Here’s why you should consider asphalt shingles first
Variety
Because asphalt shingles are one of the most popular roofing materials available, they come in a wide variety of makes and models. Indeed, the design variety available through asphalt shingles is astounding for something that most people would consider to be more of a commodity, rather than a home improvement design element. While 3-tab shingles are traditional and are seen far and wide on many different architectural styles, there’s also a selection of unique shapes and colors that you can use to enhance the unique look of your property. Indeed, there are some that are cut to have the same look as cedar shakes or slate so that you can have the same design aesthetic of these sought after materials without having to deal with the risk.
Energy Efficient
Asphalt roofing is, surprisingly, one of the more energy efficient and green roofing options available on the market. While clay tiles can last forever, they’ll still crumble and won’t do much to protect from temperature. Slate tiles need to be mined from queries and wooden shakes need to be made from cut down trees. However, asphalt shingles can be made from recycled materials and still offer premium energy savings benefits in addition to their other benefits. The whole system associated with asphalt shingles is actually very energy efficient in and of itself. The underlayment and roofing system that’s installed with your new roof replacement serves to help you save energy in the form of heating and cooling costs. Indeed, you can even go so far as to purchase shingles in different tones to reflect the sunlight back away from the home and reduce the temperature of the roof’s surface. Plus, you can select an underlayment that is built specifically to keep energy costs at a minimum.
Contact Schroeder Roofing Today
Ready to start your roofing project now that you’re armed with the knowledge about one of the best roofing materials available? Reach out to us today to get started. The experts at Schroeder Roofing will help guide you through the process of choosing the right materials for your roof and outlining other details. As a family owned company in the Northern Colorado area, we’re passionate about helping our friends and neighbors in the community keep a roof over their head. We’re here to help make the process as smooth and easy as possible. Start your initial consultation with us today!