A practical guide to panel profiles, gauges, finishes, trim, and pickup logistics — written for homeowners, contractors, and builders working in coastal South Carolina.
Best for: Homes, shops, and agricultural buildings with exposed-fastener installation.
Best for: Coastal residential homes, historic properties, agricultural buildings, and barn-style applications.
Best for: High-end homes, commercial projects, and hurricane-prone coastal areas where premium performance and clean architectural lines matter.
Best for: Modern farmhouse homes, barndominiums, shops, accent walls, and any project that wants a clean vertical look.
Kynar® (PVDF): Premium paint system with superior fade resistance and color stability. Best for residential homes and high-visibility projects in direct sun and salt air.
SMP (Silicone-Modified Polyester): Cost-effective with standard fade resistance. Great for barns, sheds, and utility buildings where cost matters more than long-term color retention.
Charleston and the Lowcountry put metal panels through humidity, salt air, hurricanes, and high sun exposure. Choosing the right combination of metal type, gauge, and finish makes the difference between a roof that lasts 50 years and one that fails early.
Standard and custom trim profiles fabricated in-house at our Ravenel facility:
If you can draw it, we can bend it. See full trim catalog →
The accessories that make a metal roof or siding job complete:
To order metal panels, call us at 843-766-6549 or request a quote online. Include:
We'll confirm pricing, color availability, and lead times. Standard panel lengths run 3 to 35 feet.
All orders are customer pickup at our Ravenel shop (4523 Savannah Hwy, Ravenel, SC 29470). When your order is ready, we'll give you a call or email.
Need to haul long panels? We rent specialized trailers built specifically for moving Standing Seam, Master Rib, 5V Crimp, and Board & Batten panels safely. Ask when you place your order.
Pricing varies based on profile, gauge, length, color, and current material costs. Most orders ship from our shop within days, not weeks — but lead times can shift based on color availability and order volume.
For current pricing and lead time on your specific project, request a quote or call us directly.
The right panel depends on what you're building, your budget, and the look you want.
For Charleston-area coastal exposure, our recommendation is:
If you'd like help speccing your project, just call. We do this every day.
Dycon Industries is a material supplier — we don't install. But we work with experienced local roofing contractors and can refer you to one we trust. Just ask.
For a full list of common questions, see our FAQ page.
Contact Dycon Industries for pricing, panel availability, and expert guidance on your metal roofing or siding project.