What is the Best Roofing Material for Your Home?
You have many choices when it comes to repairing or replacing your home’s roof. Your first decision should be to choose Majestic Exteriors, the New Jersey roofer with the most experience and best service. We’ll help you determine the roofing material and style that offers you the very best protection, with durability and value.
The experts at Majestic have carefully studied the various roofing products available and will suggest the best application for your particular needs. With years of experience and thousands of durable, weather resistant roofs to our credit, our experts will be able to choose the right roof for your home.
Asphalt Shingles
Asphalt shingles are still the most popular choice for roof coverings in America. The positive aspects of asphalt shingles include low installation and maintenance costs. Roofs made out of these shingles come in different grades. The better the grade, the longer the life expectancy, which can range from 15 to more than 30 years. The asphalt covering is actually a composite made up of either a fiberglass or rag mat with asphalt, which is covered with colored mineral granules. Multi-layered shingles give this otherwise thin material improved dimension making it resemble other, thicker materials. Asphalt shingles also come in a variety of colors and styles. Individual shingles may be replaced if damaged. An additional advantage of asphalt shingles is that in certain circumstances, they can be installed over an existing roof of asphalt shingles, eliminating the need to remove the old roof.
Metal Roofing
Lightweight, durable and flexible in terms of look, metal is becoming a choice for those who are looking for a longer service life. More expensive than most other materials (except for slate) metal comes in a wide range of shapes, styles and colors. It can imitate the look of tile, asphalt or slate, be colored in virtually any manner and is available in panels or shingles. Metal roofs often last for 40 years or more and most come with a lifetime warranty.
Slate Roofing
This material is extremely durable and graceful, coming in a variety of looks, while offering low maintenance costs. Typical colors are grey, black and red. Like tile, slate carries the onus of extra weight and this high-quality roofing material can be expensive. However a slate roof can last over 100 years with little or no maintenance.
Tile Roofing
Aesthetically, homeowners are drawn to the look, texture and color choices of tile. Styles include mission, rounded and flat. Priced around the same as wood, tile is made of either concrete or clay and normally lasts over 50 years. Although there’s little maintenance necessary, the underpinning for your roof must be able to handle the extra weight that tile carries and replacement costs are high.
Wood Shingles & Shakes
Wood roofing, which comes in cedar, red wood and cypress, lasts longer and is more expensive than asphalt. It can last for up to thirty-five years. Many people enjoy it for the natural look it provides. Fire resistant shingles are pressure treated with preservatives are safest and last longest. With age, wood may become brittle or shrink, causing the roof covering to be compromised. Individual shingles may be replaced as needed.
We’ll Help You Make the Best Choice
Choosing which type of roof is right for you will depend upon numerous factors, including your budget, taste and needs. Take time to consider the right roofing material that will deliver what you want. We don’t just put on a new roof, we craft a roof to suit your budget and your home’s needs. Remember, a good roof isn’t luck. It is the result of durable quality products, superior craftsmanship and experienced professionalism.
See why for over 17 years Majestic Exteriors has been New Jersey’s choice for safe, durable roofs for homes and businesses. Call today for a free, in-home consultation.
