A roof is one of the most important aspects of a home’s exterior and structural design. It provides shelter, protection, and stability. Even so, you don’t need to compromise beauty over safety. With many materials and designs to choose from, there’s a roof that can match your home. When choosing the appropriate roof material, keeping weight, local housing codes, and budget in mind is essential.
As a premier Boston roofing company, we can help you make the best decision for your home. Here are some of the most popular roofs available.
Metal Roofs
Metal roofs are popular for their durability, capable of withstanding severe weather. Although metal roofs can be a little more expensive, their value increases with their ability to last many years. They also offer high solar reflectance, making them energy-efficient. Overall, metal roofs are great for storm-prone areas or contemporary-style homes. Plates and shingles come in a selection of copper, aluminum, zinc, and stainless steel.
Clay or Concrete Tiles
Clay and concrete tiles are a sophisticated and beautiful design choice for your home. These heavy, versatile materials can be flat, scalloped, or ribbed. Concrete tiles are less expensive than clay, but they tend to be heavier. Energy-efficient and long-lasting, clay and concrete tiles work well with uniquely designed homes.
Asphalt Shingles
Easy to install and comparably inexpensive, asphalt shingles continue to be the most popular roofing material in the U.S. Unfortunately, they’re not quite as durable as some of the previous materials. With that said, homeowners can increase their lifespan by reinforcing the material with cellulose or fiberglass. Their versatile and classic design makes them perfect for any home, particularly suburban communities. We have extensive experience with asphalt shingles in the New England area, and if well-maintained, they can last for years.
Cedar Wood Shingles
Cedarwood shingles offer homeowners a classic design, and their rustic appearance makes them a wonderful choice for people interested in handmade, natural materials. With that said, carefully evaluate local fire codes and your area’s weather. Since they can easily attract mold, installing wood shingles in tropical, moist climates is not wise. Areas prone to wildfires may also need to reconsider wood shingles. Even so, if your home is up to code, cedarwood shingles can make your exterior design gorgeous and timeless.
Slate
Slate is a great choice for people interested in a sustainable home. Made of completely recyclable materials, slate is durable, fire-resistant, and versatile. It does tend to be more expensive and carries a lot of weight, but its long-lasting durability makes it valuable. Beautiful and stylish, slate works well with homes inspired by European exterior design.