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A Durable And Cost Effective Roofing Alternative


 
When thinking about how best to protect your home from the elements, the obvious place to start is with the roof.  Yet, with the variety of roofing shingles available on the market, the task of deciding on which kind of roof to choose for your home can be daunting.  After weighing all the options and taking into account cost, longevity, appearance and other considerations, asphalt roofing shingles might just be the way to go.

There are arguments for steel roofing, metal roofing, tile roofing and others, but you should be clear on all your objectives, including budget, before deciding.  You might ask yourself how long you plan to stay in your current home.  Many studies show that the average homeowner changes homes at least every seven years, and in some parts of the country, even more frequently.  If that is likely to be your case, then perhaps the less expensive option of asphalt roofing shingles should be seriously considered.

At any rate, these roofing shingles are built to last considerably longer than the average homeowner stay.  The life expectancy of an asphalt roof, as a general rule, is between 15 and 30 years.  In regions of the country with extreme heat like Las Vegas or Phoenix or areas with seasonally extreme weather conditions like Detroit, Chicago or Cleveland, the life expectancy of this kind of roof could adjust downward, but only moderately.

Aside from being one of the more affordable options, installing asphalt rolled roofing shingles is much easier.  Apart from nails and tar, the roofing supplies needed to complete the project are limited.  In addition, if you consider yourself adept at home improvement and you have the time and a couple of helping hands, you can usually avoid the cost of roofing contractors.

You need not worry if you will or will not be able to match or complement the design and color scheme of your home.  Asphalt roofing shingles come in a wide selection of colors.  Different manufactures offer more choices than others, so you should do a little sleuth work before deciding, that is if color is a major criteria for you.  CertainTeed, GAF, Owens Corning and Tamko are just a few of the brands you might take a look at before making a decision.

Each manufacturer generally offers roofing with different fire ratings, impact ratings, and shingle options that are resistant to fungus.  You should be aware of these features when doing your comparison shopping.

After careful evaluation and comparison (especially if you decide to take on the project yourself), asphalt shingles probably sound like an attractive alternative when compared to other roofing shingles.  You may just be convinced that you can protect your home and keep some money in your pocket.


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