per square foot, steel roofing is lightweight. Some types of metal shingle systems may be applied over the existing roofs without the necessity for a tear-off. Many steel hurricane shutters come in multi-shingle sections or in sheets. It is easy for a good contractor to install these quickly. If your roof is torn down and a storm is approaching, it is easy to shorten the process of installation. Single metal shingles are also available. But, they are time consuming to install. Though there are many advantages with these shutters, there are some issues also. The biggest problem is the cost of installation and the pricing may be slightly on the higher side. The cost of steel shutters is likely to work out to $1.80 to $6.00 per square foot. This works out economical if you are planning to spend many years in that house.