Standing seam metal roofs have long been popular for their aesthetics and long-term performance characteristics, particularly their strength, durability and low maintenance costs. Their high recycled content, total recyclability and energy efficiency allow "cool metal roofs" to play a pivotal role in meeting Energy Star and LEED requirements.

Standing seam metal roofs are synonymous with strength and durability and have a service life of 50+ years. Consequently, the life cycle costs are substantially lower than conventional roofing materials, making a metal roof an extremely cost effective roofing solution.