Residential & Commercial
Roofing & Shingles
A
roof can account for as much as 40% of your home’s
exterior surface. Some surfaces are more beautiful
and durable than others, and some are more
affordable. Your roof has to be able to handle
incredible conditions along with heat and freezing
weather. If it is in poor condition, it could easily
leak and possibly even cave in during a bad storm or
with the weight of snow and ice.
Residential roofing
materials have actually improved over 50 % in the
past decade. This brings better quality materials
that can last a lot longer than before. You have
more designs and colors to choose from, and can even
get the texture you want too.
As an experienced
licensed residential roofing contractor, we have the
knowledge along with over 20 years experience in
roof repairs and installs. Our residential roofing
services come with a no leak guarantee so you can
rest assured your roof is working properly. Our
consultants are highly trained in assisting and
recovering small and large loss insurance claims.
Asphalt
Asphalt
(or Composition) Shingles are the most widely used
roofing products in the United States. They come in
a variety of styles, shapes and colors, and are
usually the most economical choice for residential
and steep slope properties. The two styles of
asphalt shingles are dimensional and 3-Tab.
- 3-Tab
shingles are flat in appearance and tend to
be thinner than dimensional shingles. 3-Tab
shingles usually have a 20 or 25-year
manufacturer's warranty, and are the most
economical choice of all the roofing systems.
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Dimensional
shingles (also referred to as Laminate or
Architectural) are colored to have a shadow
effect to make them appear 3-dimensional. The
purpose of this is purely aesthetic - to make
them look similar to wood shake roofs. Because
dimensional shingles are thicker than 3-Tab,
they tend to have a higher wind-rating and a
longer expected life span. The manufacturer’s
suggested life span for dimensional shingles
range from 30 to 50 years, with some companies
offering a lifetime manufacturer’s warranty.
Tile
Tile
is generally made from one of two materials:
concrete or clay. Roofing systems made from either
concrete or clay are durable, aesthetically
appealing, and relatively low in maintenance. They
tend to be energy efficient, helping to maintain
interior temperatures at a lower cost than other
roofing systems. The biggest downfall of tile is
that material and installation costs are
considerably higher than asphalt shingles. However,
because tile is so durable and low maintenance,
manufacturers offer warranties that range from 50
years to the lifetime of the structure. For this
reason, many feel that the price of tile is actually
comparable to other systems.
Metal
Most
metal roofing products consist of steel or aluminum.
Steel is galvanized by the application of a zinc or
zinc/aluminum coating, which reduces the rate of
corrosion. Metal roofs are great for any type of
roof and offer homeowners a multitude of colors to
choose from. Most metal roofs are installed in
sheets, but the past several years have seen an
increase in stone coated steel products (see
Specialty Products) which are made to look like
shingles or tile. Like tile, the cost of metal
roofing is initially higher than some other systems,
but it has a longer lifetime than other materials
(typically 2 to 3 times longer than asphalt or wood
shingles), and can significantly lower heating and
air conditioning costs.
Wood Shake &
Shingles
There
are two types of wood products commonly used on
roofs, both are typically made of cedar: wood shake
and wood shingles. Wood shakes are irregular and
rough-textured. Wood shingles (or "shake perfect")
are cut to a specific size and have a smooth finish.
Wood gives a natural, traditional look to a home
while providing reliable, modern performance.
However, wood also requires more maintenance to
protect it from the elements. Mold, rot and insects
can present problems. With proper care and
maintenance, wood roofs have a life expectancy of up
to 30 years, however, if the contractor uses low
quality materials or if the workmanship is poor, the
life of the roof can dramatically decline. Most wood
roofing products are unrated by fire safety codes.
Many use wipe or spray-on fire retardants, which are
effective for a few years. Some pressure-treated
products are impregnated with fire retardant and
meet national fire safety standards.
Stone-Coated Steel
The
pictures to the right may look like regular shingle
and tile roofs, but they are actually made of steel!
Stone coated steel products have become very popular
in the past several years. Steel is lightweight and
durable, and with the stone coating, they look
almost exactly like shingles or tile. These products
are perfect for anyone wanting the look of tile
without the heavy material, or the architectural
look of shingles, but with added strength. Some
manufacturers offer a 50 year manufacturer's
warranty including a 120 mph wind warranty.
Commercial Flat
Roofs
There
are a number of available options for commercial
flat roofs. A relatively new product, Duro-Last,
offers an exceptional product with a warranty to
back it up. Duro-Last is a custom, pre-fabricated
membrane. It is durable, single-ply, leak proof, and
resistant to chemicals, fire and high winds.
Furthermore, it is virtually maintenance free.
Because the system is pre-fabricated in a controlled
factory environment, there are no loud machines,
fumes or hazardous materials to interrupt a busy
commercial building at work. Duro-Last offers a
15-20 year warranty protecting against ponding water
and damages to the interior of the building
(including any property inside the building) that
result from defects in the material. Duro-Last is
energy efficient and is actually the only white,
single-ply system rated by ENERGY STAR to retain
reflectivity of greater than 85% after 3 years of
weathering.
