The Benefits of Choosing Corrugated Metal Siding for Your Commercial Property
When looking at long-term solutions, more commercial property owners are turning to corrugated metal siding and roofing for long-lasting, durable investment protection.
Read on to learn the benefits of using corrugated metal for commercial buildings and how Phoenix Metals provides superior metal siding options.
What is Corrugated Metal Siding?
Corrugated metal has been a popular building material since the early 1800s. Refining the fabrication process over the years for efficiency and effectiveness leads us to the most common method today, cold-forming. The flattened metal panels pass through a roll-former adding the ess-shaped corrugations, making it stronger and more durable.
Expect six significant benefits when opting for corrugated metal siding:
Benefit #1: Durability and Longevity
With a life expectancy between 40 - 60 years, nothing outlasts corrugated metal siding and roofing that withstands:
- Rain
- Wind
- Snow
- Extreme temperature swings
Corrugated metal panels are fire and pest resistant, don't promote fungus or mould growth, and survive through extreme weather like tornadoes, hurricanes, and hail. Compared to asphalt shingles, stucco, and vinyl siding, corrugated metal won’t ever curl or crumble and is less likely to expand or warp.
Benefit #2: Cost Effective
Many insurance companies offer discounted premiums when corrugated metal siding and roofing protect the structural integrity of a building. The initial cost involved with choosing corrugated metal may be more expensive, but it saves you money in the long run by:
- Lasting 40-60 years
- Requiring minimal maintenance — spray with water to keep clean and looking new
- Requiring fewer repairs than other products
- Being easy and inexpensive to repair
- Cutting energy costs
Benefit #3: Versatility in Design
Available in various colours, finishes, design options, and gauges, corrugated metal siding can work with any building design to give it a look you want.
Have a unique property that requires a
customized design? Phoenix Metals can fabricate a design to match your building or use an approved third-party design to get the results you’re looking for.
Benefit #4: Energy Efficient
The bigger your building, the higher your heating and cooling bills are. Use corrugated metal siding and roofing, and you’ll see noticeable savings in utility costs.
Metal siding:
- Eliminates drafts
- Reflects sunlight
- Is a poor conductor of heat
The corrugated design makes it impossible for wind to penetrate the building, allowing the HVAC system to work more efficiently. The reflective qualities of the metal keep facilities cooler in warmer climates by reflecting sunlight.
Metal siding and roofing are poor conductors of heat, so buildings stay cooler in the summer by transferring less outdoor heat inside and warmer in the winter by transferring less indoor heat outside.
Benefit #5: Environmental Sustainability
Besides lowering your carbon footprint by cutting utility usage, corrugated metal panels consist entirely or partly of recycled materials. And the beauty of using eco-friendly material like corrugated metal siding is it’s 100% recyclable at the end of its life cycle. Unlike asphalt shingles, vinyl, wood, or stucco, you can recycle metal continuously without deteriorating its fundamental properties.
Benefit #6: Increased Property Value
With its long life, durability, and low maintenance, corrugated metal helps enhance the overall value of your commercial property and attract potential buyers and tenants. It's the preferred choice for commercial building owners looking to cut costs, avoid frequent maintenance,
add curb appeal, and increase property value for years to come.
Looking for Custom Metal Siding In Calgary?
Phoenix Metals is your go-to solution for corrugated metal roofing, siding, and cladding panels for commercial buildings. From being eco-friendly, durable, and versatile to cost-savings, low maintenance, and increased property value, our products check all the boxes to make your next property upgrade a success.
