Metal Roofing in Calgary
Snap-lock and standing seam metal roofs for Calgary houses, acreages, garages, shops and commercial buildings.
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- Standing seam
- Snap-lock
- Shingle to metal
- 10-year labour warranty
Metal project · Kimberley, BCA steep mountain-home roof with more than 20 planes, replaced with charcoal standing seam and engineered snow retention. See the project
- HAAG® certified roof inspector
- 10-Year Labour Warranty
- One-year follow-up inspection
- WCB-covered, harnessed crews
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Why metal roofs suit Calgary
Hail is the big one. On June 13, 2020, a storm hit northeast Calgary, Airdrie and Rocky View County and caused about $1.2 billion in insured damage. On August 5, 2024, another storm caused nearly $2.8 billion, and the Insurance Bureau of Canada says about one in five Calgary homes were affected. If hail has already marked your roof, see hail damage roof replacement in Calgary.
Then there are chinooks. Warm wind can take the city from deep cold to above freezing in hours, so snow melts and refreezes at the eaves all winter. A metal roof lets snow slide off, has no tabs for wind to lift and does not soak up water between thaws.
Metal roofing services in Calgary
We install metal roofs on Calgary houses, acreage homes, detached garages, shops and commercial buildings.
Seamed on the roof
Standing-Seam Metal Roofs
Panels sit over hidden clips and the seams are folded shut with a seaming tool, so nothing is screwed through the face of the roof. The strongest hold in high wind.
Quicker install
Snap-Lock Metal Roofs
Panels snap together over hidden clips, with no seaming tool, so they go on quicker. A good fit for homes, garages, shops and cabins.
Switching to metal
Shingle or Shake to Metal
We tear off the old asphalt shingles or cedar shake right down to the deck, then install a new snap-lock or standing seam metal roof.
Snap-lock vs mechanically seamed standing seam
Both are standing-seam metal roofs with raised seams and hidden clips, so no screws go through the face of the steel. The difference is how the seams close. Snap-lock panels press together and click shut. Mechanically seamed panels are folded shut on the roof with a seaming tool, once (single-lock) or twice (double-lock). That fold holds best against wind uplift and lets the roof go on lower slopes. Snap-lock is meant for roofs of about 3:12 pitch and steeper, and it costs less and goes on faster. How our complete roof replacements work.
Snap-lock
Quicker installPanels click together over clips with no seaming tool. Lower cost and faster to put on. Suits roofs of about 3:12 pitch and steeper, which covers most houses, garages and cabins.
Mechanically seamed standing seam
Best in high windSeams are crimped shut with a seamer. Top wind uplift ratings, and it can go on low-slope roofs where snap-lock isn’t recommended. Costs more and takes longer to install.
24 vs 26 gauge
Gauge is steel thickness, and the lower number is thicker. 24-gauge is stiffer and resists dents better; 26-gauge costs less. Our recent snap-lock roofs in BC used 26-gauge.
Snap-lock
Mechanically seamed
Built for hail
Metal roofs and Calgary hail
Impact ratings come from the UL 2218 test, which drops steel balls onto a roofing sample. Class 4 is the top rating: the material takes a 2-inch ball dropped from 20 feet without cracking. The test allows dents, so even a Class 4 metal roof can be marked by large hail. Dents alone are usually cosmetic. A leak means a seam, fastener, vent or flashing was damaged.
Ask your insurer whether an impact-rated roof lowers your premium, and how your policy treats cosmetic dents on metal. Over doors, decks and driveways, we add snow guards so snow lets go a little at a time instead of in one slab. Read about metal roofing.
What affects metal roof cost in Calgary
We don’t post a price list, because two metal roofs of the same size can be priced very differently. Size, pitch and how cut up the roof is matter most, then the system and gauge, tear-off of the old roof, how much trim and flashing must be bent to fit, snow guards, and how easy the roof is to reach. Most people want to see metal against shingles before deciding, so we price metal and shingles side by side and you can compare. See every roof replacement option in Calgary. See our past projects.
Roof shape
Biggest factorEvery valley, dormer, chimney and wall joint needs custom trim and more labour, so a cut-up roof costs more per square foot than a simple gable.
System and gauge
Mechanically seamed standing seam costs more than snap-lock, and 24-gauge steel costs more than 26-gauge.
Tear-off and extras
Removing old shingles or shake, replacing soft deck boards, adding snow guards and working around tight access all add to the job.
What goes into a metal roof install
Steel is only as good as what sits under it and how the edges are finished. These four details decide how the roof copes with hail, snow and chinook wind.
01
A solid deck, properly covered
We tear off to the boards, replace soft sheathing and lay synthetic or high-temperature underlayment made for metal, which copes with steel heating up in the sun.
02
Ice and water membrane
Self-adhering membrane runs along the eaves and down every valley, where chinook melt can refreeze and back up under the panels.
03
Custom-bent trim and flashing
Eave, rake, valley and wall trim is bent to fit your roof. Chimneys and vents get new flashing rather than a bead of caulk.
04
Snow guards and wind fastening
Clips and screws follow the panel maker’s spacing so the roof stays put in high wind, and snow guards go wherever sliding snow could hit a door, deck or car.
How a Calgary metal roof project works
Most metal roofs follow these four steps. Panels and trim are made to order, so expect a short wait for materials before install day.
We measure the roof, note every valley, wall and vent, and photograph the old roof so you can see what we found.
- 01
Roof inspection
We walk the roof, checking shingles, flashings, vents and ventilation, and photograph anything that needs attention so you can see it for yourself.
- 02
Your quote, in writing
Every material, the full scope and the timeline on one page, with siding or eavestroughs priced alongside if you want them done too.
- 03
A clean, careful install
We agree on where the bin goes before day one so it stays clear of the driveway and shop doors, and a magnet sweep picks up nails every day.
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Final walkthrough, then a return visit
We go over the finished roof together, then come back a year later to check it once it has seen a full winter and a spring melt.
Signs it’s time for a metal roof
Hail-worn shingles
Bruised shingles, bare spots and granules in the eavestroughs after a storm season mean the roof is wearing out. Many owners replace it with steel instead of another round of shingles.
Leaks keep coming back
When an older roof leaks in a new place every spring, the whole roof is near the end of its life. A new metal roof starts over from the deck.
Cedar shake at end of life
Split, cupped or mossy shakes and shakes that blow off in a chinook are a sign it’s time. We tear them off and install metal on a solid deck.
Rusting or lifting old metal
Old screw-down panels with rust, lifting screws and dried-out washers can be replaced with snap-lock or standing seam, which keeps its fasteners hidden.
Ice dams every winter
If ice builds up at the eaves each year, a new metal roof with ice and water membrane at the edges and better ventilation helps snow and meltwater move off.
Tired of replacing shingles
Steel commonly lasts 40 years or more, so a metal roof can mean one replacement where shingles would need two.
Our promise to Calgary homeowners
10 yr
Warranty in writing
Your roof includes our 10-Year Labour Warranty in writing. Manufacturer coverage on metal panels and finishes depends on the product, and we go over it with you before you sign.
WCB
Safe, respectful crews
WCB-covered roofers who wear harnesses on every roof, from the house to the tallest shop.
1 year
A visit one year later
About a year after we finish, we come back to look at the roof again once it has seen a full winter and a few chinooks.
Metal roofing across Calgary
We work in all four quadrants of Calgary, from inner-city streets in Marda Loop, Elbow Park and Mount Royal to newer communities on the edges of the city. Nearby, we also cover Airdrie, Chestermere, Cochrane, Okotoks and Rocky View County.
See our metal roofing projects. These are in the BC Rockies, where we also work: standing seam in Kimberley, wood shake to metal in Invermere and red snaplock metal in Edgewater.
Calgary metal roofing questions
Don’t see your question? Call us at (403) 333-0319.
How much does a metal roof cost in Calgary?
It depends on the roof’s size, pitch and complexity, the system and steel gauge, tear-off and trim. We measure first, then price metal and shingles side by side so you can compare.
What’s the difference between snap-lock and standing seam?
Both hide their clips under raised seams. Snap-lock panels click together and cost less; mechanically seamed standing seam is folded shut with a seaming tool, so it holds better in high wind and suits lower slopes. We install both.
How long does a metal roof last?
A well-installed steel roof commonly lasts 40 years or more. Snap-lock and standing seam keep their clips under the seams, so there are no exposed screws to look after.
Will hail damage a metal roof?
Large hail can dent steel, but dents alone don’t usually cause leaks. After a storm, we document the damage with photos for your insurer, then replace the roof if your claim covers it. Ask about panels with a UL 2218 Class 4 impact rating.
Can you put a metal roof over shingles?
We recommend tearing off first. It lets us find and replace soft decking, install ice and water membrane and metal-rated underlayment, and avoid trapping moisture or adding weight.
Will snow slide off onto my deck or driveway?
Metal sheds snow, sometimes in large sheets. Snow guards above doors, decks, walkways and driveways hold it back so it comes down in smaller amounts.
Can you replace an old metal roof?
Yes. We tear off the old metal roof and install a new snap-lock or standing seam roof in its place.
What warranty comes with a metal roof?
Our 10-Year Labour Warranty covers the workmanship. Manufacturer coverage on the steel varies by product.
Ready for a metal roof in Calgary?
Tell us about your roof and we’ll find a time to come take a look.