Metal Roofing Panels for Reno & Truckee
Metal roofing panels for Reno and Truckee: cut-to-length standing seam and exposed-fastener panels, matching trim, and flashings supplied from our Reno shop.
Metal Roofing Supply for Reno & Truckee
Pro Form Metals fabricates and supplies metal roofing materials for Reno, Truckee, and Sierra projects. We do not provide roof installation. Bring us your plans or measurements and we can supply cut-to-length standing seam or exposed-fastener panels, plus the matching trim and flashings that finish the roof system. Your roofing contractor handles installation.
For Reno projects, material packages are prepared from our local shop. For Truckee projects, we coordinate pickup or job-site delivery for larger orders, with panels and fabricated pieces grouped for the project. See the details of our Truckee metal roofing supply and the standing seam versus exposed-fastener guide before choosing a profile.
- Standing seam profiles
- Exposed-fastener panels
- Multiple gauge options
- Color-matched to your project
- Snow load and wind rated
- 24-gauge and 26-gauge steel options
- Kynar 500 and SMP coating systems
How We Fabricate & Supply It
We start with your roof plans or field measurements - pitch, dimensions, penetrations, and valleys all affect panel layout and trim requirements. We help you select the right panel profile based on roof pitch, building use, and design goals. Panels are ordered cut to length to minimize waste and field cuts. We then fabricate matching ridge cap, drip edge, valleys, wall flashings, pipe boots, and custom transitions. The resulting material package is ready for your contractor to install.
Mountain roofs need particular attention to snow retention and flashing details. For Truckee and Tahoe work, review our snow-load guide for Reno, Truckee, and Tahoe and guide to snow guards on metal roofs with your project team.
Material Options & Selection
We supply panels in steel and aluminum. Steel panels are available in 24-gauge (heavier, more rigid) and 26-gauge (lighter, more economical). Coating systems include Kynar 500/Hylar 5000 PVDF (premium, 40-year color warranty) and SMP (standard, 25-year warranty). Aluminum panels are lighter and naturally corrosion-resistant - a good choice for coastal or high-moisture environments. Standing seam panels interlock without exposed fasteners, providing superior weather resistance. Exposed-fastener panels use neoprene-washer screws and are faster to install at lower cost.
Metal Sales Manufacturing - Authorized Distributor
We're an authorized distributor for Metal Sales Manufacturing, the largest metal roof and wall panel manufacturer in the U.S. That means access to their full catalog of panel profiles - Classic Rib, Pro-Panel II, Seam-Loc 24, PBR-Panel, corrugated, and more - in 16+ standard colors with PVDF and Colorfast45 finish options. Manufactured at their California facilities and shipped direct to our Reno shop.
What to Send for a Roofing Material Quote
1. Roof Plan or Measurements
Send roof plans or field dimensions showing slopes, eaves, rakes, ridges, valleys, and penetrations.
2. Panel Selection
Identify the panel profile, gauge, finish, and color, or ask us to review available supply options.
3. Trim List
Include ridge, eave, rake, valley, wall, curb, and penetration details needed by your roofing contractor.
4. Pickup or Delivery
Provide the project location and whether the material package will be picked up or needs delivery coordination.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's better - standing seam or exposed-fastener?
Standing seam panels are the premium choice. Concealed fasteners eliminate potential leak points and allow thermal expansion. They're the standard for residential homes and any project where appearance and longevity matter. Exposed-fastener panels are more economical and work well for agricultural buildings, shops, and garages.
What gauge metal roofing should I use?
24-gauge steel is the industry standard for quality residential roofing - it's more rigid, handles foot traffic better during maintenance, and resists denting. 26-gauge is acceptable for budget projects, shops, and outbuildings. We don't recommend going lighter than 26-gauge for any roofing application.
How long does a metal roof last?
A properly installed metal roof with quality panels and trim lasts 40 to 70+ years. Kynar-coated steel panels carry 40-year color warranties. The panels themselves often outlast the warranty. Metal roofing outlasts asphalt shingles by 2 to 3 times.
Can you supply panels for a re-roof over existing shingles?
In many cases, yes. Metal panels can be installed over existing asphalt shingles with proper underlayment and battens. We supply the panels and trim - your roofer handles the structural assessment and installation. Local code may limit the number of roof layers, so verify with your building department.
Do metal roofs work in heavy snow?
Metal roofs are excellent in snow country. The smooth surface sheds snow effectively, reducing accumulation. Standing seam panels handle snow load well due to their structural rigidity. We frequently supply panels for Truckee and Lake Tahoe homes that see 300+ inches of snow per year. Snow guards are recommended to control snow release.
What colors are available?
Hundreds of colors across multiple coating systems. The most popular choices for Northern Nevada and Tahoe include Charcoal Gray, Matte Black, Dark Bronze, Burnished Slate, and Galvalume (unpainted zinc-aluminum). We keep the most common colors in stock for faster turnaround. More Services
What metal roof color fades least in high-altitude sun?
Lighter colors and premium PVDF (Kynar) paint systems hold color best under the intense UV at Reno and Tahoe elevations. Darker colors show fade sooner, especially budget polyester paint. Every panel line we supply is available in PVDF finishes rated for high-UV climates.
How do I stop ice dams on a metal roof?
Ice dams usually trace back to attic heat loss and poor eave detailing rather than the panels themselves. Proper underlayment, ventilation, snow guards to control shedding, and correctly formed eave and valley flashings make the difference - the flashings are exactly what we custom-form to fit your roof.
Project Stories

Project Story: Standing Seam Trim and Flashing Package for a Reno Roof
A complete trim package for a Reno standing seam roof, including custom eave, rake, ridge, valley, wall flashing, and a matching chimney cap.
- 24-gauge steel matched to the roof panels
- Profiles bundled by roof plane
- Matching standing-seam chimney cap

Project Story: Snow Guards Fabricated for Lake Tahoe Metal Roofs
A run of custom snow guards for metal roofs around Lake Tahoe, fabricated for the panel profile and finished to match the roofing.
- Made for the specific panel profile
- Finish matched to the roofing
- Batch checked against a first article