This past year I worked on an office building in downtown Humble. We installed a metal roof where a composition roof was failing. I've always shopped around for the best deal, not just for me, but for the property owner. I was pretty amazed to see the difference in pricing for the exact same panel. Every manufacture makes panels that resemble others, they just call them something different. After shopping 5 dealers that I use, I found one that saved my customer almost $1600. It was alot of time on the phone, but it was truly a win.
When you shop for a metal roof, make sure you compare the panels to each manufacture. Some panels may look the same, but may not have a foot or base on one side, making them less expensive. These cheaper panels, also will show the seam more than a footed panel. Make sure the panel you choose is designed for open purlins or a sheeted deck. You'll find yourself in trouble if you purchase a panel that requires a solid deck and you have open purlins.
