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Standing Seam & Metal Roofing in San Diego
Standing-seam, corrugated, and stone-coated steel metal roofing systems built for coastal California. Class-A fire rated, energy efficient, and engineered to last 50+ years — perfect for modern architecture and fire-zone properties.
24-gauge and 22-gauge standing-seam panels
Kynor 500 / PVDF factory finish — 40-year color warranty
Corrugated and stone-coated steel options
Class-A fire rated — required in Poway, Ramona, and CAL FIRE zones
Cool-roof rated — Title 24 compliant
50+ year lifespan with minimal maintenance
About Our Metal Roofing Service
Metal roofing has moved from agricultural buildings to some of the most architecturally significant homes in San Diego. Its Class-A fire rating makes it ideal for inland fire-zone properties, its solar-reflective coatings meet Title 24 without added cool-roof underlayments, and its 50+ year lifespan makes it the lowest lifecycle cost of any residential roofing system.
Best For
Modern and contemporary architecture, mid-century modern remodels, inland fire-zone properties requiring Class-A materials, and homeowners prioritizing 50+ year lifespan.
Recent Standing Seam Metal Roof Installations
Real San Diego projects photographed by our crews — standing seam panels, skylight curb flashing, custom fascia metal, and penetration-free solar mounting.
Our Process
Metal roofing requires precise field measurement and shop-fabricated panels. We laser-measure the roof, order factory-formed panels from CoolR, McElroy, or ATAS, and install with concealed clip fastening — no exposed screws through the panel face.
Warranty
40-year Kynar finish warranty, 50-year substrate warranty, plus our workmanship warranty.
Metal Roofing Guides from Our Roofers
- Materials · 10 min readMetal Roof San Diego: Cost, Types & 2026 Buyer's GuideEverything San Diego homeowners need before buying a metal roof — standing seam vs exposed fastener, 2026 cost per square foot, Title 24 cool-roof rebates, lifespan, and installer vetting.Read the guide
- Materials · 7 min readMetal Roofing on the San Diego Coast: Does Salt Air Really Kill It?La Jolla to Oceanside — the truth about metal roofing near the Pacific. Which alloys survive, which finishes fail in five years, and what to specify for coastal homes.Read the guide
- Materials · 8 min readMetal Roofing in Oceanside: The Coastal Salt-Air Guide (2026)Which metal alloys and Kynar finishes actually survive Oceanside's coastal salt air — gauge specs, warranties, and installer red flags for 2026.Read the guide
- Rebates · 7 min readCalifornia Cool-Roof Rebates & Title 24 Explained (2026)How Title 24 compliance and California utility rebates can offset thousands on a new roof — what qualifies as a cool roof, how much you get back, and how to claim it in San Diego.Read the guide
Storm, Wind & Hail Damage to Metal Roofing
Storm season is when metal roofing problems show up first. If wind, rain, or hail hit your San Diego roof, start here:
- Storm Damage Roof Repair in San DiegoAtmospheric-river leaks, lifted underlayment, and insurance-claim documentation handled end to end.See storm repair options
- Wind Damage Roof Repair in San DiegoSanta Ana wind events, broken seal strips, displaced tile, and torn ridge caps repaired fast.See storm repair options
- Hail Damage Roof Repair in San DiegoBruised shingles, fractured tile, and dented metal documented for adjusters with photo evidence.See storm repair options
Price Match Promise
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Upload any written quote from a licensed C-39 roofing contractor with 3+ years in business — we verify the license with the CSLB and come back with a lower fixed price on the same scope.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is metal roofing loud in the rain?
No — modern metal roofs installed over solid decking with proper underlayment are quieter than most shingle roofs. The 'tin roof' sound comes from open-frame agricultural installations, not residential systems.
Does metal roofing attract lightning?
No. Metal roofing does not increase lightning risk — if anything, it dissipates strikes more safely than combustible materials.
How much does a metal roof cost in San Diego?
24-gauge standing-seam installations in San Diego typically run $18–$30 per square foot installed; stone-coated steel runs $12–$20; corrugated agricultural-grade panels start around $9. Coastal salt zones require upgraded fasteners, which we include in every proposal.
How long does a metal roof last?
Standing-seam and stone-coated metal roofs installed with proper underlayment and stainless fasteners routinely last 50+ years. The factory Kynar/PVDF paint finish carries a 40-year color warranty from most manufacturers.
Will a metal roof rust near the coast?
Not when specified correctly. For La Jolla, Del Mar, Coronado, and other salt-air zones we specify aluminum panels or G-90 galvanized steel with PVDF finish and stainless fasteners — engineered specifically for marine exposure.
Does metal roofing lower cooling bills?
Yes. Reflective PVDF metal roofs meet California Title 24 cool-roof requirements and typically cut summer attic temperatures by 20–40°F versus dark asphalt, reducing HVAC runtime in inland San Diego homes.
Can I install solar panels on a standing-seam metal roof?
Yes — standing-seam is the ideal solar substrate. S-5! and similar seam clamps attach directly to the panel rib without a single roof penetration, protecting the 50-year metal warranty.
Is a metal roof approved in fire-zone areas like Poway and Ramona?
Yes. Standing-seam and stone-coated steel carry Class-A fire ratings and are on CAL FIRE's list of recommended assemblies for Wildland-Urban Interface zones including Poway, Ramona, Alpine, and Jamul.
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