Choosing the best roof shingles for your home can be tough. Set yourself a budget and see which style would be best for your house. Knowing what kinds of shingles exist can also help in the search.
The Three Kinds of Shingles
1. Asphalt
Asphalt roof shingles are most commonly used because they have an inexpensive up-front cost. They are also easy to install and don’t take much effort. They can be organic or fiberglass based. Organic asphalt shingles are made with formerly living materials such as waste paper, cellulose, and even wood fiber. These materials are saturated in asphalt to make them waterproof. The fiberglass ones have glass fiber as a base. The fiberglass shingles are more commonly used today.
2. Tile
This type of roof shingle is known for the style that it exudes. It is very popular for homes that have a Mediterranean feel. Tile shingles are not susceptible to moisture freezing within the body of the tile. They also have a naturally occurring air pocket between the underside of the tile that, when installed and ventilated correctly, minimize ice-damming as well as tile expansion and contraction due to changes in temperature. It offers a unique look and will last for about 80 years, which makes it one of the most durable roof shingles in existence.
3. Metal Roofing
Metal roofing is one of the best forms of roofing to have on your home. Metal roofs are used for protection from weather and any nature produced problems. Metal roofing systems are designed mostly for homes that have either a flat or steep roofline. The type of metal that can be used ranges from solid metal to constructed metal. This type of roof can be very cheap, if you choose low-galvanized metal. Metal roofing is very durable and contains recycled material. When you purchase a metal roof, your previous one can be recycled. Also, metal roofing can add value to your home for it has a long life span of up to 50 years.