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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
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