roofing materials for your home: The Best Roofing Materials for Your Home
- 06/22/10 06:59 AM
The shape and pitch of your roof are important to the home's aesthetic and structural qualities. But just as essential is the material used to build it. Roofing materials can lend to a home's character, but they can also dictate how long the roof will last and how expensive it is to maintain. I've listed below some pros and cons of some popular roofing materials, and how they fare in our central Texas climate. Asphalt/composite shingles: Most widely used choice, can be installed by most contractors. On the lower end, these can last 15-20 years. The heavier and costlier shingles can survive 40 (2 comments)