A variety of materials are available once you have made the decision to purchase a new roof or perform a roof replacement Chicago project. Since there are several types of roofing materials available, feel free to look into which options are the most viable and appealing for your residential roofing in Chicago. Most people decide on their roofing material based on the home’s existing architectural decor. Roofing materials are available from numerous manufacturers and the following is a list of the most common ones in the area:
- Asphalt shingles
- Tile
- Wood
- Slate and synthetic slate
Asphalt Shingles
Beginning with the most common roofing material in the U.S. asphalt shingles bring a myriad of benefits for homeowners. Firstly, they are the least expensive material that can offer decades of protection including wind and impact-resistant properties. With proper maintenance and upkeep, asphalt shingles can last between 20-30 years. In addition, certain types of asphalt shingles can be designed with extra resistance which is especially good for protecting the home against bad weather conditions such as hail.
Tile Roofing Materials
Tile has traditionally been a staple in providing great aesthetic appeal and variety to a home’s design since it was first utilized in ancient China. Tile roofing, either concrete or clay, can usually be appreciated on Mediterranean-like architecture including Spanish Colonial and Italian Renaissance-style homes. Though tile is generally more expensive than other materials, roofers recommend it for its durable and long-lasting results and as far as cost, concrete versions are cheaper than clay.
Wood Roofing Materials
Wood roofing materials such as cedar shakes and shingles are great examples of beautiful craftsmanship and can offer energy-efficient properties. However, they are not as common due to a lack of fire-resistance and a significant amount of regular maintenance. If you are looking for affordability and fire resistance, a synthetic option is a much more viable alternative.
Slate and Synthetic Slate
Professional roofers often recommend synthetic slate as a viable alternative for its affordability, durability and lightweight properties. Synthetic slate has a very similar appearance to natural material and can withstand many environmental factors including high winds and hard-hitting hail. However, not all homes can support a slate roof’s heavyweight. Slate can be an appealing roof material, however, it can be expensive.
Is professional help a requirement?
Here at Stanley Roofing Company our roofing Chicago experts are dedicated to finding the right combination of style and design, affordability, and reliability that best suits your home’s needs. We can happily discuss the trade-off in utilizing synthetic alternatives to natural materials, and what are the best offers for the highest level of protection within your budget and preference of architectural styles. It is important for us to give a detailed quote, as well as to address each concern that may arise before, during or after the project has started.