It’s Spring time again. Is your roof ready to weather the upcoming steamy-hot summer, followed by another harsh winter with its fearsome snowstorms, strong winds, and occasional hail?

--With that being said, If you are still considering installing a new metal roof on your home or commercial property this Summer or early Fall, here are the top 70, most essential metal roofing facts, with FAQs and pros and cons to consider in your buying and decision making process.

1. Metal roofs can be made from a variety of metals and alloys including Galvanized steel — hot-dip zinc galvanized G-90 and G-60 steel (a less expensive thinner grade steel often used in low-cost corrugated metal panels), Galvalume steel — zinc and aluminum coated steel (A more expensive and longer lasting coating compared to G-90 steel.), stone-coated steel (G-90 galvanized steel), aluminum, copper, zinc, terne (zinc-tin alloy), and stainless steel.

2. Generally metal roofs require none or minimal maintenance. corrugated metal roof on a ranch house

3. Metal roofs can be cleaned with water.

4. A metal roof can easily help save as much as 25% off of your annual home energy bill, and help reduce your building’s overall energy waste. In fact, according to a US independent report by the Oak Ridge National Laboratory “2008 ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings“, homeowners can save up to 40% in home cooling costs in the summer, and 10-15% in home heating costs, based on a strapping system of 4 inches between the plywood and the metal on top.

5. A metal roof has a cool reflective surface, which reflects solar heat back into the atmosphere, rather than absorbing it inside a home or a building.

--**--ETC.!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wood or Vinyl Windows?? It’s true, wood and vinyl windows perform similarly when it comes to energy efficiency, but when you consider vinyl windows’ ease of installation, wood windows’ high-maintenance requirements, and the cost differences – there really is no comparison.

Here are a just a few reasons why the “wood windows vs vinyl windows” argument is outdated.

--Vinyl windows are more affordable(as little as half the price of comparable wood windows).

--Vinyl windows resist rotting, corrosion, salt air, termites, and air pollutants.

--Vinyl retains its finish – so there’s no need to sand, re-stain, or repaint!

--Vinyl windows resist pitting, peeling, or flaking unlike wood windows.

--Vinyl windows hold up to repeated use, maintaining their beauty year after year.

--Realistic looking wood laminates are available in a variety of wood-grains such as oak, cherry, and maple. So you can have the look of wood windows without the maintenance.

With these facts in mind, it’s easy to see why vinyl windows are the optimum choice for replacement windows.

Are you considering replacing your home’s windows? You have a lot of options on the market, from manufacturer to window shape and material to color and finish. One of the most popular replacement window types is vinyl—and there are numerous benefits of choosing vinyl windows! When you come to H&M Industries, we will walk through your needs and introduce you to a wide range of replacement options that will increase the value and beauty of your home.

--*Benefits of Vinyl Windows

*Energy efficient – did you know that up to 30 percent of heated and cooled air is lost through your windows? Installing vinyl windows is a great way to reduce your heating and cooling costs.

*Low maintenance – all vinyl windows need is a quick wipe down with a damp cloth and they’re as good as new!

Window replacement extends beyond the benefits of energy efficiency from vinyl windows. Main reasons people replace their home or commercial building windows include:

--Comfort
--Safety
--Noise reduction
--Durability
--Aesthetics
--Maintenance and cleaning
--Re-sale value
--UV protection

R-panel is a metal panel used for metal roofing and siding, primarily on commercial and industrial buildings but also looks great on homes. The larger ribs make it a great choice for low slope roofs. Our classic rib metal roofing is 26 or 29-gauge R-panel and is so durable we offer a 10/40 year limited warranty.

As with all of H&M's vinyl products, our panels are made with a Duratron Vinyl Formula. From arctic to desert conditions, Duratron's state-of-the-art process and high quality ingredients ensure top performance in all types of environments. Our siding comes in numerous profiles including traditional double 6" siding, rustic insulated vinyl log siding, and vinyl shakes and shingles.

*Subtle design intricacies deliver the authentic look of painted wood

*Heavy-duty thick panels provide extra strength and durability

*Wide range of products and colors to cover all possible applications

*Duratron Vinyl Formula enables performance in all environments from 25 degrees below to 110 degrees above zero

*Complete color-coordinated range of trims and accessories for limitless design possibilities

Feel this good about your windows 

everyday this summer!! Call today and get 

your FREE estimate on new Vinyl 

Replacement Windows!

Don't wast this beautiful sunny day!! The weekends coming, what a better time to get all those home improvement projects out of the way, especially since the weather is supposed to take a turn for the worst next week, with the forecast showing rain all week long! Memorial Day weekend brings family and friends closer together remember those who fell/died serving our beautiful country in the Armed Forces!! GOD BLESS! Call today or pay us a visit and we'll get you squared away on what you need! 704-434-9900

Over time, vinyl siding becomes dirty, dusty and faded.
Over the years, the vinyl siding on your home is subjected to a number of natural punishments. The color and luster fade from exposure to sun and harsh weather, while a layer of grime, mildew, dirt, dust and debris accumulates on the surface.

Warning:

Avoid using a power washer on your vinyl siding. According to the This Old House website, the strong force of water created by power washers can cause water to accumulate behind the vinyl siding panels -- placing the siding at risk for cracking, warping and the growth of mold and mildew.

**** 704-434-9900 Call us today and get a FREE estimate on our Top Quality Vinyl Siding for your home today!! Don't let your homes siding get like this, let us help!

LISTEN UP!!!

How To Check If Your House Windows Are Bad

You can tell if the windows in your home need to be replaced by making a few observations and doing some tests. Sometimes when windows are worn out they don’t perform as they once did, and this can increase your utility bills. Windows that need replacing will show some wear and tear. Does this Spark an idea?

COLD TEMPERATURES 

• - If you are sitting by windows and it seems to be colder there than in the rest of the house, you probably need new windows. The area encasing the windows is wearing out and is unable to keep the cold air out. Sometimes windows in this condition are beyond repair and it is best to replace them before the condition gets worse. Addressing the problem early will help avoid having to replace windows in the cold of winter.

WEAR AND TEAR 

• - Take a look at your windows inside and out. Look at any wood. If your windows appear to be wearing out because of rot and decay, you should replace them. No amount of caulking will solve this problem. Eventually, your windows will begin to crumble and fall apart.

JAMMED WINDOWS

• - If your windows often get stuck or jammed, you may want to consider replacing them. The change in temperatures year after year can cause the wood to expand and contract and eventually the windows lose their original shape. If your windows can no longer go up and down smoothly, they have probably expanded beyond their original size. Air and water will now be able to seep through the window by way of the sill. The effectiveness of your windows depends on them fitting neatly and smoothly into the tracks that enable them to go up and down.

MOISTURE AND MOLD

• - Moisture seeping through the windows can lead to mold, which is hazardous. If the windows cannot be repaired to keep out moisture, they should be replaced

Gotta drafty house?, Leaky-Roof?, or would you just like to make your house look better in general? Give H&M Industries a call today and we can make your dreams come true this summer!!..704-434-9900, or come by our location at 3936 West Dixon Blvd., Shelby, NC, 28152!!! (right beside Sunset Drive-In)

Windows, Windows, and more Windows!!...We have em' all to fit your specific styles and needs for your home. With a limited lifetime warranty on frame and sash, so YOU can buy with C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-C-E!!!!!! 704-434-9900

Let H&M Industries add some style to your house this summer!!! Give us a "ring" for your FREE estimate today! If we don't answer the first time..CALL BACK, or email us with your information and we'll give you a holler back!! 704-434-9900

Upgrade your home today with H&M 

Industries!!!!!!

Things you may not know that we do:

    

        -SHUTTERS:
Our shutters maintain their high quality and vibrant color throughout the life of your home, and they are maintenance-free. They achieve this tremendous quality through the use of advanced UV stabilizers and a tough acrylic coating, which minimizes the effects of sun,rain and wind. All of our high-quality shutters are built to last a lifetime. Will NOT split, crack, peel or fade. In fact, we feel so strongly about our quality that we offer a lifetime limited warranty on all of our shutters.

        -VINYL DECKS & RAILING:
Benefit from the high quality, low maintenance and good looks of vinyl. Our vinyl decks and railings offer years of maintenance free service and enjoyment and are backed by a lifetime, transferable warranty. Our website provides product information and technical specifications for consumers, architects, dealers and distributors. -We offer several styles of railings.

        -MOBILE HOME SUPPLIES:
If you're looking for a large selection of mobile home supplies to upgrade, repair or replace your homes fixtures, fittings, and more, look no further than H&M Mobile Home Supply.
-Products we offer include: Mobile home set-up supplies, mobile home interior and exterior doors, bathtubs, sinks, windows, kitchen and bathroom fixtures and much more.

        *-CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT hmindustries.com AND SEE WHAT ALL WE HAVE TO OFFER...If you are unable to locate an item, please call or email us, and we will be happy to special order it for you. We off free local delivery, as well as low national shipping rates

You know you can't do this alone!...Call us in and we'll give you an big hand this summer!!...Call or swing by and visit for your FREE estimate today!! 704-434-9900

Open those doors on this beautiful day to H&M Industries!! We have the best vinyl windows, vinyl siding and roofing supplies in Cleveland County, not including our cheap prices! And who can really walk away from that? Lower your energy bills this summer with our argon-filled, energy-efficient windows! 704-434-9900 All windows come with a Limited-Lifetime Warranty on frame and sash.

Got a old vacuum that your not quite sure works the way its supposed to?!? Bring it on down to Shelby Vacuum on 103 Pine Street, we sell the best and fix the rest, and if we can't fix it then you can always look at our line of vacuum cleaners. We'll make a deal! 704-471-9979

VINYL SIDING AND GRID COLORS

-Most HMI products are available in White or Beige vinyl. But what is even better is our unique, two-tone thermally applied colors to the units' vinyl exterior surfaces as well as the grid exteriors. Choose from Clay, Bronze or Hunter Green exteriors, or choose a custom color option.

-White

-Beige

-Clay

-Bronze

-Hunter Green

Why choose metal buildings?

-No warping, unlike wood
-No fire hazard
-Insurance: 25-40% less
-Termite proof
-Complete space in building
-26/29 gauge wall and roof sheeting
-100% usable interior space
-19 different colors
-Color coated screws to math building color
-Prevents against rust and corrosion

*PRODUCT FEATURES

-Panel Type- Exposed fastener metal panel
-Panel width coverage- 36"
-Rib height- 3/4"
-Gauges- 26 or 29 gauge
-Metal panel substrate- Galvalume
-Paint finish type- Siliconized polyester

*METAL COLORS

-Rustic red                -Burgundy
-Tan                          -Crimson red
-Hunter green           -Gallery blue
-Charcoal                  -Taupe
-Gray                         -Ivory
-Lt. Stone                  -Gold
-Burnished slate        -Black
-Brown                       -Brilliant white
-Alamo
-Forest green
-Ocean blue

Don't just throw your old windows away..paint and spruce up old windows for a fresh new outlook by turning them into an outdoor hideaway! Perfect for a DIY Project for your family this summer!

Heat/Air loss -lots of it- escaping from old windows...Don't let this happen to you! Give us a call and we'll fix your home right up with our energy-efficient and affordable Vinyl Windows!! 704-434-9900

Many styles to choose from that fits your needs perfectly!! Call today

Let us help you get your house ready for the summer! FREE estimates! 704-434-9900

Another morning for H&M Industries to help you with all your home improvement needs..Vinyl Windows to make the sun shine brighter, Vinyl Siding for all to see, and Metal Roofing for those leaky roofs! Call today for your free estimate...704-434-9900

You know the drill...bright and early!! See 

ya'll then!! God Bless

Open up your home and let the sunshine 

in!!

Face the facts, your spending way too much on energy costs these days!! H&M has single-hung, double-hung, sliders,bay, bow, etc.. Everybody like saving money so why not come check out our energy-efficient windows, and start saving money today!! FREE estimates, 704-434-9900

H&M does a little bit of everything, but did you know that we could do this for you and your home? Questions?!?, Comments?!? Give us a call today for your free estimate!! 704-434-9900

H&M Industries, ready to serve you!! Vinyl Windows, Vinyl Siding, Metal Roofing and siding, plus more, AND all your Mobile Home Supplies!! Come check us out today for your free estimate!!! 704-434-9900

Now thats good ole' country living!!! H&M Industries can help you make your dreams a reality with our top of the line Vinyl windows, Vinyl Siding, Metal Roofing, etc.,for your home improvement or mobile home supply needs.

Let the sound of the rain sweep you away, and make your days more peaceful with our top of the line metal roofing this spring/summer!! Call or come visit us for a FREE estimate today...704-434-9900

Wake up with H&M Industries this mornin'! It may be wet and dreary outside, but don't let that stop you from doing what needs to be done. Check your windows and check for leaks, roof too!!...See anything?!?...Well if so, give us a call or visit today and we'll get you set for the rainy weather!! 704-434-9900, with your FREE estimate today

This can be a great, yet simple addition to any home..Liven up your space today..Call us, Visit us, or go to our website and see different variations of our Vinyl Windows, Siding, and Roofing!!! 704-434-9900

Out with the old and in with the 

new!!!...transform your house with OUR new 

Vinyl Windows, Siding, and Roofing...Turn 

your old windows into a DIY project for you 

and your family....call now for free 

estimates..704-434-9900

Rise and Shine!! H&M Industries for your Vinyl Windows, Vinyl Siding, Metal Roofing..and more!!! Come by for your free estimate today! 704-434-9900

Have a GREAT weekend 

everybody!!...Don't 4get H&M 

Industries will be open 8:00 a.m. 

Monday morning if you miss us 

today!!.. Don't go anywhere else 

for 

your home improvement 

needs..better quality, better prices, 

H&M Industries...704-434-

9900..FREE estimates

Open up your home and let the outside in 

with our High Quality Vinyl Windows,and 

Vinyl Siding.

WHOA!!... Your house can be breathtaking too!! Give us a call today and let us improve your home and your mood....FREE estimates..704-434-9900

Smile- That's the challenge today! 

Everyone needs a day where everything 

seems to be alright, and I was always told 

smiling at people can make they're day 

brighter, and make them feel better, so 

everyone you see, give em' your best 

smile, it might make you feel better too!!