We all know the housing market isn’t the strongest its ever been. With that said, it’s important to know what buyers want. Especially if you ever want to sell your home and get a respectable price for it.  A new study recently released by NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) shows that buyers are after energy efficiency.  The top most wanted features involve saving energy:  94% of home buyers want energy-star rated appliances, 91% want an energy-star rating for the whole home, 89% want energy-star rated windows, and 88% want ceiling fans. Also, on the outside, if the home has siding, it better be high quality energy efficient, vinyl siding.

Roofing is another area of the home that can make or break the deal. If you have asphalt shingles, buyers know they are probably going to have to replace them sooner than later. In fact, asphalt only lasts a measly 10-15 years before a new roof is need. Local realtors say metal roofing is definitely picking up steam not just for commercial buildings but for residential as well. Buyers know that metal roofing can withstand high winds and will likely last a lifetime. It is also practically maintenance-free. The practical advantages of metal is that it makes your home safer in harsh weather and can significantly cut down on your energy bills.

Advantages to Metal Roofing:

*Proven performance expectation of 50+ years
*Beautiful styles to match any home or neighborhood
*Interlocking panels for maximum wind resistance
*Fire resistance
*Energy efficiency by keeping homes cooler
*Low weight to help preserve structural integrity and life

Here at Erie Construction of Evansville, Indiana we are a trusted leader in the industry because we offer the highest quality product at fair and honest prices. If you are tired of messing with your old, asphalt roof we would love to come out and show you why energy efficient metal is quickly becoming the new “go to” material in roofing.