Shelter is a basic need of all, and homes are what most consider their safe place. The roof of a home is a part that contributes a lot to its safety. Roofs also have an important role in how a house looks. As technology advanced, roofing materials have also undergone a lot of change. Homeowners have different roofing materials to choose from.
Roofing materials are usually chosen based on the architectural style, the slope and complexity of the roof, the color of the home, the climate of the region, the available budget, and the neighborhood the house is situated in. A roofing company can help homeowners choose the best fit for their home from various roofing materials available. Castex Roofing Co. in Waco, Texas, has been providing quality roofing and construction services in Central Texas and surrounding areas. Here Castex Roofing Co. lists some of the roofing materials commonly used.
Different Types Of Roofing Material
Asphalt Shingles
Asphalt shingles are very commonly used in the US. Their huge popularity is because they are easy to install, economical, and widely available. They can offer home protection for 20 to 30 years with proper care and maintenance. Manufacturers add fiberglass or organic materials like cellulose to reinforce asphalt shingles. They come in a variety of colors. Most asphalt shingles are wind-resistant to a certain degree and moderately impact resistant. Asphalt shingles work well with many architectural styles, including traditional suburban styles. Asphalt shingles do not last as long as some other roofing materials and do not provide the insulation some other materials do.
Tile Roofing
Tiles of clay and concrete are another option. Clay tiles can be flat, ribbed, or scalloped. They are durable but are very heavy and need to be installed by a professional roofer. Concrete tiles are less expensive than clay tiles but are very heavy. Tiles are energy-efficient, durable, and non-combustible. They are heavy, expensive, and may need additional framing. Tile roofing looks beautiful on Mediterranean-style, Spanish Colonial, Italian Renaissance, and Mission-style houses.
Slate Roofing
Slate is a beautiful roofing material that gives a home a distinctively elegant look. It can be of different colors like shades of black, green, grey, purple, and red. Slate roofs are fire-resistant and sustainable and can be recycled. This material is heavy, expensive, needs extra framing, and must be installed by professionals. Synthetic slate material can be used for roofing. It is more durable and affordable than actual slate and is lighter too. It can withstand high winds and heavy-hitting hail. But synthetic slate is not as environmentally-friendly as natural slate. Houses built in Colonial, European, and French chateau styles look good with slate roofs.
Wooden Roofing
Wooden roofs have been used for centuries. Over time, they have a rustic look and weather to a shade of gray that many homeowners like. Wood shingles are usually machine cut, while wood shakes are usually handmade and rougher. Made from cedar, redwood, or southern pine, wooden roofing material is a natural product. In fire-prone areas, roofing contractors may suggest Class A fire-rated wood roofing products that include shingles that have undergone treatment so that they are fire-resistant. The disadvantage of wooden roofing is in wet climates. It can mold, split, or rot. Some areas have fire codes that do not allow wood shingles. Wooden roofing goes with Tudor-style homes, Cape Cod, cottage, or Craftsman-style homes.
Synthetic Roofing Products
There are synthetic roofing materials like rubber, plastic, and polymer. These are made to replicate natural materials' color, look, and texture like wood or slate. Synthetic materials are designed to be durable, low-maintenance, and sometimes fire-resistant. They are lighter, easier to install, and less expensive than natural roofing materials. However, they can be of different qualities, and some can absorb water. Synthetic roofing is suited to use in homes of different architectural styles.
Homeowners can consider different factors like the cost, tolerance to weather, availability of color and styles, the weather conditions and local regulations of the region, etc., when choosing the roofing for a home. A roofing company like Castex Roofing Co. in Waco, Texas, can help select and install the highest quality roof that perfectly suits a home. This roofer has a fully licensed and insured team. Castex Roofing Co. provides reliable, timely service at competitive prices without compromising the quality of artistry. Castex Roofing Co. can be contacted at (254) 749-1579 for roof installation and repair estimates by homeowners in Central Texas and nearby areas.
