Shingles and shakes
If
you’re building or renovating a home in Charlotte or Concord, NC, you may be
trying to decide what you want your roof to be made of. Asphalt shingles are
lightweight, inexpensive and easy to repair. When they wear out, they can be
recycled into building material. They’re also easy to replace — which is good,
because a lot of things can damage them. When you check your gutters, look for
loose granules at the bottom — they’re a sign your shingles are wearing out.
Wood
takes the form of either shingles or shakes, which have a more natural,
rough-hewn look. Given time, it weathers to a shade of gray. It lasts 30 to 40
years, although shakes last longer than shingles. Whatever form it’s in, wood has
to “breathe” — that is, it needs air circulating around and behind it, and also
needs to be washed and oiled occasionally. If this is done, wood will resist
rot and insects surprisingly well. Unfortunately, it can sometims catch fire.
Slate
and tile last even longer and are highly water-resistant and fireproof, but are
more expensive than asphalt or wood. In addition, they are a lot heavier than
asphalt or wood, so you’ll need strong beams to support them.
Shingle repair by
Charlotte’s best roofing company
If
you need someone to repair your shingle roof, Charlotte and Concord, NC’s bestroofing company is Advanced Roofing and Exteriors. They
have won the Angie’s List Super Service Award twice. Call today for a free
estimate.
