Consider these roofing materials as you start to build your custom home with Cedar Square Homes.
While you’re exploring the options for your new roof, you have to consider which roofing materials are best suited for your home. The roof of your custom home should significantly impact the aesthetics, safety, and durability. The roofing material will also shape how your roof looks, your home’s overall curb appeal, and how excellent your roof can handle elements as time passes. Consider these roofing materials as you start to build your custom home with Cedar Square Homes. Read on to learn more!
Save the Most Money by Using Asphalt Shingles
Asphalt shingles are the most affordable and common roofing material. They’re also available in different colors. Light-colored asphalt shingles provide greater reflectance, which can strengthen the home’s energy efficiency. However, asphalt shingles might not last as long as other kinds of roofing materials.
Natural Appearances with Wood Shingles
For natural looks, wooden shingles are a good choice for your custom house. They’re machine-cut for clean edges and a uniform finish. Wooden options include cedar, redwood, pine, and cypress, lasting much longer than asphalt. Treated wooden shingles offer a Class A fire rating, whereas untreated versions only achieve Class C. Areas prone to wildfires might not benefit from wooden roofing.
Concrete Tiles Help Save Energy in Your Custom Home
Concrete roof tiles are curated with a lightweight concrete mix, making them rough and simple to install. A few concrete tiles also come with wood and clay fibers added to increase strength without adding more weight. Luckily, concrete tiles could last up to 50 years without having to be replaced and are fully recyclable, with many different style options. However, these tiles are a lot heavier than other kinds of roofing materials, so your custom home will require extra framing and reinforcement.
Metal Roofs Can Last for Decades
Metal roofing materials are highly durable and made of steel, zinc, copper, and aluminum. A lot of them come with Class A fire ratings and are eco-friendly. If your custom home will be in a space that often snows and rains heavily in the winter, just know that the metal roofs could shed snow and water very quickly. On the other hand, the cost is then offset by its durability. The material can dent once it’s impacted, making repairs costly.
Waterproofing Your Roof with Clay Tires
You can usually see clay tiles on the roofing of Mediterranean or Spanish-style homes. These long-lasting tiles are usually glazed or coated with a waterproofing material, which is why they’re fire and pest-resistant. Although clay tiles have a few benefits, they’re heavy and can break easily. This is why they’re so expensive for custom homes.
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