US Metal Roofing

US Metal Roofing

US demand for metal roofing is forecast to grow at an annual average rate of 0.7% to 38.07 million squares in 2026. Gains will be restrained by the high levels of metal roofing demand in 2020 and 2021 that were attributable to increased housing construction and home renovations and several severe weather events. Market value will have a more positive outlook because:

•  metal prices will remain well above 2021 levels following a spike in 2022
•  use of less expensive metal products – like corrugated panels – is either slowing or outright declining while metal roofing products with enhanced performance and aesthetics become increasingly popular

Standing Seam Will See Above Average Gains in the Residential Market
Standing seam roofing will continue to capture a growing share of metal roofing demand as more homeowners chose to replace their asphalt shingle roofs with metal. Standing seam metal roofing is becoming favored by homeowners due to its:

•  resistance to uplift and leads, making it useful for homes located in storm-prone areas
•  ability to improve energy efficiency either through its cool roofing properties or when attached to insulation

Metal Shingles, Shakes, & Tiles Will Grow at the Fastest Rate of Any Metal Roofing Product
In the commercial and residential markets alike, metal shingles, shakes, and tiles see the fastest rate of growth:

•  In residential applications, growing demand for durable roofing products that are aesthetically pleasing and blend in with traditional home materials will be a driver.
•  In the commercial market, the lower prices of metal shingles, shakes, and tiles (compared to slate) will drive gains, specifically among institutional buildings like religious and university facilities.

Severe Weather & Warm Climate Create Demand for Metal Roofing in the South
The South will offer the best opportunities for metal roofing of any region, due to:

•  the frequency of severe weather, such as hurricanes, which produce strong winds in the region – homeowner demand for wind- and heavy rain-resistant roofing supports demand for metal roofing products, especially in coastal regions
•  the region’s hot summer climate that creates demand for cool roofing products such as metal roofing, which reflects sun rays and lowers the amount of heat absorbed by the roof, thus reducing energy costs

Study Description
This Freedonia industry study analyzes the $5.3 billion US market for metal roofing. It presents historical demand data (2011, 2016, and 2021) and forecasts (2026 and 2031) as well as annual data for years 2018-2025. Unit demand and value demand data is shown for roofing by product type (standing seam, metal shingle, metal shake, metal tile, corrugated panel) and market (new and reroofing demand in both residential and commercial buildings). The study also evaluates company market share and competitive analysis on industry competitors including BlueScope Steel, Carlisle SynTec, Cornerstone, Elevate, Kingspan, and Nucor.