Is it time for a new roof? What type of roofing material is right for your home? Well…that really depends on your house -and what *you* want.
The most important thing to remember is that all roof types have to be installed just as the manufacturer instructs because that is how they were designed to be installed. Otherwise, the roof can leak and it won’t last as long. Even a long-lasting metal roof will fail very quickly if it isn’t installed correctly.
Various roofing materials offer different benefits. Some may be more affordable while others last the longest. Some may be more prone to damage while others aren’t. And some may need more repairs than others.
If it’s time for you to replace the old roof, it’s a great time to look at alternative roof types. You don’t have to put the same type of shingles on the roof! Our Stevens Point roofing contractors would be glad to go over some of the different roofing systems available and the benefits associated with them.
What you may not know about asphalt shingles is that they are actually a composite roofing material. You’ve probably heard about composite roofs but only associated the term with synthetic slate or faux cedar shake shingles. Composite just basically means that several materials are joined together to create the final product. Asphalt is made of organic materials like waste paper or wood fiber and combined with asphalt and limestone granules.
Asphalt shingles are a very economical solution for sloped roof replacements. There are some asphalt shingles with a fiberglass reinforced mat that are expected to last 15-30 years but the bonding of the material with urea-formaldehyde resin means that they are not very environmentally friendly.
Metal roofing has become very popular in three different types: standing seam, corrugated metal, and metal shingles or tiles. Standing seam metal roofs are the most popular because they won’t leak if properly installed. They give you one smooth, sleek looking roof that routes rainwater and melting ice off very well. No matter what type of metal roof you choose, the installation has to be flawless so you have no problems with it now or later.
The synthetic slate shingles, or roof tiles, look like real slate. They are available in all the real slate colors and are formed as a composite material. The material is lightweight and fully recyclable. Repair and installation will need to be done with special techniques, so make sure your roofer knows how to work with synthetic slate.
Just like synthetic slate, you can install synthetic cedar shake roofs. The cedar shake shingles look very realistic. You can always go with real cedar shake if you prefer. But be ready for them to weather and develop problems much quicker than any other roof type. This is why so many people choose to go with the synthetic option.
- Mosinee
Removed and Replaced Steel Shingle and Components with Decra Shake XD on the House, Detached Garage and House Addition.
- Mosinee, WI
Installed Mastic Quest Vinyl Siding in the color Habor Gray, Installed Titan Clad Garage Door Frame, Versetta Ledgestone in color Mission Point, Seamless Gutters, Down Spouts, New Front Entry Door and Thermo-Tech Vinyl Garage Windows
- Stevens Point
Removed and Replaced Asphalt Shingles & Components - 20 year Workmanship Warranty on the House & Attached Garage. The Tear Off consisted of removal of 1 Layer of Asphalt Shingles and Haul Away. Re-Nail Roof Decking Where Needed with 8D Nails.
- Weston
Roof Replacement - Removed & Replaced Asphalt Shingles & Components - 20 Year Workmanship Warranty using GAF Timberline HDZ Shingles
- Plover
Removed and Replaced Asphalt Shingles & Components that were Pewter Gray in color - 20 year Workmanship Warranty on the House & Attached Garage. The Tear Off consisted of removal of 1 Layer of Asphalt Shingles.
- Plover
Installed Mastic Quest Premium Vinyl Siding (0.46 Thickness) in the color Scottish Thistle and Mastic Cedar Discovery D7 Perfection Shakes in the Front Peaks, Installed Titan Clad Garage Door Frame, Installed Azek Wood Grain PVC Trim on Front Porch Post
- Plover
Chimney Structure Repair - Removed Existing Shingles & Flashing Around Chimney, Removed / Reinstalled Vinyl Siding, Re-framed and Insulated Chimney as needed. Missing Kick-out Flashings were the cause of the damage
- Plover
Removed & Replaced Asphalt Shingles & Components in the Color of Hickory- Systems Plus 50 year Non-Prorated Warranty using GAF Timberline HDZ
- Plover
Installed Mastic Vinyl Lap Siding in the color Deep Cavern, Installed Entry Garage Service Door, Installed Titan Clad Garage Door Frame, Roof Repair, Seamless Gutters and Fascia
- Wausau
Installed Mastic Quest premium vinyl siding in the color Victorian Gray, Mastic Cedar Discovery vinyl shake siding in the color English Wedgewood, PVC trim and mastic vinyl shutters.
- Mosinee
Removed the existing wood siding and installed LP Smartside with Diamond Kote pre-finish in the color Canyon.
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