The roof is one of the most important parts of any house. It protects your holdings and your family from the outside environment and any kind of external damage. You must go through a list of points to check which of the factors are necessary while choosing the right roofing material for construction, such as.
- Cost/budget
- Appearance
- Preference
- Desired longevity
Asphalt Shingles
Asphalt shingles are kind of world-famous shingles as they are used almost on every residential building. Numerous options are available in a variety of price ranges. Most of the asphalt shingles fall in the affordable range and they fulfil the budget requirements of the homeowners. They can be installed easily and can last around 20 years.
There are different types of asphalt shingles such as 3-tab, dimensional, and luxury. However, in the market 3-tab shingles are the most dominating but the dimensional shingles are the most common type. Luxury shingles are expensive, and they carry almost double the price of a dimensional shingle.
Metal
Steel, zinc, aluminum, and copper are among the metals that are used for roofing today. Industrial-looking roofs often feature metal materials. The price will be affected by the material chosen, but metal roofs are well known for their long-life expectancy, estimated at 50+ years.
Metal roofs are versatile materials. Standing seam metal roof accents can also be added to asphalt roof replacements for porches, dormers, flat roof facets, and more.
Slate
It is hard to find a better-looking roofing material than slate shingles. They are one of the most expensive options available when it comes to shingles. They are made from natural stone and have an average life span of 50 years.
Therefore it is quite expensive and a slow process when comes to replace the old roof with the slate shingles. Your home must be built in such a way that it can carry the weight of the slate tiles as they are heavy.
A slate roof, however, gives a beautiful and long-lasting roofing system but it is expensive. But if you have the money for it, then go ahead.
Clay Tiles
Clay tiles are one of the best roofing materials because they are durable. Clay tile roofing is fire-resistant and will not rot, which makes it a suitable option for almost everyone. Clay roofs have one uncommon benefit: insects won't inhabit them. In addition, they will last for more than 50 years.
Roof tiles can cost anywhere from $10 to $18 per square foot to install (although ceramic tiles can cost up to $30 per square foot). Roofing tiles made of clay can last for more than a century.
Wood Shake
To create a countryside look or a more natural appearance to your home, the wood shake is an excellent choice. The most common wood used in Cedar, but you don't have to stick with Cedar. Redwood is another option. Wood can rot, however. In general, wood shake roofs last between 14 and 20 years before they need to be replaced.
Typically, shakes are more expensive, with an average cost of $6.50 to $14 per square foot, installed; shingles are typically cheaper. Ultimately, longevity is determined by circumstance and maintenance. The lifespan of a wood shingle or shake roof can reach 60 years in relatively dry climates; in damp climates, it may not last as long.
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