Year: 2017

Ewing Farm near Wooster, Ohio has been in the family for over 200 years

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Ewing Farm near Wooster, Ohio has been in the family for over 200 yearsGalvalume Weather Lock 26Ga

Few things now days last for 50 years, and the fact that something has been in the same family for over 200 years is an amazing fact. William Ewing purchased 2,000 acres near Wooster OH in 1812, and that property has remained in the family until this day. Altho there have been improvements and renovations made over the years, many of the structures remain.

In the life of a farmer, the barn is a very important structure and a staple to the farmer’s way of life. The original barn that was on the Ewing property burned to the ground in 1939 because of a lightning strike. At that time the Ewing barn was the largest barn in all of Wayne County, so it was a loss of epic proportions. As was the custom in that day, everyone in the area was willing to volunteer and rebuild the structure, however, because of the cost that was involved, the barn that was rebuilt was smaller than the original one.Galvalume Weatherlock Plus

Five years ago, the family decided to update the home that was located on the property. Among the many things that they upgraded they lifted the home, and dug a new basement under the home. They also installed a new metal roof on the home and added a lot of details to the exterior. In October of 2016, the owners turned their focus to the Barn. There was an addition that was added to the side, the roofing was replaced with Galvalume Standing Seam, and a number of other improvements were made. Throughout the entire prosses, the family was concerned in maintaining the timeless style that the original buildings were designed to have. Classic Metals was privileged to be involved in manufacturing the Standing seam for the Barn On-Site, and the project went very well.

All of us here at Classic Metals and First Choice Exteriors, want to Congratulate the Ewing Family on a beautiful property and wish  you all many more years of enjoyment.Home

 

Polk Church of Christ, has stood the test of Time

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Polk Church of Christ, has stood the test of Time

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In this modern time of fast paced technology, and disposable products, it feels refreshing to hear about a Church / Congregation that has stood the test of time. One of those examples is the Church of Christ in Polk Oh. The current church building itself was built in 1906, however the congregation was founded by Thomas Campbell, and his son Alexander in 1840. Starting in about 1860 the congregation started regular monthly meetings, and in 1870 they decided to erect a church building. Jacob B. Fast, a carpenter from Troy Township built the church for $1,500.00 and dedicated it on February 19 1871.

 

 

 

 

 

There were many hard times and good times throughout the years, and in 1890 it looked like the church might dissolve into the pages of history, however on July 28th 1897, five woman convened to form the Ladies Aid Society with a goal to secure a suitable place to hold preaching services in Polk. Through much determination, fundraising and hard work they raised the funds needed to build a new church building in January 1906. A few of the costs of interest that were involved were an Organ– $34.48, 8 dozen chairs–$41.56, Hymnals–$8.00, and the land for–$250.00.Polk Church Steeple 2

Classic Metals was contacted when the time came to replace the existing asphalt shingle roofing with a 24ga Standing seam roof. One of the challenges to the project, was the fact that the steeple roof was curved, and the question was asked if it was possible to install steel roofing in such a application. We worked with the installers to calculate the amount of curve that was needed, and then manufactured the panels in-house to those specs. A big advantage that Classic Metals was able to provide, is that the curving is done at our location, rather then shipping the material from another source. The final project came together very nicely, and the congregation of the church could not be more pleased with the final outcome.

If you happen to be in the Polk Ohio area, be sure to stop by, or attend a service, and take part is a piece of history that has stood the test of time, and been in operation for over 150 years.

Service times are as follows……Sunday School–9:30, Morning Worship–10:30, Bible Study ( Second Sunday of the Month )–11:30

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Hand Seamed Metal, is replaced with Terracotta Standing Seam

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Hand Seamed Metal, is replaced with Terracotta Standing Seam

Metal roofing has made drastic improvements in design and longevity in the last 40 years, and this fact was proven once again at a image1job site that we visited a few weeks ago. The existing roofing that was on the home of Dave and Heidi Scherpelz was Galvanized Hand Seamed Standing Seam Roofing. This type of steel roofing has yearly maintenance that is needed in order for the roof to last long term. Every year the seams need to be re-crimped and sealed with a special sealer and the roof need to be inspected for leaks. Over the years some of these steps had been neglected, and the roof was slowly deteriorating.

“This home is located on a hill, and we  experience very high winds on a regular basis”, the owner Heidi told me.  ” I guess we did not really realize how bad the roof was, until after a hard storm, I counted 40 leaks”. It was then that Heidi began the process of finding a roofing installer that they could trust, and began making decisions on the style and color of roof that they wanted. They interviewed a lot of roofing contractors and they quickly felt comfortable with Hochstedler & Sons Construction, located in Gambier Oh. “Paul from Hochstedler answered all of our questions and with the experience that they had as a company, we knew that they House3would do a great job”.House1

As they discussed the different options in metal roofing, Heidi pointed out that with the high winds that they receive, they needed something that would stand the test of time. The 16″ wide Weatherlock panel was decided on because of its high wind resistance, and how its appearance stayed true to the style and design that the original home builder had in mind. “Picking a color was hard” Heidi said “but that is where Google was our friend, when we wondered how a color combination would look, we searched for it on Google images, and that really helped us make our decision”.

House4Hochstedler and Sons did a really great job on the installation, and everyone is really pleased with how it turned out. They really took their time and paid attention to the details, and that is really important for a completed job to look its best. Congratulations to Dave and Heidi on a great looking home, and a roofing system that is designed in such a way, that yearly maintenance is now a thing of the past.House5

Karen’s Kids Campus provides children daycare Morrow county

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Karen’s Kids Campus provides children daycare Morrow county

When we take the time to evaluate the things in our life that are really important, family is definitely on the top of the list. It is for this reason that when the time comes to choose a daycare provider for our children, the decision should not be made lightly.Day Care Front

Karen’s Kids Campus is located on 63 Sportsmans Dr., Marengo, OH 43334 and specializes on providing daycare services and preschool to children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. They are fully licensed and offer a variety of services and benefits to the surrounding areas. They specialize in Daycare, Preschool, and Before / After school care. They also can provide bus services to the highland schools which really provides another layer of convenience for everyone. The slogan that Karen’s Kid Campus operates by is ” To Teach is to Change Lives ” and everyone that is on staff, believes and operates this way.

Day Care TopKaren’s Kids Campus began March 1st 2015 at a different location, and then moved to the current location close to Interstate 71 in early 2016. Classic Metals was involved in manufacturing the Standing Seam for the building that they are currently in and worked closely with the roofing installer. The roofing that was chosen was the weatherlock  16 inch wide panel, manufactured on-site in a 26ga custom red color and it was installed by Schwartz Quality Construction located in Marengo Oh. They did a awesome job with the install, and really took the time to insure that everything was installed correctly.

If you would like more information regarding Karen’s Kid Campus you can call 419-253-7400 or visit their website.

 

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Custom Colored Standing Seam installed on Health Center in Marengo OH

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Custom Colored Standing Seam installed on Health Center in Marengo OH

There are many choices when it comes to where we go to receive healthcare, however there are always healthcare facility’s that stand out among the rest. That decision has become a little easier to make if you live in the Marengo Ohio area.

In 2013 the Morrow County Hospital at the Cardinal Center was built with the intention to provide high quality healthcare to the area. During the planning phases, the decision was made to pursue Standing Seam Roofing, however the exterior designer was looking for a bright red color that was not available as a standard color. That is where Classic Metals was contacted to look at the color that was needed, and pursue the option of painting a custom color. The custom color was painted, and then later, the panels were manufactured on the jobsite by Classic Metals. The Standing Seam Panels were installed by Schwartz QuaHospital Toplity Construction, located in Marengo Ohio.

Essentra Pharmacy is also located in the same building, which really helps to make filling prescriptions a breeze. At Essentra Pharmacy, they strive to have the feeling of a hometown pharmacy, while still providing the most advanced products, services, and information that is available. They also understand that time is precious, so they work efficiently to get your prescriptions ready in a quick, but safe, manner.

If you are looking for high quality dental care in the Marengo area, then Cardinal Family Dental, which is also located in the same building near the intersection of I-71 and SR 61 is the place to go. Dr. Lenz and Dr. Meers will treat you like family, and are on the cutting edge when it comes to Dental treatments and procedures. From exams and cleanings, to root canals or extractions, the staff at Cardinal Family Dental will treat you with honest and thoughtful care.

The entire facility has really been a asset to the area, and Classic Metals is proud to have played a part in the construction and completion of this project.

Asphalt Shingles need replacement after only 12 Years

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Asphalt Shingles need replacement after only 12 Years

When Gene and Barb Wintersole originally purchased their home, they were not aware that a roof replacement was in their near 26 ga Slatefuture, however, there was no way to avoid it. Several years after purchasing the home, they realized that the asphalt shingles were deteriorating fast, after being installed for less than 12 years. They attempted to contact the shingle manufacturer for a warranty claim, but were told that because they were not the original owners, the roof was no longer under warranty. As they considered the roofing options that were available, they made contact with Aaron from Quality Roofing, a roofing installer from Big Prairie Ohio. Aaron explained the advantages of a Standing Seam metal roof and the decision was made to install the 16″ Weatherlock Panel in 26 Gauge Slate Gray. The installation went great, and they were very pleased with the final product.

Gene informed me that almost everyone on their block has had to replace their roof since they have lived there. Some of the neighbors have replaced their roofs with asphalt shingles, but it just does not make sense to install a asphalt shingle, and have it only last for 12 years. If you look at the big picture, in the long run a metal roof is far cheaper.

Gene WintersoleOne of the things that Gene does currently to stay busy is to take photo’s of the surrounding Amish community, and a number of his photo’s have been used in magazines and newspapers. You can view some of the photo’s that he has taken at www.eightlake.smugmug.com.

We appreciate the opportunity to work with Gene and Barb in order to make the roof on their home, the LAST thing that they need to worry about.Slate

 

Trump Pledges to stop Steel Dumping in the United States

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Trump Pledges to stop Steel Dumping in the United States

President Donald Trump has pledged to end Steel Dumping in the United States, using both quotas and tariffs according to a transcript that was released July 13th. “Steel is a big problem. Steel is–I mean, they’re dumping steel. Not only China, but others. We’re like a dumping ground, OK? They’re dumping steel and destroying our steel industry, they’ve been doing it for decades, and I’m stopping it. It’ll stop”, he told reporters on Air Force One on July 12th.

What is Section 232?

In 1947—23 nations signed the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), which in 1995 became The World Trade Organization, now with a roster of 163 countries. With the rest of the world’s major economies reeling from the destruction of WWII, American participation in GATT was both an act of generosity and of self-interest: We needed a recovered world with which to trade. To get agreement on GATT, the drafters had to include an escape clause: If imports threaten national security, the importing country can levy super-high tariffs on those products. In the United States, Section 232 of the deceptively named Trade Expansion Act of 1962 allows the president to initiate an investigation to determine whether our security is indeed threatened by imports, which threat can include “substantial unemployment … decrease in government revenue … displacement of any domestic products by excessive imports,” among other impacts. This broad definition of a threat makes the policy options virtually unlimited. President Trump has instructed U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Wilber Ross to compile a report showing whether steel imports trigger Section 232. This report is due within a week.

What will happen if Section 232 is implemented.Steel

No-one knows what President Trump will do, if the report shows that Section 232 can be implemented. He has talked in the past of placing a 20% tariff on for steel, however that would be very drastic. There is no doubt that if large tariffs or quota’s are placed on steel imports across the board, there will be a shortage of raw steel and the cost of steel products will rise. Here are a few quotes by people that are involved in the steel industry.

• Domestic steel mills will have less competition so their prices will increase. In turn, this will make the finished goods product that we produce more expensive than the same part being imported from China. Buyers will buy the less expensive product made in China and we will lose jobs.

• If Section 232 passes, domestics will follow with a round of large increases and it will send our industry into a self-made recession because people will stop buying and put projects on hold.

• It will force 100 percent dependency on domestic Galvalume coil.

At Classic Metals we will be watching closely what will happen regarding Section 232, and will be sure to inform everyone if we foresee long lasting effects because of this ruling. Feel free to give us a call if you have any questions.

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Maintenance-Free is the goal of new Standing Seam Roof

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Maintenance-Free is the goal of new Standing Seam Roof

When Rita Boyd began the process of building her new home, there were a number of things that were very important to her during the planing stages. One of the things that was important, was that the home would be built in such a way, that it would be as maintenance free as possible. When the time came to decide on a roofing material, there were several options to consider. Asphalt shingles would have been an easy choice, however, as Rita thought about it, she realized that asphalt shingles did not fit into the goal of reducing the maintenance that would be required in the future.Rita Boyd 2

In a previous home, Rita had the experience of needing to replace old asphalt shingles and had decided at that point to have a metal roof installed. She really liked how it had looked and had a good overall experience, so she decided to look at the options that Metal Roofing would provide on her new home. She was aware of the Ag Panel option, but did not feel comfortable with having exposed fasteners. Metal Shingles would have been really nice, but she was afraid that it would be out of her price range. After looking at the different Standing Seam profiles and colors, she decided to go with 24 gauge Matte Black, and the 1″ x 16″ Weatherlock panel. The raw steel was painted and slit by Shefield Metals, and Classic Metals manufactured the panels on the jobsite.

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Rita mentioned that she was very pleased with the final product. The Standing Seam was some more money up front, but in the long run it really costs less then asphalt shingles. We here at Classic Metals and First Choice Exteriors want to offer our Congratulations on her NEW Home. The black roof accents the red siding very well, and really looks impressive.

Snow guards: Are they necessary on a Metal Roof?

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Snow guards: Are they necessary on a Metal Roof?

A question that we get asked a lot, is if it is really necessary to install snow guards on a metal roof. The short answer is that it depends where you live. Lets unpack some of the information regarding snow guards.

What is the purpose:

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The purpose of snow guards is to hold accumulated snow on the roof, until it can slowly melt. Lets say that you live in a area that receives 4-6 inches of snowfall regularly. The snow can build up on your roof throughout the winter until there is 12″ or more accumulated. As the weather begins to warm, this accumulated snow can slide off the roof in large chucks, causing possible damage to gutters and personnel. If snow guards are installed, they prevent the snow from sliding, until it has a chance to melt.

What Damage can be Caused:

Depending on the situation, and the severity of the winter, the lack of snow guards can cause a lot of damage. Sliding snow and Ice can tear gutters off of your home, requiring new gutters to be installed. Chunks of snow can also slide off at the most inopportune times,inuring anyone that happens to be standing in its way. The last thing that you need is to have someone suing you because of being injured by sliding Snow and Ice.

What options of Snow Guards are available:Snowgem

There are several options of snow guards available depending on the style and look that you prefer. There are plastic snow gems that can be caulked, or screwed to the roofing surface. These are very economical and can be installed with little effort. There are also continuous bar options for both the Ag Panel and Standing Seam Roofing. These bar option are the cadillac of snow guards and are proven to work well in all conditions. If you are looking for a more decorative look, there are many options along that line as well.Snow 3ACE copy

In Summary:

Snow guards are something that can be overlooked at times, however, they play a important part in the performance of your roofing. Talk to your installer and be sure that this vital component is not neglected.

Be sure to give us a call if you have any question concerning your roof, and we will do our best to answer them for you.

 

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Why Textured Paint is changing the Metal Roofing Industry

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Why Textured Paint is changing the Metal Roofing Industry

Textured paint or Crinkle paint as it is sometimes called, is making a real impact on the metal roofing industry. There are several reasons for this and we want to outline a few of them for you. Textured painted metal will not replace the smooth coated products that have been used for years, however is is a very good option to look at, and in many ways it is a better option.

What is Textured Painted metal?

Textured painted metal was actually discovered by accident in a lab several years ago. The lab technician added a special catalyst to the standard paint formula and discovered that as the paint dried, the additional catalyst caused the paint surface to texture / wrinkle. This technique was refined and tested in order to achieve the highest quality and performance.

What are the improvements of Textured Paint?MetalStandingSeamRoof.com-Standing-Seam-Metal-Roof-r2

• Less Glare, The textured paint really minimizes the glare that a metal roof can inherently have. This lends to a overall better appearance.

• Better scratch resistance, Because the surface of the metal textured, it will resist small scuffs and scratches.

• Better traction, If you have ever needed to walk on a metal roof, you are aware that depending on the conditions, it can be difficult to maintain traction. The textured surface greatly improves that traction. This is a benefit for both the installers and the homeowners.

• Hides under decking imperfections, Because of the reduced glare of the textured metal, any substrate imperfections will be less noticeable.

More Information

Textured Painted metal is a really good option for someone that wants the long life of a metal roof, but wants something that has a lower gloss.

You can contact us if you are interested in more information, or would like to see a cost comparison for the textured paint in either the 29 Ga Ag Panel, or a 26 Ga standing seam. Our office number is 330-674-7051 we look forward to hearing from you.

 

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