A question about shingles,
tiles and shakes
What are the differences
between asphalt, wood, tile and slate roofs?
Asphalt
shingles were the most popular as recently as 2014. They usually last about 20
years, but you’re probably going to need shingle repair at some point.
Wooden
shingles, which are most often made of cypress, pine, redwood or western red
cedar, last 30 to 40 years. They stand up to rot and insects surprisingly well,
but of course thwy eill burn. Wooden shingles made by splitting rather than
sawing wood are called shakes, and last much longer than regular wooden
shingles.
Tile
lasts even longer than wooden shakes — possibly more than a hundred years. It comes
in any color you could want, is energy-efficient, fire-resistant and
weatherproof. Its biggest drawback is its weight — don’t switch to tile roofing
until your roofing contractor has assured you that your roof is strong enough
to support it.
Slate
shingles can last for centuries and are completely water-resistant, but can be
brittle. They’ll stand up to impacts, but not the pressure of a human foot — so
don’t try to walk on them.
Shingle repair by
Charlotte’s best roofing company
If
you need someone to perform shingle repair on your roof, Charlotte and Concord,
NC’s best roofing company is Advanced Roofing and Exteriors. They
have won the Angie’s List Super Service Award twice and are an Owens Corning
preferred contractor and a member of the Home Builders Association of
Charlotte. Call
today for a free estimate on shingle repair.
