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Homeowner's Guide to Metal Shingle Roofs

What a LUXR roof is, how it performs, what to ask your contractor and how to prepare for installation day.

Redefining the modern metal shingle.

LUXR makes one precision-engineered, low-profile metal shingle. It gives a home the clean shadow lines of an architectural shingle with the strength of 26-gauge steel.

Why the flat profile matters

A low, non-wavy profile suits modern and traditional homes alike, without the weight of slate or tile.

Built for the elements

Interlocking panels and matched flashing shed water. Class A fire assemblies use a fire-rated underlayment; wind and impact testing is in progress.

Lighter than slate or clay

Steel shingles weigh far less than slate or clay tile, which matters for older framing and roof-overs.

Low maintenance

Periodic debris checks and a garden-hose rinse keep the finish clean. No pressure washers.

Hiring a contractor

Questions to ask before you sign.

  1. Are you a LUXR certified installer?

  2. Will you tear off or install over my existing roof, and why?

  3. Which underlayment will you use, and where will the ice & water shield go?

  4. Will you use only LUXR trim and flashing?

  5. How many screws per panel? (LUXR's minimum is 4; 7 is recommended.)

  6. How will you protect my landscaping, siding, and gutters?

Project preparation

Your pre-installation checklist.

A starting point to prepare your home. It doesn't replace your contractor's plan or local building codes.

  • Choose your color with free sample chips

  • Photograph your siding, gutters and fascia before work starts

  • Move vehicles, patio furniture and fragile items away from the house

  • Keep children and pets clear of the work zone

  • Agree on daily start times and debris cleanup

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