Of the hundreds of metal roofs we’ve installed at US Roofing, we can confidently say we have yet to see lightning strike a metal roof!
Despite that, there are a few common myths that exist about metal roofs — including that they attract lightning. However, you might be surprised to discover that a metal roof may be the safest roofing material to protect your home in a storm.
If you’re considering a metal roof for your home, keep reading to learn more about the benefits of a metal roof.
Does a Metal Roof Attract Lightning?
The myth that a metal roof attracts lightning probably stems from the notion that metal is conductive. While metal does conduct energy, it does not attract energy. That means the risk of a lightning strike is no more likely with metal roofing than with any other roofing material.
Is a Metal Roof Safe If Lightning Hits Your House?
A metal roof may be your safest bet if your house does happen to be struck by lightning. Why is this? Ultimately, lightning wants to reach the ground. Because metal is conductive, a metal roof can absorb and channel the energy from the lightning strike straight to the ground without issue.
In the unlikely event that lightning hits your house, a metal roof is also non-combustible. Because the most significant danger of lightning lies in the risk of a house fire, metal’s non-combustible nature and its ability to channel lightning strikes straight into the ground offer significant safety advantages for homeowners.
If you live in a storm-prone region and are concerned about the potential for a lightning strike, our experienced team can also install a lightning rod or lightning protection system for your peace of mind.
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Our friendly, customer-focused team has more than a decade of experience and hundreds of roof installation projects under our belts, so you can trust your home is in good hands with US Roofing. We’ll walk you through your roof replacement from start to finish, answering any similar questions or concerns you may have about metal roofs along the way.
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