Standing Seam Metal Roof: Residential Roofing Installation
This standing seam metal roof project is a great example of a clean, modern metal roofing installation designed specifically for Alberta’s demanding climate. The home features a classic standing seam profile that provides superior water shedding, excellent snow performance, and a sleek architectural look that fits well in both urban and suburban settings.
For this project, our team focused on proper detailing around transitions, penetrations, and edges to ensure long-term durability. Standing seam metal roofing is one of the most reliable roofing systems available in Alberta, offering outstanding resistance to snow loads, freeze-thaw cycles, and high winds. Every panel was installed using best-practice methods to ensure performance and longevity.
This finished roof not only enhances the appearance of the home but also delivers long-term value through minimal maintenance and extended service life. It’s a strong, practical solution for Alberta homeowners looking for a premium roofing system that performs year after year in harsh weather conditions.
Type of roof
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Standing Seam Panels
Standing seam panels are designed with two primary seaming options to meet different needs: single lock and double lock systems. The single lock option is best suited for residential roofs with standard slopes and facades, providing reliable performance in typical applications. For low-slope roofs, the double lock system offers enhanced seam strength and a watertight seal that excels in Alberta’s tough climate. This design ensures added protection against water infiltration, making it particularly effective in withstanding snow, wind, and fluctuating temperatures.
Each panel’s seams are mechanically locked using specialized tools. This technique creates an exceptionally strong bond that provides outstanding resistance to wind uplift with excellent weatherproofing, which is especially crucial in Alberta’s extreme conditions. Usually, the height of the locks ranges from 1 to 2.5 inches, while the panel widths are to be specified for each particular project. Panel design accounts for natural expansion and contraction without warping or loosening over time. Because metal roofing focuses on long-term value, it offers the ideal blend of durability, efficiency, and refined aesthetics desired by most homeowners.
Benefits of residential metal roofing
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100% Fire Proof
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200 mph Wind Resistance
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Lifetime Transferable Warranty
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Eco Friendly (doesn’t end up in a landfill site)
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Pulls excess heat
Pulls excess heat + humidiy
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Air circulation
Promotes good air circulation
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Cost
Cost free operation

