Roofing Contractors

There are several types of roofing system that are available commercially nowadays. Each type has its share of advantages and disadvantages. If you are planning to choose a roofing style for your new home or to replace your old one, it is helpful to know what your options are. Given than, here are some of the widely used roofing types you can choose from.

Asphalt Shingles 
This roofing type is good for contemporary and historic residential houses, easy to repair, fire resistant, and inexpensive. However, it will only last for about 15-30 years.

Wood Shingles or Shakes
Best when used for ranch, bungalows, historic, contemporary, and cottages roofing that can easily blend in with the environment, easy to replace or repair and has a lifespan of 30-50 years. But this type of roofing is expensive, requires installation by professional and high maintenance.

Metal
Ideal to majority of house types, durable and can last for over 50 years, can withstand heavy rains and high wind. Metal roofing can be costly and may require periodic painting.

Tile
Mostly used in new buildings, tile roofing is highly durable if well maintained, but expensive, heavy and fragile.

Concrete
Ideal for any type of houses, highly durable, and requires low maintenance, but can be pricey.

Whether you will do the roofing yourself or let home improvement contractor do the work, you will now have an idea what roofing type suit your style as well as your budget.