GREENSBURG, Pa., March 6, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- MyContractor.com, Inc., a leading nationwide full-service home improvement and remodeling company, today announced it has introduced a new line of premium Stone-Coated Steel Roofing manufactured by the Gerard Roofing Technologies division of Metals USA, Inc.
New Energy-Loc(TM) roofing combines contemporary beauty with extreme weather and fire protection for California homeowners. Made of rugged steel and covered in real crushed stone, with an acrylic over-glaze and corrosion inhibitors added, it offers five popular design profiles with warranted lifetime protection against:
* Fire and airborne embers (with a UL Class "A" Fire Rating)
* Extreme high winds (rated up to 120 MPH) and
* Large hail (up to 2.5", with a UL2218 Class 4 Hailstone Warranty).
Durable Energy-Loc Stone-Coated Steel (SCS) panels, offered in deep and rich designer Shake, Tile, and Architectural Shingle profiles, are lightweight (only 1.4 lbs. per square foot) yet extremely tough and install over most existing roofs -- and the patented interlocking fastening system offers superior protection against lift-offs, wind-driven embers and storm water penetration.
"No other roofing system available today offers this level of durability, protection and beauty," states Ron Anderson, Director of Sales for Gerard Roofing Technologies. "In addition to manufacturing the finest roof in the industry for MyContractor.com, we are also providing their customers with the industry's absolute best fully-transferable, non-prorated lifetime warranty."
According to the Metal Roofing Alliance, for a multitude of reasons -- ranging from wildfires (that ignite wood shingles) and earthquakes (that collapse tile roofs) in California to devastating and repetitive hurricanes and hailstorms in Florida, Texas and Southern Gulf States -- the number of homes with steel roofs has doubled in recent years, and the MRA projects ongoing growth rates of 20 to 25 percent annually.
"Stone-coated Steel roofing is experiencing immense growth because of its superior protection and numerous outstanding benefits...that even include potential insurance discounts, energy-savings and increased value at time of resale," notes MyContractor.com spokesperson, Gary Iskra. "Our new Energy-Loc roofing line is an exciting and important addition to our increasing spectrum of beautiful, low-maintenance and money-saving home improvement services for 2007...and we are very pleased to make this introduction."
About MyContractor.com, Inc.
MyContractor.com, Inc., is a fast-growing nationwide full-service home improvement and remodeling company, founded by seasoned industry experts, created to make home improvement projects of any size and scope -- and the entire process of remodeling and/or renovation -- an easy, affordable and enjoyable experience. Currently, with a strong presence in California and Pennsylvania, the company provides a broad range of exterior and interior services -- from roofing, siding and texture coatings, windows and doors, decks, sunrooms and patio enclosures to kitchen remodeling / re-facing and bathroom renovation -- all featuring quality brand name products; bonded, licensed and experienced workmanship; "start-to-finish" personal project managers; and backed with an impressive roster of highly qualified, skilled craftsmen and an industry exclusive "Satisfaction Guarantee Money-Back Pledge" based on customer satisfaction with completed projects. For more information call 1-888-836-8989 or visit www.MyContractor.com .
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About Gerard Roofing Technologies
Gerard Roofing Technologies, a division of Metals USA, Inc., manufactures and distributes Stone Coated Roofing Systems through its California, Florida and Texas facilities. Its exclusive interlocking panels have been tested in extreme weather conditions including up to 120 M.P.H. winds, hail, snow, earthquakes and fire. For more information, call 800-541-7663 or www.gerardusa.com .
About Metals USA, Inc.
Metals USA provides a wide range of products and services in the heavy carbon steel, flat-rolled steel, specialty metals, and building products markets. The information contained in this release is limited and the Company encourages interested parties to read the Company's historic Form 10-K and 10-Qs which are on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission for more complete information. Additionally, copies of the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission together with press releases and other information investors may find of benefit can be found at the Company's website at www.metalsusa.com .