KasselWood Steel Roofing in Copper Penny
- Copper is softer than other metals used in roofing, such as steel. That makes it more susceptible to impact damage. And in an area like ours that's prone to hail and high winds that can blow debris like tree branches and even limbs against a roof, that is definitely a drawback.
- Copper roofing is one of the most expensive options on the market. Of course, we recognize that most metal roofing is more expensive than asphalt shingles to install, but of all the metal roofing choices, copper is the most costly. On average, a steel roof installation will cost about $10-$12 per square foot; copper roof installation will run you somewhere between $15-$25 for the same area. In general, the smaller the roof area you're covering (such as an accent roof over a porch), the more you'll pay per square foot.
- It may be hard to find a roofing contractor who can install or repair a copper roof. The installation of copper roofing is a highly specialized process, and not too many roofing contractors - even those who specialize in metal roofs - have the skills and equipment to handle copper roofing.
- The color choices are very limited. Unlike the steel roofing we install, which comes in quite a few colors, copper roofing comes in one color: that familiar penny shade. Over time it will acquire a green color - due to a process called patination. (Some copper roofing manufacturers apply a coating that will replicate the patination process so you get a greenish-toned roof right off the bat. But there are only a few shades to choose from.)
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