Metal Roofing
Metal is the long-game roof choice on Vancouver Island. A properly installed standing seam roof shrugs off heavy rain, resists moss, holds its colour for decades and frequently outlasts the home itself. Island Roofers installs 24 and 26-gauge standing seam, snap-lock and metal shingle roofs across the Island.
A roof system, not just a product.
- 24 and 26 gauge standing seam panels
- Concealed-fastener and snap-lock profiles
- Kynar 500 colour finishes with 40-year warranties
- Snow guards and ice-and-water detailing on every project
Engineered for our climate
We specify panel gauge, clip spacing and underlayment based on your specific elevation, exposure and roof geometry — not a one-size catalogue spec.
How a metal roofing project actually runs.
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Design & spec
We select gauge, profile, clip spacing and underlayment based on your roof pitch, exposure and design — not a one-size catalogue spec.
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Tear-off & prep
Full tear-off, deck inspection, high-temp underlayment and ice-and-water shield at eaves, valleys and penetrations.
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Panel install
Panels are rolled and cut to length, installed with concealed clips, and finished with custom-bent ridge, hip, valley and gable trim.
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Snow guards & details
Snow guards, vent boots and chimney crickets installed per manufacturer detail to keep the roof watertight and safe below.
Vancouver Island homeowners choose us for metal roofing.
Locally owned, manufacturer-certified, and fully insured — the right combination for a roof you can actually rely on.
- 24 and 26-gauge standing seam panels — true commercial gauge
- Kynar 500 PVDF colour finishes with 40-year warranties
- Concealed-fastener systems — no exposed screws on the field
- Custom on-site panel rolling for exact lengths
- Trained for snow-load and high-wind detailing
Metal Roofing questions, answered.
How long does a metal roof last on Vancouver Island?+
A properly installed 24-gauge standing seam roof will typically last 50+ years on Vancouver Island. The Kynar 500 paint finish carries a 40-year warranty against fade and chalk.
Is a metal roof loud in the rain?+
No. Metal roofs installed over solid wood decking with proper underlayment are no louder inside the home than an asphalt shingle roof. The 'tin roof in the rain' sound only happens on metal installed over open purlins (barns, sheds).
How much more does metal cost than asphalt?+
On Vancouver Island, a standing seam metal roof typically costs 2 – 2.5x the price of an architectural asphalt roof. Because metal lasts 2 – 3x longer, the lifetime cost per year is usually lower.
Will a metal roof attract lightning?+
No. Metal roofing does not attract lightning, and is in fact considered one of the safest roof materials in a lightning strike because it is non-combustible and conducts the charge to ground safely.
Can you install a metal roof over my existing asphalt?+
We strongly recommend against it. A proper tear-off lets us inspect the deck, install fresh high-temp underlayment, and ensure the metal sits perfectly flat — which is essential for both appearance and watertightness.
Often paired with metal roofing
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