Kinds of Roofing Material Options For a Roof
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A house can be topped with a variety of roofing materials, each with distinct advantages and disadvantages. Location is a top concern when selecting a roofing material, for example a sturdier material should be used in areas prone to hurricanes or heavy snow fall. In the medical world a popular phrase is “doctor heal thyself,” but for homeowners it’s “owner know thy roof.”
Fiberglass asphalt shingles have a base of glass fibers covered with ceramic coated mineral granules . This is an inorganic shingle with a high fire rating and often a longer warranty (and life span) than other types of shingles. This shingle resists water and cracking. It also tends to resist high winds, as tested by the Underwriters Laboratories. Seems like a winner!
An inorganic, three dimensional shingle is Architectural Shingle. Because it is multi layered it has depth and thus an appearance closer to wood or slate roofing. These shingles weigh more and cost more than most other shingles.
A cheaper alternative to shingles is roll roofing. It’s used on roofs with shallow grades, or in addition to shingles on steeper roofs. This is used most often on industrial buildings. It has a heavy felt base, saturated with asphalt, covered by a smooth or mineral surface. Easy to install, this type of material will last between 10 and 20 years.
Metal roofing is steel panels used in place of shingles. The best steel panels are made with zinc. Like roll roofing this is most common on industrial buildings. It is durable, withstands fire, and lasts a long time.
Wood shingles are the oldest type of shingle. Cedar is the most common wood used for these shingles, but many consist of a variety of woods. These are more difficult to install than asphalt shingles. As expected wood shingles are susceptible to fire. A fire-retardant coating reduces the flammability, but does not eliminate it.
A roof has other elements in addition to the shingles. These are not shingles or tiles or total roof coverings, but nevertheless are elements of a roof. Flashing consists of strips of sheet metal or roofing material used to cover joints, to make the joints waterproof. The boot is a flashing made to fit around the base of a vent pipe. Boots containing lead generally last longer than the roof. A Drip Edge is an “L” shaped, weather-resistant material placed at exposed roof edges to help protect wood portions of the roof by shedding water. Felt paper, or building paper, is a sheet with a tough, fibrous base saturated with asphalt installed under shingles. Building paper helps keep water away from the wood frame under the shingles.
A great source of information on the types of roofing material is the Internet. The more you know the less likely you are to get wet.
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