Don't Let the Next Storm Find the Weak Spot.

A few dollars in maintenance today can save thousands in repairs tomorrow.

Whether you're preparing for hurricane season along the Gulf Coast or bracing for snow, ice, and high winds across the Texas Panhandle to Colorado, now is the perfect time to inspect your metal roof or building before severe weather arrives. Most costly leaks don't begin with major damage... they start with small issues like backed-out screws, deteriorated sealant, damaged flashing, or worn closure strips that allow water and wind to work their way into the roof system. Industry roofing experts consistently emphasize that regular inspections and routine maintenance are essential for maximizing the life of a metal roofing system and preventing expensive repairs.

At Metal Mart, we have everything you need to restore your roof to like-new condition. From oversized replacement screws, premium sealants, foam closures, and custom trim to replacement metal panels and complete roofing systems. We can help you stop small problems before they become major repairs. A few hours of preventative maintenance today could save thousands of dollars in storm damage tomorrow. Don't wait until the next storm finds the weak spot—inspect it, repair it, and protect it now.

Roof Inspection Checklist

How to Inspect Your Metal Roof Before Severe Weather

Before storm season arrives, take time to inspect your roof and building for potential problem areas.

1. Inspect fasteners. Look for screws that have backed out, are loose, rusted, or have cracked rubber washers. Replace damaged fasteners with the proper oversized replacement screws when needed.
2. Check sealants. Examine sealant around roof penetrations, skylights, vents, ridge caps, and flashing. Replace any sealant that is cracked, dried out, or pulling away.
3. Inspect trim and flashing. Look for bent, loose, or missing trim pieces around eaves, ridges, valleys, corners, doors, and windows where wind-driven rain can enter.
4. Check closure strips. Verify that foam closures are still intact and sealing openings against water, insects, and wind.
5. Inspect metal panels. Look for dents, punctures, corrosion, loose laps, or damaged panels. Small sections can often be replaced without replacing the entire roof.
6. Look inside the building. Water stains, rust, damp insulation, or daylight shining through are signs that repairs should be made immediately.
7. Repair problems before storms arrive. Addressing minor issues now helps prevent leaks, structural damage, insulation loss, and costly emergency repairs later.



Always use proper fall protection or hire a qualified contractor when inspecting a roof.

We're Hiring in Alvin, Texas!

Metal Mart's Alvin, TX location is looking for an energetic, customer-focused Store Manager to join our team! If you have leadership experience, enjoy working with people, and have a passion for serving customers in the construction or building materials industry, we'd love to hear from you.



As part of the McElroy Metal family, you'll enjoy a competitive compensation package, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement benefits—including our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving you the opportunity to become an employee-owner and share in the company's success. If you're ready to build a rewarding career with a company that values integrity, teamwork, and customer service, apply today at McElroyMetal.com/About/Employment.