Metal Roofing

Standing seam vs. exposed-fastener panel

The two main metal-roofing systems we install:

Standing seam. Premium choice. Fasteners are hidden inside the seam — no exposed screws, no rubber gaskets to degrade, no leak points. Snap-lock or mechanical seam. Smooth modern look. 50+ year warranty. This is what we install on most upscale residential and architectural commercial.

Exposed-fastener panel (R-panel, 5V-Crimp). More affordable, faster install, the look you see on most barns and agricultural buildings. Fasteners go through the panel with rubber washers — which means a 20-year reset schedule on the washers. Great for the right application.

For Miami homes, we recommend standing seam 9 times out of 10. For warehouses, AG, and budget-conscious commercial — panel can be the right call.

Why metal makes sense in Miami

• Lifespan. 50-70 years vs. 25 for shingle, vs. 50 for tile. The longest-lasting roof you can buy.
• Hurricane resilience. When installed with HVHZ-spec clips and pan widths, standing seam tests over 200mph wind uplift. We’ve had Duke metal roofs go through three named storms with zero damage.
• Energy. Cool-roof colored Kynar-coated metal reflects 60-80% of solar heat. Most customers see a 20-30% drop in summer cooling bills.
• Insurance. Most Florida carriers offer 10-30% premium discounts for hurricane-rated metal roofs.
• Resale. Adds documented home value at appraisal.

Pricing & timeline

Standing seam metal on a 2,400 sq ft Miami home: $28,000–$48,000. Exposed-fastener panel: $18,000–$28,000. Both include tear-off, hurricane-spec underlayment, and our 10-year workmanship warranty plus the 35–50 year manufacturer paint warranty.

Standing seam install: 5–10 working days. Panel: 3–5 days. We handle the permitting, inspections, and HOA approvals.

Areas we serve

We install and service metal roofing across all of Miami-Dade County and Broward County, including Miami, Hialeah, Coral Gables, Doral, Kendall, Homestead, Miami Beach, Aventura, North Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, Davie, Plantation, Sunrise, Miramar, and Weston.

Frequently asked questions

How long does a metal roofing project take?

Most metal roofing projects on a single-family Miami home are completed in 3–8 working days, depending on size, pitch, and deck condition. Commercial projects vary by square footage. We give you a written schedule before we start.

Do you handle the permits?

Yes — every Duke project includes Miami-Dade or Broward County permits, scheduling of the required city/county inspections, and final close-out documentation for your records and insurance carrier.

What warranty do you offer?

As a GAF Certified contractor we can offer manufacturer warranties up to 50 years on most metal roofing systems. Every Duke project also comes with our own 10-year workmanship warranty.

Do you offer financing?

Yes. We offer 0% APR for 18 months, low-monthly-payment plans, and no-money-down options. See our financing page for current programs.

How much does a metal roof cost in Miami?

Most standing-seam metal roofs in Miami run $12–$20 per square foot installed — $28,000–$48,000 for a typical 2,400 sq ft home. Exposed-fastener panel systems run $7.50–$12 per square foot ($18,000–$28,000). Every Duke quote includes tear-off, HVHZ-spec underlayment, permits, inspections, and both warranties, so the number you see is the number you pay.

How long does a metal roof last in South Florida?

A properly installed standing-seam roof lasts 50–70 years here — roughly two to three shingle roofs’ worth. Kynar-coated panels resist the UV and salt-air corrosion that shorten roof life near the coast, and the concealed-fastener design means there are no rubber washers to bake out in the Miami sun.

Will a metal roof lower my home insurance premium?

Usually, yes. Most Florida carriers offer 10–30% wind-mitigation discounts for a hurricane-rated metal roof. After final inspection we provide the documentation your wind-mitigation inspector needs, so your agent can apply every credit you qualify for.

Can you install metal over my existing shingles?

Not in our market. Miami-Dade and Broward sit in Florida’s High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, where code requires a full tear-off in nearly all cases — and that’s better roofing anyway, because it lets us inspect and re-nail the deck to current spec. Tear-off is already included in every Duke metal quote.

Is a metal roof worth it compared to shingle?

For most Miami homeowners planning to stay 10+ years, yes: two to three times the lifespan of shingle, 20–30% lower summer cooling bills with a cool-roof color, insurance discounts, and documented resale value. If you plan to sell within a few years, an architectural shingle or tile system may pencil out better — we’ll give you straight numbers for both.