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Residential Roofing Texas

RESIDENTIAL ROOFING
We understand that most residential homeowners want a high quality, long lasting roof that will not be too costly to install. On average, most residential roofs must be repaired or replaced every 10 years. With that said, it is imperative that customers choose their roofing material carefully to help to reduce replacement costs as well as extend the life of their roof.

Another reason why proper roof upkeep is so important is to ensure a higher degree of environmental responsibility. Over time, proper upkeep will create less of an environmental impact by filling less space in landfills with bulk refuse, and using up less building material.

Homeowners will reap environmental benefits just by making smart roofing choices. For instance, if you select a light color for your roof surface, it will not absorb as much heat which will reduce the amount of energy needed to cool your home. It's important to remember that when an attic stays cool, your electric bill will be lower.

Carefully selecting the proper residential roofing material and checking that it is installed correctly will promote longer roof functionality. There is no reason why with occasional slight maintenance, a room can't last for 20 - 50 years, or even longer. Below and in other areas of our site, you will find information about some of the most popular types of residential roofing material. It is to your advantage to put cost second when shopping for roof products, and focus on those products that will best meet the specific needs of your house.

Clay
Clay tiled roofing offers a clean, modern look for homes. It is popular for those looking to give their home a Southwestern look, or Italian or Spanish Mission design. Clay is regarded as a good roofing material no matter the region in which it is used. This is because clay is resistant mold, decay, and even insects. It also won't burn and often times, will outlast the decking it is built on.

Metal Roofing
In the 18th century, metal roofs made of copper, lead and zinc were very popular. Examples of these types of roofs are Thomas Jefferson's famous "Monticello" building, and The Washington Monument. Although this trend lasted decades, metal roofs were very expensive to build so they were replaced with more affordable types. Metal roofs made of aluminum, copper, steel and tin are now coming back in style. Some of the most popular today are those made out of Galvalume Steel or those that are Galvanized. They are extremely sturdy. In fact, Galvalume roofs are used frequently in the South where hurricanes occur most often.

Slate Roofing
Slate is another very durable material that is almost indestructible, and is seen most often on upscale houses. Because of it's long lasting quality, it is actually not so uncommon to see 100+ year old homes with slate roofs. The material is actual slivers of rock, also referred to as roofing shingles.

Wooden shingles
Wooden shingled roofs often adds a lot of character and a natural look to a home. This is a good, dependable roofing material that is usually made of Western Red Cedar. You can be assured to have a completely unique looking roof due to variations in the cuts of wood, width and color of the wood shakes.

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National Roofing Contractors Association

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