Standing seam metal roofs have become quite popular over the past few years. One reason people love them is that they are very weather-resistant. If you're considering a standing seam metal roof for your own home, then you might want to know more about this. Keep reading to discover how standing seam metal roofs stand up to various types of harsh weather.

Snow

Snow can be hard on roofs. It accumulates, and then when the weather gets a little warmer, it starts melting. It can cause roof damage by exposing your roof to excessive moisture, and it can also lead to cracks in the roof deck due to its weight. These are not problems you need to worry about with standing seam metal roofs. The roofing panels are so slick that the snow falls right off of them.

Rain

Heavy rain can cause minor leaks in the seams of some roofs, even if the roof is in good shape. With standing seam metal roofing, however, the seams are raised. As water falls on the roof, it will rest below the level of the seams, thereby reducing your risk of leaks. Wind-driven rain is also less likely to get pushed under the edges of metal panels because of the way they are attached to the roof.

Hot Sun

You might think that a piece of metal sitting in the sun would be bad news for your home. But actually, metal roofs keep a home cooler than many other roof materials. The metal is reflective, and so it reflects a lot of sunlight and heat. This keeps your attic cooler, which reduces the burden on your air conditioner over time. Plus, the top floor of your home won't feel as hot with a metal roof.

Wind

The panels used to make standing seam metal roofs are big and heavy. They are therefore hard for the wind to lift off the roof. The way the seams are made also makes it hard for the wind to catch them. So, if you live in an area with tropical storms or blizzards, a standing seam metal roof is the way to go.

Few types of roofing are as weather-resistant as standing seam metal roofing. Whether it's sunny, snowy, rainy, or windy outside, this type of roof offers ample protection for your home. 

Reach out to a roofing contractor in your area to learn more about this topic.