Specializing In Historic Preservation: Double lock standing seam, copper, slate & tile
Hardt Roofing, Sheet Metal Roofing Products, and Metal Roofing Guide
We install all types of roofs here in the Mid-Ohio Valley, We specialize in the old style copper, and double lock standing seam metal roofs, slate and tile. After being in the industry for over 3 decades I have found that my niche targets the more complex roof systems. I have many years of experience with copper and double lock standing seam roofs. This style of copper/metal working has been around for hundreds of years. Customizing roofs by integrating the old copper and metal working with our new double lock standing seam roll former, gives the client a long lasting roof at a reasonable rate. I have built this site to be informative to clients and other contractors as a reference guide they can use to keep the Parkersburg WV, Charleston WV, Vienna WV, Belpre OH, Marietta OH & surrounding areas up with today's technology!
Standing Seam Panel
Double lock standing seam roof panels have been used on traditional and contemporary homes for more than a century, I.E., churches, castles, historic and modern homes. It is now becoming very popular again due it's modern, but yet historic look and the longevity of the the roof system and the protection it provides against severe weather. Standing seam roofs are the fastest growing metal roofing choice among owners and it is the future of roofing for many reasons. We specialize in historic preservation. The double lock standing seam roof panels are the only proven long lasting metal roof system used since the late 1800's. The clean and graceful lines have been a favorite on a wide range of building designs. Double lock standing seam metal roofing is a premium panel that stands out for its distinctive, high-end looks. It's most popular in historic, modern, upscale residential and commercial applications. There are 2 basic types of metal roofing. Screw down sheet metal, exposed fastener, and double lock standing Seam panels that are secured to the roof decking with concealed fasteners, not an exposed fastener, for maximum wind and weather resistance. The screw down sheet metal roof is installed with the screws on top of the metal exposed to the weather and we do not install the exposed fastener - screw down sheet metal roofing. When the fastener is exposed to UV rays, wind moisture, ice, water and many other elements it will cause the exposed fastener to deteriorate and wear easily and/or fail over time. We have a double lock standing seam roll former machine that we bring to the job site and form the panels on site using a heavy commercial grade pre-painted metal. After the panel is formed with a 1-inch seam profile, the panel is fastened directly to the roof deck with expansion cleats. There are no exposed screws, the screws are concealed by the standing seam profile. With the standing seam double lock roof there is more room for expansion and contraction as snow/ice freezes and thaws and as the temperature changes up and down. We use expansion clips that allow for thermal movement. The movement of the metal takes place in the expansion clip, the metal panel doesn't actually move. The movement takes place between the panel and the clip. When the metal panels get hot, they expand, when it gets cold it contracts, or reduces size. A double lock standing seam profile is a 180-degree seam, it folds twice and is mechanically seamed. Standing seam can be used on a low slope roof all the way to a very steep roof. Standing seam roofs are great for people that value the longevity, durability and exquisite design of their roof. Installing the double lock standing seam sheet metal takes a skilled and experienced person to install. It can be complicated and is more labor-intensive. When installed properly double lock metal can easily surpass 50 years or even a lot longer, with little to no maintenance. We offer a wide variety of colors and the U.S. E.P.A. classifies it as a "cool roof" because it prevents solar heat when the metal is painted in any color. It is also very environmentally friendly and can reduce energy costs because of its reflectivity.
Double lock standing seam roof panels have been used on traditional and contemporary homes for more than a century, I.E., churches, castles, historic and modern homes. It is now becoming very popular again due it's modern, but yet historic look and the longevity of the the roof system and the protection it provides against severe weather. Standing seam roofs are the fastest growing metal roofing choice among owners and it is the future of roofing for many reasons. We specialize in historic preservation. The double lock standing seam roof panels are the only proven long lasting metal roof system used since the late 1800's. The clean and graceful lines have been a favorite on a wide range of building designs. Double lock standing seam metal roofing is a premium panel that stands out for its distinctive, high-end looks. It's most popular in historic, modern, upscale residential and commercial applications. There are 2 basic types of metal roofing. Screw down sheet metal, exposed fastener, and double lock standing Seam panels that are secured to the roof decking with concealed fasteners, not an exposed fastener, for maximum wind and weather resistance. The screw down sheet metal roof is installed with the screws on top of the metal exposed to the weather and we do not install the exposed fastener - screw down sheet metal roofing. When the fastener is exposed to UV rays, wind moisture, ice, water and many other elements it will cause the exposed fastener to deteriorate and wear easily and/or fail over time. We have a double lock standing seam roll former machine that we bring to the job site and form the panels on site using a heavy commercial grade pre-painted metal. After the panel is formed with a 1-inch seam profile, the panel is fastened directly to the roof deck with expansion cleats. There are no exposed screws, the screws are concealed by the standing seam profile. With the standing seam double lock roof there is more room for expansion and contraction as snow/ice freezes and thaws and as the temperature changes up and down. We use expansion clips that allow for thermal movement. The movement of the metal takes place in the expansion clip, the metal panel doesn't actually move. The movement takes place between the panel and the clip. When the metal panels get hot, they expand, when it gets cold it contracts, or reduces size. A double lock standing seam profile is a 180-degree seam, it folds twice and is mechanically seamed. Standing seam can be used on a low slope roof all the way to a very steep roof. Standing seam roofs are great for people that value the longevity, durability and exquisite design of their roof. Installing the double lock standing seam sheet metal takes a skilled and experienced person to install. It can be complicated and is more labor-intensive. When installed properly double lock metal can easily surpass 50 years or even a lot longer, with little to no maintenance. We offer a wide variety of colors and the U.S. E.P.A. classifies it as a "cool roof" because it prevents solar heat when the metal is painted in any color. It is also very environmentally friendly and can reduce energy costs because of its reflectivity.
We also install zinc double lock standing seam roof systems. In Europe, approximately 70% of residential homes are made with zinc standing seam roofing. In Paris, France it is upwards of 85%. It is now on the rise in the USA, due to its many benefits. Zinc is very long lasting, for nearly a century or more and has a very aesthetic look. Similar to double lock standing seam roofing, zinc requires little to no maintenance. Copper and zinc are the only two types of roofing that have a very long lifespan. Copper and zinc share very similar properties. They both endure an oxidation process called patina. The patina protects the material from rust and the elements from mother nature. Unlike metal, if zinc or copper gets a scratch on the surface the patina will rebuild, and you will never be able to tell it was ever scratched. Zinc will look dark gray or almost black when installed. Overtime, it will turn to a blue or light gray when the patina is finished processing. The patina process can take between 2-30 years to reach its full protective layer of patinaing. It varies on what climate you live in. A zinc double lock standing seam roof is a lifetime plus roof, if designed and installed correctly. Zinc is very durable, insect proof, anti-fungal and it is still nontoxic! Historically, the flashing details on a roof were lead, then steel and now zinc is on the rise due to all its benefits and lifespan. A breathable underlayment must be installed under the zinc roofing system, to allow the decking to breathe. A synthetic felt underlayment is not suitable for zinc.
