(Newswire.net — December 29, 2021) — Today, the majority of the families in the United States opt-in for the asphalt shingles, as it is easy to find them. That aside, this roofing type is versatile and affordable. Other durable roofing types also include clay tiles and slate roofing that can get slightly costly compared to wood or metal roofing. Also, functional roofing alternatives such as solar shingles and green roofs are the ones that come with a steep cost.
Substituting an old roof can be a lucrative way of home investment. And if you want to select a roof that caters to your budget, home requirement, and climatic conditions, you need to get in touch with an expert roofer. Some of the roof types to opt-in for are:
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Shingles
Close to 90% of the houses in the United States resort to composite asphalt shingles as its easy to install, durable and affordable. The asphalt shingles cost around $1.50 to $5.50 for every square foot and close to $8,000 in the complete installation. The roof can last you for about 30 years, and you can also recycle it. The manufacturers blend asphalt, fiberglass, and mineral composite for generating a wide blend of colors like red, grey, brown, blue, or green. But the color will fade with time because of sun exposure. The quality and color will appear slightly different based on the three-tab or architectural shingles that you use.
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Wood roofing
If you have a Tudor-style home, the wood roofing will complement it. And with age, they turn to silver or sandy brown. Once you install a wood roof, it can last you for 50 years. However, if you are in a fire-prone area you need to treat this. Since wet climate can lead to water damage, people in such areas opt-in for wood roofing. The standard building materials include pine, redwood, and cedar to repel insects. One of the popular options is the cedar shake roofing that can cost you around $5 to $7 for every square foot.
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Metal roofing
This type of roofing has been prevalent since the 1800s and is a popular new-age choice as well. Based on the material and design, it can last for as many as 80 years and costs around $6 to $14 every square foot. You have two choices here, sheets and shingles that get linked with the standing seam. The shingles and metal sheets are prominent because of materials like zinc and aluminum that are easy to transport, good-looking, affordable, and require low maintenance. You can pre-treat the metals using sealants. You can have multiple colors in this roofing as well.
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The clay tiles
The clay tiles date back to 5,000 years and are one of the most popular types of roofing material. It can cost anything between $10 to $18 every square foot and can last for 50 to 100 years. You have access to multiple styles like Scania, Spanish, and French. The clay tiles are slightly costly to repair and install. But the benefit is that it can last more than any other type of roofing worldwide.
These are some of the prevalent roofing styles that you can read about and select for your house based on your requirement and budget capacity.