{"id":369,"date":"2020-01-09T19:27:13","date_gmt":"2020-01-09T19:27:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.advaluminum.com\/blog\/?page_id=369"},"modified":"2020-01-14T20:44:48","modified_gmt":"2020-01-14T20:44:48","slug":"are-metal-roofs-loud-in-the-rain","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.advaluminum.com\/blog\/are-metal-roofs-loud-in-the-rain\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Metal Roofs Loud in the\u00a0Rain?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"MetalThe science of sound is very interesting. It\u2019s been shown that the softest sound a human ear can register is 0dB, or zero decibels. On the other end, the loudest sound humans can hear measures over 175 dB, which is louder than a jet taking off. The question is, where does the sound of rain hitting a metal roof fall between the two extremes?<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll be glad to know that it\u2019s\u00a0not much louder than the lowest perceptible sound and not nearly as loud as the\u00a0airplane.<\/p>\n

The myth of loud metal roofs<\/h2>\n

The rumor that metal roofs are loud in the rain likely came from people who have never lived with a metal roof during a rainstorm. These people think of tin awnings and aluminum barn roofs, which make horrendous levels of noise when the rain pours down.<\/p>\n

What this myth doesn\u2019t take into\u00a0account is the lack of underlayment or decking in awnings and barn roofs. Metal\u00a0roofs usually include some kind of insulating\u00a0underlayment below them. If\u00a0they\u2019re installed directly onto an existing roof, strong insulation will be\u00a0built into the job.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s the underlayment that makes\u00a0all the difference in decibel level, as is shown in a Swedish study that\u00a0compared the noise of rain when hitting various surfaces.<\/p>\n

Metal roofs are amazingly quiet<\/h2>\n

Without getting overly scientific, here are the decibel levels of some common events.<\/p>\n

Jet airplane in take-off: 140+<\/p>\n

Power saw: 110
\nLawn mower: about 100<\/p>\n

Garbage disposal: 80<\/p>\n

Typical conversation between two\u00a0people: 60<\/p>\n

Rain on metal roofing<\/a> over a\u00a0solid deck: 52<\/p>\n

Rain on an asphalt shingle roof:\u00a046<\/p>\n

Soft whisper: 30<\/p>\n

Several factors other than\u00a0underlayment can affect the level of sound experienced when rain hits a metal\u00a0roof. These include:<\/p>\n

Height of a room\u2019s ceiling (i.e., how far away the rain\u2019s strike point is)<\/p>\n

Amount of insulation in areas of the home above the ceiling<\/p>\n

Size of the attic<\/p>\n

\"MetalThe difference between metal roofs and asphalt shingle roofs<\/h2>\n

While the noise difference between metal and shingle roofs is a mere six decibels, there are other differences that are more pronounced. Here are five of them.<\/p>\n

Quality metal roofing will last 40 or 50 or more years. Asphalt shingles average 10 or 20.<\/p>\n

Metal roofs rarely need repairs for leaks and damage. Asphalt shingle roofs are prone to damage from wind, hail, lightning and extreme temperatures.<\/p>\n

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Speaking of weather, most metal roofs will hold their own in winds of 150 miles per hour and more \u2013 which is plenty of force to tear shingles off a roof.<\/p>\n

Metal roofs reflect the heat of the sun, making indoor temperatures cooler in the hot months. Asphalt shingle roofs absorb and retain heat.<\/p>\n

Metal roofs are recyclable, which is good for the environment. Shingle roofs usually end up in landfills to further pollute our world.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s no doubt that sturdy metal roofing is an ideal choice for most homeowners. Along with its strength and durability, metal roofing materials<\/a> come in a wide range of attractive colors and patterns, making it easy to beautify your home and property.<\/p>\n

Learn more about the benefits of\u00a0modern metal roofing by calling the experts, Advanced Aluminum of Lakeland, FL.\u00a0We build exceptional metal roofing products\u00a0used by leading contractors\u00a0throughout the Lakeland area. Call us today at (863) 648-5787.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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