Think a building needs a new roof? Many people who are looking for Roof Replacement Tucson think that they have to replace their existing roof with the same style roof. However, there are a variety of different types of roofing that are used successfully in Tucson and the surrounding area. These roofs include shingles, wood shake, clay tile, concrete tile, flat roofs, and metal roofs. Therefore, it may be a good idea to consider all of the options when looking at a replacement roof.
Shingles
Shingle roofs are made of flat, overlapping elements that fit together to provide a secure roof covering. Most modern shingles are made of asphalt, though there are various types of shingles and different types are rated for different numbers of years.
Wood Shake
Wood shakes are basically shingles made out of wood. However, shakes look different from the typical flat, overlapping concept of the regular shingles. Shakes are generally thin and tapered in appearance, and are traditionally made from hand-split wooden logs. However, it is possible to get a shake look using simulated or mass-produced materials.
Clay Tile
Clay tiles are made of terracotta or slate and usually contain a waterproof coating. They come in a variety of different designs. One of the most durable of all roofing materials, clay tile roofs can last up to 100 years.
Concrete Tile
Concrete tiles can be created to look like clay tiles or like other roofing materials. Highly durable, concrete tiles are a more affordable option than most clay tiles. However, they have a life-span that is about half of that of a clay tile roof.
Metal Roofs
Metal roofs can last up to three times as long as a typical shingle roof. However, they can be very noisy, which means that they are often avoided in residential contexts. They are very popular for commercial properties.
Flat Roofs
Generally a property with a pitched roof cannot be easily converted to a flat roof system, which are much more common in commercial properties than residential properties. However, flat roofs are ideal in arid climates like Tucson and open up the possibility of using the roof as an additional living space.
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