Hail can cause cosmetic dents in the roof but it can also reduce the lifespan of the roof harm it s water shedding capabilities and damage seams between metal panels leading to leaks which can cause further damage.
Marring to metal roofs.
And 3 all flashings required in the replacement of any metal roof materials.
In closing metal roofing is a very durable effective lightweight choice that is relatively quick to install by professionals.
Metal roofs can be as much as two or three times more expensive than other roofing materials.
Cosmetic damage is usually defined as marring pitting or other superficial damage from hail that alters the appearance of the roof but does not prohibit it from functioning as a moisture barrier.
Spacing of furring strips for metal roof when installing a metal roof over an existing roof insulate the spaces between the wood strips with rigid insulation to prevent condensation before.
Metal roofs can be noisy especially during a heavy rain or hailstorm.
Therefore what can sometimes seem to be cosmetic damage to a metal roof can often lead to losses down the road.
2 the underlayments applied for moisture protection whether metal or non metal for a metal roof.