The Different Types of Roofing Shingles

Written by Posted On Saturday, 16 July 2016 12:54

 When you are trying to find a roofing contractor, you may suddenly realize that you have no idea what it is you are wanting them to do. By knowing the different type of roofing shingles, you will have better success in finding the contractor for the job. This is because you will be able to make a better decision to what type of material you actually want to go on the roof. When you know what type of material you want to be placed on the roof, you will know what type of material you need the contractor to know how to work with. Here are some of the most common types of roofing shingles.

 

Asphalt

Asphalt is actually the type that is used the most and is generally inexpensive. Most asphalt shingles also meet Energy Star standards. If you are unsure what this means, it means that you could enjoy a new roof and get a rebate for the price you spent on it. Laminated and architectural asphalt shingles are generally not as then or cheap as the three-tab asphalt design. However, even though asphalt is the least expensive, they also only last twenty to thirty years. They are good for a starter home, however, as long as you realize that if you move out after twenty years and the roof needs to be replaced you will not sell your house for quite as much.

 

Tile

Tile shingles are unique to the southwestern states and to colonial Spanish homes. Tile shingles are actually one of the most expensive, both to buy and have installed. However, they last over fifty years and are extremely durable. Some homes, however, are unable to hold the weight of these shingles.

 

Metal

If your home has a roofline that is either really flat or extremely steep, metal roofing might be your best option. This type of roofing can come in two different forms. You can either get metal shingles installed or you can get the roof installed where it is solid metal all the way across. The low-end galvanized designs are inexpensive when compared to other types of metal roofing and can last up to fifty years. Metal roofs increase in popularity every day.

 

Wood

Wood shingles cost more than asphalt shingles. However, they do offer more of an aesthetic appeal due to the natural appearance that they provide. Hardwoods, such as cedar, last somewhere between thirty to fifty years.

 

Slate

Slate shingles are mostly found in the Northeastern part of the country. This is mostly due to the fact the slate utilized in the production of slate shingles is found in this part of the country. Slate shingles come with a lot of durability and last as long as fifty years. Old farmhouses that are not leaking typically still have their original slate shingles on the roof. However, if your budget is not going to let you buy real slate shingles, you can go with the synthetic version. Synthetic slate shingles offer a lot of the same value as far as appearance go but do not last quite as long.

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