Metal Panel Systems used on commercial building projects can be exposed to higher stress and strain than those seen on smaller residential projects. When choosing a panel system for these applications material quality, performance specifications, and durability are all important factors to consider.
When placing an order with Ridgeline Metal, our team will create estimates for custom panel lengths based on your cut-list. Additionally we will double check to ensure you have everything you need to complete the job in a timely manner. When providing an estimate for your project, our team wants to ensure you have everything you need to complete the project including trim, accessories, fasteners, sealants, etc. If you need tools to complete your project, we carry a range of products inside our Redmond, Oregon facility.
No. Ridgeline Metal is a manufacturer of metal panel systems, not an installer. We work with some of the best installers in the Pacific Northwest and can help you connect with an installer if you are looking for recommendations.
Depending on your experience level with cladding products Metal Panel Systems can be a simple installation process or incredibly challenging. This depends on a number of factors including the panel chosen, the length of the panels, and the location in which you are installing the panels.
Depending on the building or structure you’re installing these metal panels over will determine whether or not they can be installed over an open purlin. If you’re installing panels over certain types of commercial or agricultural buildings, this type of install is common. However, installing over open purlins in residential builds is often not allowed.
While Metal Roofing does often rank higher than asphalt for cost, it typically is installed faster on projects making the cost comparable. As the price of steel and petroleum fluctuate do to both being commodities, the price of the product can change from month to month.
While the paint systems on our panels carry a 40 year chalk and fade warranty, the panels themselves if properly maintained could last much longer. How long would depend on the environment, care, and a number of additional factors. There are many examples of metal siding lasting well over 100 years.
Ridgeline carries SMP paint systems as standard finishes on our panel systems. We also carry PVDF painted products, although these are ordered based on customer needs and not inventoried at our facility. PVDF products may take 2-3 days longer to complete order due to delivery of the material from our mill.
While some restrictions may exist on specific panels, most of our metal siding can be ran in both horizontal and vertical directions. The key to running panels horizontally is identifying the proper alignment of the overlap to prevent water from getting behind the panel.