When you are looking to re-do or update your existing roof, it can be difficult to know where to start. What shape of roof should you get? What kinds of materials are available to you, and which of those materials is the best for the types of roofs you’re considering?
Hopefully, these three popular roofing materials can help get you started when thinking about what types of roofs you’re interested in:
- Shingle roofs. Shingle roofs are technically a type of material to build a roof out of, but they are also a style of roof in general. There are lots of types of shingles: asphalt, cedar shake, and slate to name a few. But shingles as a building material are used in most residential homes to create a welcoming, classic look with lots of visual interest without being too flashy.
- Asphalt roofs. In the realm of residential roofing, asphalt shingle roofs are one of the most common types of roofs available. Asphalt shingles are made up of a few parts: tar, fiberglass, and asphalt particles are mixed together and placed on a fiberglass base. These shingles are light, easy to install, durable, and cost-effective, with dozens of color options to fit the vision for any house.
- Steel roofs. These types of roofs have been gaining popularity recently due to their durability and longevity. Steel roofs can take a beating from storms and high winds and can last up to twenty years if treated with care.
Not every roofing project will use these types of roofs, but the majority of home and business owners will likely find it helpful to start here for their roofing needs.