Roofing isn’t just there to make our homes look nice, it also serves to protect our homes from outdoor weather conditions. That’s why it’s so important to learn about the different types of roofing materials and their properties. Here are some of the top roofing materials available:
Asphalt shingles
Asphalt is considered to be quite a versatile roofing material, as it can be installed on both flat and sloped roofs. Asphalt roofing shingles are also available in a variety of shades of neutral colors, such as gray and brown. Asphalt shingles are amount the most commonly used roofing materials all across the United States.
Organic shingles
Organic shingles are made from recycled materials, such as wood and cardboard. They tend to be more on the inexpensive side of roofing prices. However, since it’s made of recycled materials, organic roofing tends to be more prone to damage and often needs to be repaired or replaced.
Fiberglass shingles
Fiberglass shingles tend to be slightly more expensive than asphalt roofing. However, they have a longer warranty and are able to withstand the sun’s ultraviolet rays.
Tile shingles
Tile shingles have a unique shape and need to be installed on steeper sloped roofing. They are a more expensive roofing material, but they also last quite a while. Over 50 years, to be more precise. The cost of tile roofing installation tends to be between $10,000 and $14,000 per roof.
Wood shingles
Wood roofing shingles are beautiful and will give your home a unique look. They can be made out of pretty much any type of wood you want. However, one disadvantage of wood roofing shingles is that, if they’re not able to properly dry after a period of rain, they become susceptible to mold growth. For this reason, wood roofing shingles should only be installed on roofs that are in direct sunlight.
Slate shingles
Slate shingles give roofs a sleek, modern look. They can be cut to your preferences with regards to thickness, and come in different shade of grays and cool tones. However, slate roofing shingles can be quite expensive.
For all your roofing needs, give the experts at 911 Exteriors Roofing & Fence a call! We can inspect your roof, repair it, or even replace your roofing completely!
