When it comes to the roof over your head, there are a variety of materials and options to choose form. Shingle roofs are one of the more common types of materials found on the roofs of homes. Roof shingles come in many color and texture choices. The purpose of roof shingles is to form a waterproof barrier to protect the entire structure that is your home. Roof shingles also vary in length of warranty, durability, appearance and affordability. Roof Shingles come in many forms. For the purpose of this article, we are going to highlight the most common types of roof shingles.
Asphalt Shingles
One of the most common types of roof shingles is asphalt shingles. Asphalt Shingles for roofs are the most cost-effective solution for homeowners. Asphalt shingle roofs are one of the most popular and affordable styles of roofing.
- Come in a variety of materials such as fiberglass and organic
- Select a variety of different sizes, colors and styles
- Color and style options include: weathered wood, bark wood, slate, charcoal
- Many types of asphalt shingles meet Energy Star standards. This allows you to save on energy bills.
Unfortunately, one of the disadvantages of asphalt shingles is they don’t hold up very well in locations where the temperature suddenly fluctuates. When this occurs, it will cause the shingles to become brittle. Asphalt shingles might break in moderate climates, but this is less likely. Keep in mind that asphalt shingles they can only be used on a roof with a steep slope.
Fiberglass Shingles
Roof shingles such as fiberglass asphalt shingles are made from a fiberglass base mat and layered with a waterproof coating. Fiberglass asphalt shingles are lightweight, fire-resistant, longer warranty, less expensive than other types of roofing, resistant to UV rays and durable.
Three-Tab Shingles & Architectural Shingles
Three-tab shingles are a type of asphalt roof shingle style. Three-tab roof shingles create the typical rectangular shingle style that is common on top of American homes. They create a one-dimensional style laid flat. Architectural roof shingles contain a premium form of asphalt shingle. There are a few differences between three-tab and architectural shingles:
- Three-tab shingles are one-dimensional while architectural shingles are dimensional
- Three- tab shingles are less expensive from architectural shingles
- Architectural shingles last longer, look better, and are more resistant to high winds
- Architectural shingles can be made to look like wood, shake, slate and tile.
- Architectural shingles aren’t made with cutouts, but three-tab shingles are.
- Architectural shingles have more asphalt, which gives it more curves than three tab
- Architectural shingles are waterproof but not recommended for roofs with a low slope – roof’s susceptibility to wind-driven rain.
Slate Shingles
A durable type of roof shingle is slate shingles. Slate shingles can last between 80 to 100 years. When it comes to slate shingles, the materials are heavy. Don’t risk an injury by trying to repair a slate roof shingle yourself. They work well for water and damage resistance. This is ideal for freezing winter climates or rain-heavy areas. This type of roof shingle comes in a variety of colors such as black, green, gray and red. Slate shingles can be:
- Expensive compared to other roof shingles
- Expensive to repair
- Considerably heavy and may not be ideal if your home can’t handle the weight
Castle Roofing specializes in shingle roofing as well as providing services such as roof leak repair and roof inspections. Check out Castle Roofing’s gallery on the bottom of our site to view our professional roofing work. Castle Roofing services all of Central Florida: Apopka, Forest City, Hiawassee, Lake Mary, Wekiva Springs, Maitland, Winter Park, Paradise Heights and more.
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