Consider the cost of installation when choosing a roofing material. There are many roofing materials available. Each grade comes with a different price. Take a look at all the products and decide what you need and your budget. The prices and durability of roofing materials can vary greatly. These are the roofing options you should consider.
Asphalt Roofing Shingles
Asphalt shingles are the most popular. They are made from fiberglass sandwiched between asphalt or ceramic granules. They are lightweight and easy to install. Although they can last for 30 years, they are susceptible to high winds. There are two types of asphalt roofing. Laminated shingles are also called “architectural” and “dimensional” shingles. Their thickness and depth give them a look that is closer to slate or wood shakes. Although they are similar in price, three-tab asphalt shingles are made from one layer. They are flatter and thinner than laminated and performed less well in previous tests. They are also gaining more market share because of falling prices for laminated shingles.
Tile Roofing
Tile roofs are roof coverings with shingles made of clay, concrete, or other durable materials. These roofs are heavier than the asphalt shingle roof. Although strong winds can blow asphalt shingles away, properly attached tile roofs need wind speeds of over 125 mph to prevent damage.
Tile roofing has many advantages, including fire resistance, insulation, and long-lasting durability. Tile roofs can be made from concrete or fired clay and are very durable. Although they are more expensive than standard asphalt shingle roofs, they are still cheaper than slate, metal, and wood. Concrete and clay are readily available, while wood must be sourced from managed forests. Due to the mining process, slate is very expensive. Metal is also quite expensive.
Metal Roofing
Metal roofing is available in a variety of metals, including aluminum, copper, and alloy strips. They also come in a variety of shapes and textures. Copper is very expensive. Copper develops a greenish patina over time that some people find appealing. Metal roofing is easy to install and about half the weight of asphalt. Metal roofing is also non-flammable. It can make noise in rainstorms. The steel strips that we tested were easy to dent, but their texture covered minor damage very well. This roofing effectively reflects sunlight, keeping your home cooler in summer. It is important to hire a contractor who has experience with this material.
What roofing tile is best for me? Old Time Roofing can help you find the right roofing solution for your home or company. Our experts will help you choose the right roofing material for either your commercial or residential building. Contact us for more information about our roofing products or services.
This post was written by Ted Williams! Ted is the owner of A Old Time Roofing which is the premier Pinellas County roofing contractor! Ted is a Master Elite Weather Stopper GAF Roofing Contractor, a double award winner of Best Steep-Slope Contractor from GAF and achiever of Master Elite Consumer Protection Excellence from GAF. He has been serving the Pinellas County area since 1978. Old Time Roofing has been a tradition in quality workmanship, servicing residential and commercial properties.
