A. Water, dirt and leaves collect in the valleys, which creates moisture. If metal is not used the life of your roof will be cut in half. Metal should be used in all terminations.

Q. What is the difference between copper and galvanized?

A. Both products can be used, but copper will out last any other valley product. Also, copper is architecturally more beautiful.

Q. Will the shiny copper finish on my weathervane stay shiny?

A. Even copper that has been treated with gloss finishes will not hold up to weather conditions. Copper naturally ages over a period of time to brown, then to patina. If you purchase the already patina weathervane, you miss the brown stage and advance 20 years into the life of your copper product.

Q. Why don’t ALL roofing contractors use metal?

A. Always require your contractor to use metal when installing roofing products. If a contractor bids way under another generally the cheaper one is NOT using metal.