Top 6 Roofing Materials

Nov 22

Your home's appearance and value can be enhanced by replacing your roof. Although proper roof structure, preparation, and installation are important, choosing the right material for your roof will enhance the look of your home with roofing in Greenville nc.

Asphalt shingles

Because they are affordable and easy to install, asphalt shingles are the most widely used residential roofing material in America. These shingles can be reinforced with fiberglass or organic materials (cellulose), without changing their appearance.

Pros: Asphalt comes in a variety of colors and is readily available. It is also one of the most cost-effective materials.

Cons: Asphalt is less durable than other roofing materials and does not provide the same level of insulation. Quality also varies.

Asphalt shingles can be used to complement many architectural styles, especially suburban ones.

The price ranges from $70 to $120 for a square foot. Shingles will last 20-25 years if they are properly maintained.

Concrete and clay tiles

A roof made of concrete and clay tiles can have texture and elegance. True flat, ribbed or scalloped clay tiles can be extremely durable, but they are also very heavy and require skilled installation. Concrete tiles are easier to use than clay tiles, are cheaper and more versatile, but are heavier.

The pros: Concrete tiles and clay are durable, non-combustible, and efficient in energy use.

Cons: Concrete tiles and clay are expensive and heavy and will require additional structure.

These house styles are great for concrete and clay tiles.

Cost and life expectancy: Tiles can last up to 40 years if they are properly maintained.

Metal roofing

Metal roofing is resistant to extreme weather. Metal roofs come in two types: panels or shingles. They are available in aluminum, copper, stainless, and zinc.

Pros: Metal roofing lasts longer than asphalt and wood, is more durable, and has higher solar reflectivity.

Pros: Metal roofing can be expensive.

Metal looks great in bungalows, cottages, and contemporary homes.

Cost and life expectancy: Prices range between $100 and $300 per square. Some styles can cost up to $600 per sq. Metal roofing can last between 40 to 75 years.

Slate Roof Tiles

You can find a wide range of slate hues in different colors, such as black, green, grey, and red. They also have a beautiful aesthetic.

Pros: Slate roofs are durable, fire-resistant, and can be recycled.

Cons: Slate can be expensive and heavy and will require additional framing and installation from a specialist. It is possible that the imported slate may be of different quality.

Slate is a complement to Colonial, European, French, and European chateau architecture.

Prices and life expectancy: Prices start at around $600 per square foot and increase from there. Slate can last up to 50 years and sometimes even 100 years.

Roof Shingles made of Wood

Wood shingles and shakes have been the most popular roofing material for hundreds of years. Many homeowners love the beautiful grey color they turn as they age. Wood shakes look more natural than wood shingles which are usually machine-cut.

Look for fire-resistant coatings on shingles if you live in an area with high fire risk.

Pros: Wooden shingles are rustic in appearance, made from natural materials like cedar, redwood, and southern pine.

Pros: Some regions prohibit the use of wood shingles due to fire restrictions. Wooden shingles can crack, mold, and deteriorate in humid climates.

Shake's rustic design is well suited for bungalows, Cape Cod, cottages, Craftsman, Tudor-style dwellings, and other styles.

Cost and LifeSpan: Prices start at $100 per square foot with a 25- to 30-year lifespan.

Greenville Roofing Masters

Greenville NC

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