A Limestone County farmhouse owner wanted to retire from re-shingling every 18–20 years and step up to a standing-seam metal roof. We delivered a 22 ga standing-seam install in Burnished Slate that should outlast the owners' time in the home.
Project Challenge in Athens, AL
Third shingle roof in 35 years, owner tired of repeat replacement cycles. Wanted long-life roof with farmhouse aesthetic and lower summer cooling bills.
Athens, AL Weather Conditions on Site
Late summer install — high temps required early-morning starts and high-temp underlayment specification.
Scope of This Athens, AL Project
- Full tear-off of existing shingle layers
- Inspect and replace 6 sheets of OSB decking
- Install high-temp synthetic underlayment
- Standing-seam metal panel install — custom-cut on site
- All hidden fastener clips
- Custom hip and ridge flashing
- New aluminum drip edge in matching color
Materials Used on This Athens, AL Roof
| Panel | 26 ga Galvalume standing-seam, 1.5" rib, Burnished Slate Kynar 500 |
| Underlayment | GAF VersaShield (high-temp fire-rated) |
| Clips | Hidden floating clips, allows thermal expansion |
| Flashing | Custom-formed Burnished Slate to match panels |
Athens, AL Project Timeline
- Day -14Custom panels ordered from regional fabricator
- Day -1Panels delivered, staged at the site
- Day 1Tear-off, decking inspection, underlayment
- Day 2Panel install begins on north slope
- Day 3Panel install completes, hip/ridge flashing
- Day 4Final QC, gutter reinstallation, cleanup
Warranty Provided on This Athens, AL Roof
30-year paint finish warranty (Kynar 500), 40-year substrate warranty, plus our 10-year workmanship.
Outcome of This Athens, AL Project
Owner reports 18% reduction in July cooling bill year-over-year. Roof rated for 150 MPH winds and Class 4 impact — qualifies for two insurance discounts on their policy.