Published: 07/06/2021

As an event that only takes place, in many cases, once in a lifetime, having your home’s roof replaced is a significant process with equally significant benefits associated with it. A new roof adds value to your home, updates your curb appeal, and, most importantly, protects what’s inside your home from the weather.

If you’re a homeowner in need of a roof replacement, you may be shocked at the number of different types of roofing materials available. Each of the many different choices of roofing materials have their own set of characteristics that can produce a significantly unique result.

When choosing a roofing material, your roofer will take you through the various features of each to help you make your choice. They include:

Expected Lifespan

The average lifespans of each roofing material are as follows:

• Asphalt 3-tab shingles: 20 to 30 years
• Asphalt architectural shingles: 30 to 50 years
• Wood shingles: 20 to 30 years
• Metal roofs: 40 to 80 years
• Slate, concrete and clay tiles: 60 to 150 years

The actual lifespan of each material will vary depending on the climate in which you live, whether any significant weather events take place and how well you maintain your roof.

Cost

Of course, your roof is a large investment, so you will undoubtedly consider cost in your decision-making process. The average cost per square (100ft2) of the most common roofing materials typically fall into the following ranges:

• Asphalt 3-tab shingles: $170-$440
• Asphalt architectural shingles: $300-$1,500+
• Wood shingles: $480
• Metal roofs: $300-$1,800
• Slate, concrete and clay tiles: $800-$1,800

These price ranges will vary depending on your region’s average pricing, recent weather events, and, most recently, unforeseen incidents like a global pandemic and associated material shortages.

Potential Drawbacks

Though each material has a range of beneficial characteristics, they also each have potential drawbacks, depending on your home’s location, structure and style.

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AKVM is your local Sarasota-Bradenton residential and commercial roofer!

Our experienced roofers will be happy to explain the pros and cons of different roofing options, and we’ll be available every step of the way to answer all of your questions. We understand that choosing a reliable & knowledgeable contractor is the most important aspect of any roofing project, and we want to assure you that you can relax knowing your roof is in the best of hands.

Call today to schedule a free, no-obligation inspection and quote: 941-727-3996

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