You face quite the investment and decision process when it comes to replacing your roof. This is often one of the most daunting tasks you could face as a homeowner. Depending on what type of roof or home you have, you could find yourself becoming overwhelmed and somewhat afraid of what you should do. Here at Livingston Roof Pros we offer a variety of roofing services which include replacing your home’s roof completely. There are many options when it comes to your roof replacement in Livingston Michigan. We will discuss some of those options and provide some pros and cons for each in this post.
When your roof needs to be replaced it can be a time of a lot of confusion. Roofing typically lasts for 15 or more years so it’s not something that occurs often. And the industry changes a lot in 15 years so what was the standard back then may not be best for your home today. It’s always best to talk with a qualified and experienced roofing contractor to determine the best options for your home. And when you make the decision to get a new roof installed on your home, we can help!
These decisions can be hard if you have to get your roof redone instead of just wanting to and having a plan. This is what leads to being overwhelmed in most cases. Instead of letting yourself get to that point, take the time to do some ground research and check into what you need to do to get started in selecting a solid and sound roof that will work for your home for years to come.
You’ll need to know what options are out there, but be forewarned – there are a lot of options so you could see that list and your head could spin. Don’t fret, having a contractor go over the options that will work best for your style of home and roofing structure will be best so that you can make an informed decision on the type of roofing material you want to go with. These all can cost differently and could work on different roof slopes, so depending on structure and budget, you can easily narrow your list down.
These are often called asphalt shingles and are hands down the most common roofing material type. These are multiple layered shingles topped with granules that help to take the beating of the weather and protect your roof. There are a couple types of asphalt shingles: 3-tab and Architectural. Architectural are a bit more sophisticated and last longer, but they do cost more than 3-tab shingles.
The quality of wood shingles isn’t what it used to be, contributing largely to the fall in the popularity as a roofing material. They also are naturally more prone to fire risks, so they tend to be a less favorable choice. Loved for their beauty and traditional feel, wood shingles are still a potential roofing option that you can explore.
Metal used to be found more on commercial buildings and farm structures, but has recently become more popular as a residential roofing choice. While more expensive on average, metal roofs are longer lasting and can better withstand the weather elements overall. There are easy to maintain and tend to be installed quickly, giving great reason behind the growth in popularity.
Typically found on Spanish-style homes, clay tiles are a more aesthetically pleasing option that is used for specific design styles. They can look traditionally like clay roofs or the tiles can be made to mimic the look of wooden roofs. Some can even be made to look like stone, making them a very diverse roofing option.
Slate is definitely a different choice than many may not consider. While they work best for highly steeped roofs, the slate tiles hang rather than are glued down. This can help with water shedding for those steeper slopes and work well in areas that get a lot of rain.
Before you decide on any option for your roof be sure to give us a call here at Livingston Roof Pros. We offer free quotes on roofing projects and we can also help with financing the new roof installation on your home. Call us today at 517-940-8770 to discuss your roofing project and see how we can help.
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