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Lighting strikes down in between two metal roofs

Are Metal Roofs Susceptible to Lightning?

Metal Roofs, FAQs and How-Tos, Roofing Materials and Technology, Safety and Compliance, Weather Impact and Preparation

The most perpetuated myth, by far, about metal roofing is that it leaves your house susceptible to lightning strikes.

Before we cover why metal roofing absolutely does not increase your home’s risk of being struck by lightning, let’s make sure we’re on the same page about what standing seam metal roofing is.