Every homeowner, especially those building their own home, faces many dilemmas regarding their home. One of them is the choice of roofing.
With many roofing types available, most homeowners find it confusing to decide on the best roofing option that ticks the boxes of affordability, durability, and aesthetics.
As a leading company in the Texas roofing industry, we've been helping homeowners in Dallas, Tomball, The Woodlands, Garlands, and other areas in Texas choose the right roofing material for new installation and replacement.
We're happy to do the same for you.
This piece will examine the most popular roofing options and which is best for you.
Read on!
Metal
Metal roofs are among the most durable roofing options you can use for your home. They come in aluminum, copper, steel and are an excellent option in the sunny climate of Texas.
Metal roofs are very reflective, reducing heat penetration and helping you save on energy bills.
Metals are fast to install and can last between 30 and 60 years. This roofing option is available in various styles, enabling you to choose one best suited for the appearance of your home. They offer all-round protection against heat, hail, rain, fire, decay, and harsh weather conditions.
Asphalt Shingles
Do a quick survey, and you'll find out that asphalt shingles are the most common roofing material today.
That's because of its affordability, easy installation, and availability.
Asphalt shingles are made of fiberglass, asphalt coating that protects from water, and ceramic granules, which are resistant to UV rays of the sun, helping to prolong the roof's longevity. They are also available in various styles and colors to suit your home's design.
While they typically last for about 15 - 30 years, the biggest con of asphalt shingles is they don't last as long as other options on this list and might need to be replaced after some years, depending on how well you maintain them.
Clay and Concrete Tiles
Available in clay or concrete, tile roofs are known for their beauty. In addition to their aesthetics, they are very durable and often last for as long as 70 years. Their fire and insect-resistant nature add to their longevity.
Light-colored tiles are particularly beneficial to Texans as they reflect sunlight, helping to reduce the penetration of heat.
One downside to using tile roofs is that their weight might be too heavy for your roofing frame, so you'll need your structural engineer to give it the go-ahead.
Natural Slate
Natural slate is known for its exceptional performance and extreme durability. If you love nature and want to reduce your carbon footprint, natural slate is the obvious choice.
Its performance is tested and trusted while being environment-friendly and recyclable. Natural slates are waterproof, fire-resistant, and insect-proof, making them perfect for any climate.
They are also easily adaptable to a wide range of architectural designs. If you're considering using natural slate, you'll need to confirm that the roofing structure it'll rest upon is strong enough.
Wood
Wood is a natural roofing option that can last for 50 years, depending on maintenance. Wood shakes and wood shingles are the two types of wood roofing options available.
While shakes are hand-split on one side and sawn on the other side, giving them a rugged look, shingles are sawn on both sides for a smooth, uniform appearance.
Cedar, redwood, and pine are commonly used for wood roofing because of their fire-resistant characteristics. As poor conductors of heat, wooden roofs are very energy efficient, helping to save on energy bills.
Despite their aesthetic appeal and eco-friendliness, wood roofing is susceptible to water damage, moss, mold, rot and will require regular treatment to last long.
Which Roofing Option Is Best For You?
To decide on the best roofing option, you have to consider your budget, climate, your home's architectural design, the kind of look you want, and how long you want the roof to last.
If you're still undecided, a licensed Texas roofing contractor will be able to point you in the right direction.
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