May 26, 2023 | Blog, Costs, Maryland, Metal Roofing
The cost of installing a new metal roof in Maryland can range anywhere from $8,100 to $43,750 depending on the size of your rooftop and the metal type you install. A metal roofing installation per square foot costs about $8.10 to $12.50. Installation costs of your preferred Maryland roofing contractor may also impact your total cost.
The Cost Of Metal Roofing In Maryland
Below we’ve provided you with a guide on how much you can expect to pay for metal roof installation in the Maryland area.
This is how much you can expect to pay for your Maryland roof line:
- 1,000 sf. roof / 10 squares = $8,100 to $12,500
- 1,500 sf. roof / 15 squares = $12,150 to $18,750
- 2,000 sf. roof / 20 squares = $16,200 to $25,000
- 2,500 sf. roof / 25 squares = $20,250 to $31,250
- 3,000 sf. roof / 30 squares = $24,300 to $37,500
- 3,500 sf. roof / 35 squares = $28,350 to $43,750
Request a free inspection for a more accurate estimate for your metal roof installation.
Here you’ll find some details on the types of metal that you can install on your rooftop:
Corrugated Metal Roofing
- Galvanized steel rolled into a pattern.
- The most popular styles of corrugated metal are U-panel and R-panel.
- Patterns may vary, corrugated metal is stacked like tile.
- Corrugation runs perpendicular to steel grooves to enhance strength.
- Corrugated metal is prefabricated and cost-effective.
- Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, durable, and easily transported.
- Directs water off of your roof.
Standing-Seam Metal Roofing
- Come in snap-lock, mechanical lock, and batten panel seal types.
- Each seal type provides different protection.
- Choose a specific seam type based on climate to protect your building.
- Seams stand up higher than the roof itself due to interlocking panels.
- Aesthetic standing seam also protects the fasteners.
- Wide range of colors, lengths, widths, thicknesses, and seam types offered.
- Durable and cost-effective.
The Pros and Cons of A New Metal Roof
We understand that the roof you choose for your home or business is an important decision. Below you’ll find some points to consider to inform your choice better.
Pros Of Metal Roofing
- Durability: You can count on metal roofs to withstand the elements—including gusts of wind up to 140 miles per hour—and not rust or crack thanks to rust-proof coatings.
- Longevity: A properly installed metal roof will last as long as the house, with an expected lifespan of 40 to 70 years and, often. (By contrast, traditional asphalt roofing typically lasts 12 to 20 years.)
- Sustainability: Metal roofs can be fully recycled at the end of their service life, with materials such as steel able to do so without losing strength or durability.
Cons Of Metal Roofing
- Noisy: Unless sheathed or insulated, (which can add to the total cost of your roof) metal roofing can add increasing noise to your home, particularly during rain and thunderstorms.
- Upfront Costs: Higher-end metal roofing materials can run over 10 times the cost of asphalt, and that’s not considering installation costs.
Have questions about whether or not a metal roof is right for your home? Are you ready to start your Maryland home’s new metal roof installation? Don’t delay, give MARS Restoration a call today! Our team of experts is ready to make metal roofing work for you and your Maryland home!
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Apr 22, 2023 | Blog, Costs, Gutter Replacement, Maryland, New Gutter
Gutters are an essential part of a complete working roofing system. If the gutters fail, then water will overflow or build up creating damage to walls, siding, foundation, and roofing materials. Water must be able to effectively flow through the gutter system, to the downspouts, and away from the home. When the gutter is not working properly, it is important to fix the problem before more damage occurs.
Gutters can fail for a variety of reasons. Some of those reasons include age, rusted fasteners, pulling away from the roofing material due to excessive weight in the gutter, nests from animals creating an area of debris buildup, or the presence of twigs, leaves, and pine needles. It is a wise homeowner who will regularly inspect the gutter system for durability, ease of water flow, and strength.
Cost of Gutters
When the time comes for a new gutter system, how much will it cost? In the Maryland area, it could range from $600 to $3,000, depending on the material used and the size of the home. The gutter experts at MARS Roofing will carefully measure the home and determine a price for new gutters. Place your trust in the professionals who know how important it is that your home’s exterior looks good and performs well.
There are a variety of gutters to choose from. The personal preferences of the homeowner, as well as the architectural design of the home, will determine which style of gutter looks best. What are the types of gutter systems you offer?
Seamless Gutter
This gutter system is hard to beat. Our knowledgeable team will visit your home, make measurements and determine the amount of seamless gutter needed. The order will arrive and be assembled directly on your home with ease and safe procedures. This system is tops because it will never crack or split. No worries about fasteners or grooves for debris to get cluttered in. This system allows the water to flow through the gutter and to the downspout with ease.
Half-Round Gutters
This system is the most traditional gutter system, resembling a tube that has been cut in half. This rounded shape allows gutter cleaning to be a breeze because debris is less likely to get stuck in corners. Minimal debris means minimal wear and tear damage. This results in a longer-lasting gutter system compared to its competitors. Whether your home is a traditional or modern style, this system is an excellent choice.
K-Style Gutters
Are you looking for a touch of class? A more sophisticated look? Then consider this style of gutters. The shape of this system allows the gutter to be easily nailed down to the fascia board without the need for brackets or fasteners. This allows for a seamless finish and is less likely to leak over time.
Box Style Gutters
This system has a rectangular shape, creating clean crisp lines. Many historical homes lean toward this type of gutter to match the unique architectural design.
Gutter Guards
Regardless of the type of gutter system you choose, it is important to consider gutter guards as well. Gutter guards are a mesh or screen covering the gutters, preventing leaves, twigs, and other debris from finding their way into the gutter system. They provide excellent protection against clogging without disrupting the flow of water. Again, maintenance can be minimal with the use of gutter guards. (After you got your new gutters, it is time for upgrade for a curb appeal! Check our article about new siding cost in Maryland now!)
If you require a professional gutter installation team in Maryland, give a call to MARS Roofing! Place your trust in a company that values integrity, transparency, reliability, and exceptional workmanship. We look forward to working with you and securing an efficient working gutter system for your home.
Mar 7, 2023 | Blog, Costs, Maryland, Siding
Siding is an excellent upgrade to a home that can offer exciting curb appeal and help your home stand out on the block. Personality can be expressed through the various options that siding provides. Perhaps you desire a bold color or corrugated metal. Or maybe your home is modern and you desire to mix and match siding to make it pop. The choices are many! Deciding on style may be the hardest decision you make when it comes to new siding.
In Maryland, the cost will vary depending on the material chosen, the size of the home, and the condition of the existing siding. Installation for vinyl siding can range from $4 to $9 per square foot, with an average cost of around $7 per square foot.
Contact MARS Restoration when it comes time to upgrade your siding. We would love to sit down with you and discuss the various options available for your home! We are Maryland’s leading roofing and exterior services contractor. We provide exceptional craftsmanship, honest workmanship, and strong reliability you can count on. Give us a call today to see how we can help you spice up the exterior of your home.
There are many reasons to consider new siding when it comes to sealing up your home. Here are a few of the top reasons.
Improved Appearance
New siding helps to keep the home looking nice for years to come, with less maintenance than painting every few years. The options of color and style are endless offering the homeowner a blank canvas to create a beautiful home with style and sophistication.
Energy Efficiency
Any holes or damaged areas can be easily covered up with new siding. The contractor can add additional insulation if needed to keep the home at a more comfortable temperature year-round.
Structural Integrity of the Home
Some siding offers resistance to moisture which creates an excellent barrier against any rotting wood or potential of water pooling in the window sills. Be sure to speak with MARS Restoration about this quality in the siding you choose.
Increased Home Value
Replacing the siding of a home can offer up to 80% of the return on investment when the house is sold. That is a huge percentage! That alone is a consideration for upgrading the exterior of your home.
There are many types of siding we offer. Here is an explanation of each style and the benefits offered.
Vinyl Siding
- Most popular due to affordability
- Long-lasting
- A wide array of color choices
- Easy to install, repair
Hardie Board Siding
- Made of cellulose fibers, cement, and sand
- Resistant to moisture
- Easy to clean with just a garden hose
- Durable
LP SmartSide Siding
- Resistant to termites and other small insects
- Resistant to fungal decay
- Coated in water-resistant waxes for strength
Metal
- Unique modern siding
- Ease of maintenance
- Resistant to bugs
- Recyclable
Fiber Cement Siding
- Long life span
- Fire and heat resistant
- Resistant to warping or rotting
- Versatile in style
Wood Siding
- Easy to paint
- Eco-friendly
- Repair friendly
- Variety of styles to choose from – shingle, shake, tongue and groove, bevel, board and battan
Composite Siding
- Cost-effective
- Customizable
- Lighter and easier to work with than real wood
- Simple maintenance
When it comes time to upgrade your home with a roof replacement or new siding, place your confidence in MARS Restoration in Maryland. Call today to schedule a free estimate and discuss the many options you have. Let’s get started right away!
Feb 20, 2023 | Blog
If you’re reading this, it’s probably because your neighbor asked when you were going to get around to cleaning your roof. You also probably didn’t realize that your roof was “dirty” or that keeping your roof clean was a critical part of homeownership.
Well, keeping your roof clean is an important part of homeownership. Not only do you want to keep your home looking nice, but you also want to protect the very thing that stands between the inside of your home and the elements.
In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps of how to clean your roof shingles. We’ll also explain why it’s so important.
WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DON’T CLEAN YOUR ROOF?
As mentioned, your roof serves as the first line of defense between you and the environment.
Over time, your roof can and will become covered with dirt, debris, fungus, moss, lichens, and algae. While high winds and storms can carry a lot of the dirt and debris over, birds are also responsible for transferring algae spores to your shingles. Overhanging trees also tend to provide the shade needed for algae and moss to grow as well as drop the debris that feeds them.
What’s more, where algae grows, mold will follow. This is because algae initially grows where water and moisture collect. Combine that with enough shade, and you have a breeding ground for various types of mold.
All of these things — which turn into stains — can end up damaging your roof through shingle deterioration. Eventually, this will lead to wood rot which will shorten the lifespan of your roof and demand expensive repairs.
More specifically:
- Shingle damage occurs because algae is a type of bacterium. This bacterium feeds off of asphalt and limestone. Algae strains also tend to absorb heat, which causes your asphalt shingle roof to bake from the inside out.
- Wood rot occurs because moss has the ability to hold in moisture. This can cause your roof shingles to lift and curl, which is usually the first sign of roof damage. This makes your roof extremely vulnerable to wood rot and leaks.
Additionally, if you have lichen colonies, their penetrating tentacles can create pockmarks where they grow. Eventually, they’ll take over and completely damage your roof’s shingles.
Fortunately, lichens, algae, and moss are easy to spot. Wood rot, on the other hand, is not as obvious. What’s worse is that even if you’re able to spot the signs of wood rot, you won’t know the extent of damage that has been done to your roof. This can be dangerous as it can cause mold growth inside your home.
Rotting wood is also easier for wood-gnawing creatures to bore holes into your home.
WHAT YOU NEED TO CLEAN YOUR ROOF
What you’ll need to clean your roof will depend entirely on the type of roof you have and the extent of the potentially damaging stains you see. Here’s a general list of the items you’ll need to complete the job:
- Roof cleaning solution, Sodium Hypochlorite, or chlorine bleach
- Laundry detergent or liquid dish soap (optional)
- A low-pressure garden sprayer and garden hose
- A ladder
- A nylon brush
- Plastic tarps
- A friend to help out in case things go wrong
The type of chemical mix you choose is entirely up to you. It should be noted, however, that store-bought bleach isn’t as potent as what professional roof cleaners use. So, you may have to give your roof a few washes before seeing results.
THE STEPS TO CLEAN YOUR ROOF SHINGLES
To keep things simple, we’ll run through the steps using bleach as the DIY cleaning solution on asphalt shingles.
Here’s how it’s done:
- To create your cleaning solution, use a 1:1 ratio of bleach and water. To help the chemical solution stick to asphalt shingles better, you can add a little bit of laundry detergent or dish liquid (about ¼ cup).
- Before you begin, be sure to sufficiently water the surrounding vegetation and grass. When plant life is thoroughly watered, it won’t retain any excess water that comes down — which means you won’t accidentally kill your lawn or garden while cleaning your roof. It’s also a good idea to cover bushes and extensive gardens with plastic after watering.
- Be sure to also turn your gutters away from any precious vegetation, just as a precaution.
- Using your low-pressure pump, start high on the roof and work your way from top to bottom, spraying an even coat of the cleaning solution.
- Allow the solution to sit for up to 20 minutes, and then rinse away with clean water.
*If you choose to use a store-bought roof cleaning solution, just follow the directions on the label. If you decide to use Sodium Hypochlorite (pool shock), start with a solution that’s 95% water and 5% Sodium Hypochlorite.
WHAT NOT TO DO WHEN CLEANING YOUR ROOF
Cleaning your roof isn’t as easy as it may sound. There are plenty of mistakes to be made, which is why you must avoid doing the following:
- Using a pressure washer. Pressure washing any type of roof will undoubtedly cause damage.
- Overdo it. While you may want to repeat the process a second time if there’s a lot of moss or algae growth, it’s best to give it time to die off. If it doesn’t after a few rain showers, repeat the process.
- Cleaning on a sunny day. The sun will cause your cleaning solution to evaporate too quickly — it’s best to choose an overcast or cloudy day.
- Waiting until your roof is completely covered in growth to clean. If this is the case, it’s too late. You’ll need to bring in the professionals.
DON’T FORGET REGULAR ROOF INSPECTIONS!
Sometimes, it’s just better to call the pros to have your roof cleaned. It’s also necessary to schedule regular roof inspections to ensure there’s no damage beyond the simple algae stains you cleaned a month ago.
That’s where we come in. Get in touch with us today to learn more about our residential roofing services and our FREE roof inspections!
Feb 17, 2023 | Blog, Costs, Maryland, Roof Replacement
Have you determined it is time to replace your roofing system this year? Perhaps you have noticed areas of damage, or the constant repairs are becoming too repetitive. Wind, hail, and tornadoes can cause complications with our roofs in the Maryland area. How much does it cost to have a roof replaced in Maryland?
The average cost of a roof replacement in Maryland is $650 to $1,100 per square foot. This cost depends on a variety of factors including the size of your home, the roofing materials used, and the installation costs of the roofing contractor in Maryland.
Here is a rough estimate of the breakdown:
- 10 square roof: $6,500 to $11,000
- 15 square roof: $9,750 to $16,500
- 20 square roof: $13,000 to $22,000
- 25 square roof: $16,250 to $27,500
- 30 square roof: $19,500 to $33,000
Roofs are measured in “squares”. A 100-square-foot area is considered 1 square in roofing terms. To simplify, the amount of material needed to cover 100 square feet of roof area is equal to 1 square of roofing material. So, as an example, if a roof surface area is 2000 square feet, the contractor would figure 20 squares. You can approximate how many squares your home is by dividing the square feet of your roof area by 100. For a free inspection of your particular home, contact MARS Restoration at (240)540-4580
What are some indications it is time to replace your current roofing system? Here are some things to look for:
- Missing, damaged, or curled shingles
- The roof has outlived its lifespan
- Sagging roofline
- Granules are found in the gutter system
- Mold and moss are evident on the shingle surface
- Increase in heating and cooling energy bills
Once you have determined the time has come for a roof replacement, where do you turn? MARS Restoration is the Maryland roofing company you can trust for all of your roofing needs! We have been involved in the roofing industry for over 20 years and we strive to make the process of getting a new roof as stress-free as possible. We offer a free inspection within 24 hours of the request and desire to make the process simple and straightforward.
What are some benefits of a roof replacement?
- Increase in property value
- Decrease in monthly energy bills
- Improvement in curb appeal
- Return on Investment, if selling the home
- Repair of damaged areas
- May not need another roof for duration of home ownership
Our process is easy when you make the call. Here is our plan for every home we service:
*Inspection – When you call, we set a time to inspect your roof.
*Review Your Home – meet with you, thoroughly inspect the current roofing system, and discuss our detailed findings.
*Create a Plan of Action – We offer suggestions based on your needs and provide you with an appropriate timeline.
*Execute the Plan – We are thorough in our work, and will leave your home and property as good, if not better, than when we arrived.
Your home is your most important possession and your biggest investment. We respect that and strive to provide industry-leading warranties, quality workmanship, and a drive to get the project done right the first time. We guarantee excellence.
