Metal vs Tile Roofing: Which Suits Coastal Homes Best?
If you own a home on the Sunshine Coast, from Mooloolaba and Maroochydore to Noosa, Coolum and Caloundra, your roof faces a tougher environment than most. Salt-laden sea air, intense UV, summer storms, humidity and the occasional cyclone-season weather system all put pressure on roofing materials. Two options dominate the local market: metal roofing (typically steel or aluminium) and tile roofing (concrete or terracotta). This guide compares them across the factors that mat