Roofing allentown, pa

ALLENTOWN'S LEADING ROOFING CONTRACTOR

Roofing Types and Materials

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Choosing the right material for your next roof replacement is a very big decision. Don't worry, these Lehigh Valley roofers are here to help! There are so many things that you should take into consideration when deciding on the next roofing material to protect your home. Make sure to keep these characteristics in mind:

durability of material
aesthetics
municipal code
slope
longevity of material

We're going to cover the materials that we use to roof houses and the good's and bad's of each of them. Let's get into it.

Metal Roofing

The Good's:

energy efficient
light weight
very durable
can be used with a variety of slopes

The Bad's:

cost
copper can turn green in color which could be unappealing to the homeowner

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Asphalt Shingles

Asphalt shingles are without a doubt the most common roofing material. It makes up about 80% of housing in the US.

The Good's:

compatible with a variety of slopes
wind and fire resistant
reasonable weight
inexpensive when compared to other materials

The Bad's:

poor longevity
poor energy-efficiency
humid climates require an algae-resistant shingle

Tile Roofing

The Good's:

unique aesthetics; gives the home a Spanish or Italian look
moderate energy-efficiency

The Bad's:

poor durability
expensive
potential to need replacement more often than other materials
very heavy

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Slate roofing

Found on many older buildings and homes. Provides a classic feel.

The Good's:

all natural material, recyclable
very durable
wind and fire resistant

The Bad's:

expensive
very heavy
require a very steep slope

Wooden shake roofing

The Good's:

provides a natural aesthetic to the home
natural materials, recyclable
relatively inexpensive

The Bad's:

low fire resistance without special treatment
poor longevity
more maintenance than other materials