Apr 07
Roofing Material Tips
When a homeowner makes a selection of a roofing material, they should, take the roofing material’s lifespan into account because this dictates how long your roof will last before having to be replaced, and that impacts long term cost.
A roof’s lifespan depends on a number of factors, including roofing style, materials and the climate in the area where the home is located. It’s best to select roofing products that have nearly the same lifespan to avoid piece by piece repairs throughout a ten to fifteen year period. Generally, roofing materials last for about twenty years. That is if the roof has been maintained properly and there has been no significant weather damage. Some materials have a lifespan of as much as 50 years while some others last as little as 10 years. Here is a list of some common roofing materials along with lifespans.
A properly maintained asphalt roof will last between 15 and 20 years. Because of the low cost of the materials and the ease of repairs asphalt roofing materials are one of the most common types of roofing materials used throughout the nation.
Fiberglass roofing lasts between 15 and 20 years. Little maintenance is required for fiberglass roofs, and they come in many different styles and colors to match almost any desired look. Roofs made from this material are water resistant and mold resistant.
Many homes in the northeastern portion of the nation use wooden shakes and shingles. These roofing materials will generally last for about 15 to 20 years and can even last for as many as 30 years if the shakes and shingles are well maintained.
With an average lifespan of 40 to 75 years, slate roofing materials are amongst the longest lasting roofing products.
Metal roofing can last nearly 50 years. Metal roofing products come in a wide variety of different colors, finishes, and styles to resemble other types of roofing materials such as tiles or wooden shingles. These roofing products are nearly indestructible from weather and can be installed over the current roof.
A less well known option is rubber roofing. It’s easy to install, to maintain, and it lasts a long time. It can be a single sheet cut to fit the roof or shingles. The very first rubber roof ever installed was in Wisconsin in 1980. It’s still in service after nearly 30 years.
Roofing materials come in many varieties and styles. Pick the one that’s right for you.
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