Canada’s Metal Roofing Distributors of RUUKKI – Monarchy Roofing

Last Updated: 2024-04-15By Sofia K.

Over the past decades, the most popular roofing materials have been asphalt and shingles. Nevertheless, progress does not stand still and gradually they are replaced by more practical materials.

The most popular of these new materials are various types of metal. The main reason why metal roofs are gaining more and more popularity is their positive qualities. Roofs made of metal are much stronger and more resistant to various influences than their direct competitors.

Steel is used predominantly for metal roofs; you can also find roofs made of aluminum, zinc, and copper. Each of these metals has its characteristics, but in general, their general properties are quite similar.

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Advantages of Metal Roofing in Toronto

For a more detailed understanding of why metal roofs are pushing other types of coverings out of the market, it is worthwhile to understand their advantages in detail. These benefits fall into three categories:

Ecology

In the modern world, more and more attention is paid to ecology and the reuse of materials. This is not surprising because we all know what the consequences of harmful materials and pollution can cause.

And at this point, metal roofs are way ahead of their competitors. They are completely sustainable and 100% recycled. This is very important if you are thinking for many years ahead and are worried about the environment. Later, when the life of the roof has passed, it can be safely disposed of and recycled for further use of the material.

Designs

The second important detail of any roof is the exterior. Since metal can be shaped into almost any shape, metal roofs can be very diverse. They can mimic the look of shingles that are so popular, or be nearly as flat as an asphalt roof. In addition, there are special forms of metal roofs that do not resemble other roofs, such as standing seam metal roofs or tile roofing.

In addition to the shape, metal roofs differ significantly in the color palette. Since special paint is used to color the roof, the metal roof can be of almost any color. This feature allows you to both imitate the usual color of tiled roofs and creates something modern. In addition, unusual shades of a metal roof can help create a designer home with an unusual shape and color.

Quality

The last but the most important factor due to which metal roofs are gaining more and more popularity is their quality. Such roofs are much stronger and more resistant to external influences. As an example, physical properties can be distinguished. The metal roof will be resistant to damage. This means that it will not crack if a branch of a tree or something similar falls on it. Of course, if the impact force is too high, then the coating may bend, but still, no other roof covering can withstand such an impact force.

Also, metal roofs are resistant to temperatures. They are fireproof and show themselves just as well even in the most severe frosts, without deforming or violating the integrity of the coating. They are not afraid of mold or moss and other organic influences.

There is a lot to describe all the physical properties of a metal, and if you are interested, you can learn more about them on the Monarchy Roofing website. In general, metal roofs have a longer lifespan than other coatings. You can get a warranty period of up to 80 years, provided that for other coatings it is a maximum of 20 – 30 years.

The idea of Opening Monarchy Roofing Company

House with modern metal roof tiles.

Monarchy Roofing was founded in 2013. As is often the case in the construction business, it was founded by several people with extensive experience in installing roofs. But unlike the previous companies in which the founders of Monarchy Roofing worked, they decided to take a different path and not engage in the installation of the usual asphalt and tile roofs. Therefore, the choice was made in favor of modern advanced roofing and sheet metal.

The main idea for the creation of the company was the use of modern roofing materials due to their higher quality and environmental friendliness. Undoubtedly, we are talking about metal roofs. Also, when creating the company, it has defined clear rules for itself and the creation of company culture.

Integrity, customer loyalty, and a commitment to continuous improvement have become the most important ideas and principles. For a high-quality approach, the company quickly gained fame in the territory of Mississauga and began to receive many orders. All this would be impossible without a responsible approach to each client and project.

Compeering with Rookie

As of 2014, only a few companies were installing standing seam metal roofs in Toronto and Mississauga. As the company constantly strives to develop and provide the best services, the roof covering material had to be of the highest quality.

While looking for permanent suppliers, the company learned about the merger of the largest European metal coating manufacturer and material supplier SSAB and Ruukki. This event had a huge impact on the entire industry. By discarding intermediaries, these companies were able to provide higher quality products without increasing the cost.

In the same year, Monarchy Roofing, which at that time had already purchased products from SSAB, submitted an offer to officially represent Ruukki in Canada. After a short conversation, the parties agreed. This is how Monarchy Roofing became the official representative of the most famous and quality metal roofing supplier in Europe.

Examples of Possible Difficulties in Installation Process

Metal roof installation process.

Installation of a metal roof, like other types of work, can sometimes face additional difficulties. For a more convenient understanding, we would like to give a couple of examples from the experience of the Monarchy Roofing Company in advanced roofing and sheet metal installation.

Influence of Roof Slope on Installation

The first example happens quite often and often inexpensive, luxurious homes. In most cases, these houses have a strong roof slope. Undoubtedly, a house with such a roof looks very beautiful, but at the installation stage, certain difficulties arise.

Firstly, it should be understood that the installation of metal is carried out with solid metal sheets from the edge of the roof to its upper part. Because of this, such sheets can be very massive and reach up to 50 kilograms.

Based on the weight of the parts of the structure, you can see that this is not an easy process, but what can we say with a steep slope of the roof. The complexity of the work, in this case, increases significantly. Workers have to constantly find themselves in uncomfortable conditions, because it is very difficult to stand on such a roof, even using all the necessary methods of insurance.

It should also be understood that the increased complexity of the work also affects the duration of the installation of a metal roof. For example, for a house of ordinary size, the installation of a metal roof can take up to 3-4 days, provided the slope is low. In the case of a steep incline, the same installation process can take up to 7-10 days.

Of course, it is worthwhile to understand that the increase in the duration of the installation of a metal roof is because the company takes a responsible approach to the process and cares about quality. After all, as mentioned earlier, this is one of the most important principles of the Monarchy Roofing Company.

Influence of Weather on Roof Installation

The second example, which also often affects the complexity of the installation of advanced roofing and sheet metal, is the weather. When you first learn how to replace or install a new roof, you will immediately be faced with information about the best time of the year for this process.

This factor can greatly affect both the complexity of the work and its duration. Since the installation of the roof is completely external construction work, it is impossible to carry out them during precipitation. This is due to two important factors, firstly, it can disrupt the correct technology for installing the roof, and secondly, it is very unsafe, because it is very easy to slip on a wet roof.

Based on this, bad weather can significantly affect the duration of the installation of a metal roof. Of course, this is not stretching of the workflow as in the first case, but you should take care that this process may take more time.

Of course, it is also worth mentioning that the installation of a metal roof is possible in the winter season when it is constantly snowing. Often, such work is carried out rarely and by special need, when there is no longer time to wait for summer. In this case, installing a roof can be many times more expensive, because the workflow will be complicated and additional preparatory work will be included.

Costs of Advanced Roofing and Sheet Metal vs Other Coverage’s

In conclusion, I would also like to answer the question of why not all houses still use advanced roofing and sheet metal roofs, if they are so modern and good. The main stumbling block is the cost of the material and the installation of the roof.

The initial cost of a metal roof is significantly higher than that of other roofs. Depending on the type of metal roof chosen, the price can be almost twice as expensive as when using asphalt or tiled roof.

If you look at everything in more detail, then these numbers will not be so frightening. Every homeowner knows that installing a roof is not a one-time cost. Depending on the coating chosen, you will need to inspect the coating and repair the roof. The cost of this maintenance should also be taken into account when calculating the cost of the roof.

In this parameter, metal roofs are significantly in the lead. The metal is very resistant to impact and therefore after installing the roof, you can forget about problems with the roof for a long time. On average, it is recommended to inspect a metal roof every 3-5 years. If you look at other coatings, then an inspection may be needed every season.

It is also worth considering the aspect that each type of coating has a different service life. For example, tiled and asphalt roofs will last up to 30 years on average with proper care. As for metal, only the warranty period of such a roof is up to 50 years, and the roof itself can serve up to 80 years.

In general, it turns out that if we consider the cost of a roof at the entire stage of its operation, then metal roofs are much cheaper than their competitors. In addition, a reduction in the cost of home insurance can serve as an additional bonus. This is true because at the moment many insurance companies reduce the cost of home insurance if a metal roof is installed on it. This is because the house is considered safer and more protected from many influences.

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Each building has some sort of driveway or at least should have. The main reason is for vehicles to come closer without need to walk all the way. Some homes are residential with small driveway for their car to come in and park before garage or front entrance, and others can be large commercial buildings with loading docks, delivery entrances and casual parking entrances. On Point Remodeling was asked for suggestions on residential driveway for new home construction, and we decided to write detailed article for all our readers. Using this guide you can select the material for your driveway and see what works for your budget. Here are the materials for driveway we will be discussing in our guide:

Asphalt
Concrete
Paver Stone
Crushed stone
Brick
Seashell
Gravel

To find good contractor for your driveway, you can either ask our team by email or try to find someone local that worked with neighbors or nearby buildings.

Installation process of any material surface on your driveway

a) Demolition and Excavation – Before anything is done, your contractor will get heavy machinery and scratch off old layer of driveway. They need to go down at least 5-6 inches to insure proper layering before your final layer of material is installed. b) Material Purchase and Delivery – At this point your contract is signed and you already know how the surface will look. Contracting company purchases necessary materials and delivers them to site. Double check if material is correct and not damaged. c) Preparation of Sublevel – Whatever you place as final material, it cannot just be installed directly on top soil. Gravel is the first choice of material that goes down at this stage. Other preferred material is screen sand that can go on top of gravel and works better with stone and bricks. d) Compaction of Ground – To prevent your driveway from moving and changing shapes, all the layers from bottom up have to be properly compacted. Do not leave any spot untouched while doing this or you can get small holes and cracks in driveway after installation. E) Final Installation – This is when all the magic happens. After all preparations and dirty work the final installation is made literally within hours and you can enjoy new driveway. Stone and brick is set up by hand, while other materials require some sort of machinery with manual labor to even out surface.

1. Asphalt

Probably the most used material for road top surfaces as well as driveways is asphalt. This is a mix of gravel and sand that is mixed in and combined by asphalt cement with crude oil. Pros of Asphalt Driveway

Very popular and easy to find materials/contractor
Completed in 1 day and you can drive on it after
Patches and small holes can be fixed fast

Cons of Asphalt Driveway

Easy to damage and cracks appear in few years
Almost everyone else has same surface
Oily surface and chemicals used in mix

Prepared for asphalt driveway will cost you around $5 per square foot to finish. The contractors that take care of entire process from taking out old driveway surface, install subsurface and compact the ground with new asphalt on top, will charge on average $5500 per regular size driveway at single home property.

2. Concrete

What we call concrete is a mixture of Portland cement, aggregate as well as sand with gravel. Suggested thickness of concrete for driveway is 6 inches. The mixture needs to cure without being touched or driven on top for several days. Pros of Concrete Driveway

Durable material for large weights
Long lifespan if installed properly
Winter and summer friendly

Cons of Concrete Driveway

Has marks and stains over time
Hard to repair without replacement
Super hard to DIY

To hire contractors for concrete driveway it will cost around $7-$9 per square foot. This will include site preparation with gravel spread and new concrete installation. They will order full truck of concrete (or several for larger driveways) to pour inside forming. Smoothening and curing is required after installation.

3. Paver Stone

The most luxurious material that you can use to create driveway path with is paver stone. It is made out of natural stone with uneven rough shapes that have different line patterns. Paver stones are very heavy and are perfect for weights on top of them. Almost every city in Europe has roads and walks made out of stone that were installed centuries ago. Pros of Paver Stone Driveway

Creative designs can be done
Personal looks, can match the house
Can replace single stone in minutes

Cons of Paver Stone Driveway

Weeds growing through
Stone can move over time
Most expensive material

There is wide selection of stone that can be purchased for your driveway. On average we recommend settling with $17-$20 per square foot for stone with installation included. Working with this material is very intense labor and we recommend hiring professionals that do this type of work every day.

4. Crushed Stone

Our readers sometimes mistake crushed stone with gravel, but this is not the same material. Crushed stone material is achieved when machine is mechanically crushing larger pieces of unused stone for this specific purpose. It is larger than gravel and can have smooth finish. Crushed stone can also have a mix of colors, which is much pleasant to eyes than gravel. Pros of Crushed Stone Driveway

Low maintenance required
Fits rural area style
Can be reused for other purposes

Cons of Crushed Stone Driveway

Gets very hot during summer
Can be messy after many drives
Hard to remove snow and ice

Buying crushed stone and installing it on your driveway is as easy as it gets. Similar to other rough materials discussed in this post, only small tools like shovels, dolly and buckets are required to spread it on the road. The cost of crushed stone driveway is between $4 and $6 per square foot from professional local contractors that can finish the job in several days.

5. Brick

The same brick we see being used in wall construction can be installed as top driveway surface. Brick is manufactured by compressing clay with plastic mass. It is heated to extreme temperature and dried up to become as solid as you know it. Pros of Brick Driveway

Variety of selections in shapes and shades
Bricks are recyclable
Slip resistant with rough top part

Cons of Brick Driveway

Needs regular maintenance
Change color over time
Old fashion looking

Installing brick on driveway costs $10 per square foot, which is not too far from masonry brick laying as part of the wall. To save money you can use or purchase old brick, that was part of a wall before. Do not mix these two jobs and contact landscaping professionals instead of masonry contractors that work with bricks.

6. Seashell

This material is popular on the coast line where shells can be found near the water. Construction companies use seashells to add in other materials as well as spread them on driveway in rough condition, without adding anything else. It usually comes in white or pearl color and darkens within year because of mixing with sand and dirt. Pros of Seashell Driveway

Environmentally friendly
Has natural drainage
Creates worm vibe of beach house

Cons of Seashell Driveway

Break and crack under light weight
Sharp and very hard to walk on
Gets stuck in shoes and tires

To deliver and spread seashells on driveways costs below $4, which is only slightly more expensive than rough gravel. As you go further from coast line, cost of material increases due to delivery. This material is elegant and very soft. We recommend adding edge lines with darker color landscape material to create visual path.

7. Gravel

This material is used in other construction mixes and underlayment systems. It’s literally fragments and small crushed stones that are put on top of soil. It is easily spread out by hands and anyone can do it. Pros of Gravel Driveway

Cheapest of them all
Easy DIY Job
Can install another material on top

Cons of Gravel Driveway

Needs to be graded very often
Will mix with dirt and leaves
Washes up with heavy rains

It is rough material and can be purchased in bulk (by metric tons or cubic meters). The cost of driveway with gravel should not exceed $3 per square foot, but you can save tons of money by purchasing materials and doings installation by yourself. You do not require specific tools or heavy equipment for the job and delivery of gravel can be arranged directly to your project.

Conclusion

To properly finish any and all of these driveways requires skills and experience. There is no way you can complete any of these projects without heavy equipment and tools that regular home owner’s just store in their garages. Most of those who will read this post will prefer to install asphalt driveway, because of its popularity and low costs. We want to encourage home owners to go for personal preference and what matches your house, rather than getting the most affordable and popular items. Driveway jobs have to be completed fast; otherwise you will need to park elsewhere while the project is running. To not overpay, ask us for quotation sample on material you prefer in specific region where the work need to be done and our team can provide some numbers.

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