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   Pondfish | May 29, 2006 03:22pm | #1

   Try posting over in Breaktime -- but I wouldn't ask if it is something you could try yourself, unless you enjoy being hooted down in laughter...

   Recommending the use of "Hide Signatures" option under "My Preferences" since 2005
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   cadiddlehopper | May 30, 2006 04:03am | #2

   The turn of which century?

   Cadiddlehopper

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   citrouille | May 30, 2006 04:16am | #3

   I have a metal roof on my house, standing seam is definitely the way to go.
   More expensive than shingles when you buy it, you catch up the difference when you install it. Very easy and fast to install, you can do it yourself if you don't have two left hands.
   I would not want a different roof on my house.

   C.

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   miller | May 30, 2006 04:28am | #4

   A metal roof in my opinion is the best way to go.  I worked for a company that builds metal buildings,  and we occasionally did the home roof.  The home roof was very tricky depending on the hips and valleys.  The company we used was Mueller Inc.  I looked at your profile and noticed your in NJ.  I know there is not one in your area, but their web site may give you some info.  They can also help you find an installer.  I am sure there are some similar companies in your area.

    

                               http://www.muellerinc.com/

      

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   JLMCDANIEL | May 30, 2006 05:28am | #5

   I would say go for it. Standing seam is the most common in this area for houses with metal roofs. I can think of no reason why a DIY couldn't install it.

   Jack

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   jmquinn32 | May 30, 2006 09:29pm | #6

   I may start with a seperate and simple outbuilding roof first. thanks for the advice.

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   jmquinn32 | May 30, 2006 09:31pm | #7

   oops...i seemed to have missed everyone with that reply. I may apply the roofing to a small outbuilding to get a feel for it first. thanks for the advice.

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   miller | May 31, 2006 03:54am | #8

   An out building would be pretty simple if it has a flat roof you just have to keep the over hang running straight.  Your home may have valleys or peaks that make good places for leaks.

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   jmquinn32 | Jun 02, 2006 07:28pm | #9

   Thanks. If I manage to make this happen, I will be sure to post some pics.