Metal Wall Cladding Services – Residential
Metal wall cladding’s popularity has increased in New Zealand quite dramatically over a number of years in the residential sector. Whether it is chosen as a complete substitute for alternative options such as brick, timber, AAC or as part of mixed material design. It can be quite striking and offer a strong structural and modern approach.
Some benefits of metal wall cladding include
Highly durable & long lasting – Using the latest engineering techniques to harness the strength and durability of metals like aluminium, Colorcote and Colorsteel which can (with correct material selection) withstand the harsh New Zealand environment; including extreme winds, sea spray, high UV radiation. When properly installed & maintained (minimal), it can last for several decades, giving a great return on investment.
Minimal Maintenance – generally just some easy routine cleaning is all you need to keep your metal wall cladding in good condition. It is resistant to fire, rot, pests and fungal growth, eliminating the need for a lot of repairs or treatments that may come with other wall cladding material.
Design flexibility – allowing very creative, unique building design to evolve. Most metal wall cladding materials can be shaped, formed and finished in various ways that are not possible with other cladding materials therefore providing a wide design scope. Flexibility also flows to the colour, texture and profile offering customisation to match your design vision.
WARNING!
Choosing the right team for the installation of your metal wall cladding is crucial as it is a major feature of your home and can be absolutely stunning and enhance a beautiful property. However, there is a mastery to installing metal wall cladding well and if done without the required skill and experience there are some pitfalls that can leave your property with some noticeably unwanted results featuring your home.
The increase in metal wall cladding in New Zealand has seen a lot of roofers ‘give it a go’. Sometimes cheaply to try and save you dollar, but at what cost? Leave it to the specialised metal wall cladding installers, with proven results – you won’t be sorry!
Installation
At Weathermaster Roofing Canterbury, our professional wall cladding services include various metal profiles such as corrugate, trapezoidal, and hidden fixing clip systems (cliplock tray AND standing seam), together with custom flashings to complete your home in style. With our commitment to quality craftsmanship and solutions tailored to your desired vision & specifications, we ensure your walls will smoothly become strong and visually appealing features of your property, full of personality and modern appeal.
Consider Metal Wall Cladding For:
- New additions to your home – if you are extending
- Replacing inferior metal wall cladding
- Changing wall cladding materials – may require council consent (eg timber cladding to Colorsteel Cladding)
- New build – full metal wall cladding
- New build – partial metal wall cladding (in conjunction with other cladding materials eg brick, timber)
- Sheds, outbuildings
Some Issues seen as a result of Inadequate Installation Include:
- Less than desirable/incorrect flashings – visually undesirable and potential for weathertightness issues
- Damaged, dented, scratched cladding (difficult, expensive & time consuming to repair post installation)
- Rough, inaccurate cuts, slightly off-center/unaligned sheets
- Incorrect fixing/screwing
- Unnecessary amount of oil canning (on wide girth flashings & wall cladding panels ie tray, 5-Rib) resulting in a startling eye-sore, yet remaining functionable. Some amount of oil canning is expected in these installations, however, there should be numerous steps and installation methods to be taken to minimise.
It is always a good idea to ask for references or get addresses & drive by to see results first hand. Working with a company that has consistent results, highly skilled staff installing your metal wall cladding (not interchanging contractors) will undoubtedly help in receiving the outstanding result you deserve.
