SELECTING THE RIGHT ROOF FOR YOUR HOME

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SELECTING THE RIGHT ROOF FOR YOUR HOME
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• Choosing the right roof for your home is
  essential for many reasons, as not only can it go
  on to become the defining feature of the
  property, but it needs to keep you dry, insulated
  and protected from the elements, too.
• Of course, if youre building a new home from
  scratch, then the type of roof that you choose
  and the material that it will be made from, will
  depend a lot upon the building it will sit on top
  of. If youre using an architect to help design
  your new home, they will work with you and
  engineers to determine the roof material type and
  style. The weight will need to be carefully
  considered before the structural calculations can
  be finalised.

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• Lets look in a little more detail at some of the
  things you might need to consider before
  selecting the right roof for your home
• Cost
• Cost can vary hugely depending on many factors,
  such as the size of the roof and the materials
  its constructed from. If youre re-roofing or
  remodelling your existing roof and the weight of
  the new roof is more than the existing one, then
  there may be significant costs involved your
  budget may well determine the type of roof you
  end up choosing.

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• Style
• The style of your roof is something that you
  should talk at length to your architect about,
  and keep in mind that some materials are good
  historical matches for certain styles of home.
• Roofing materials
• With so many different roof materials available
  today, knowing which one would best suit your
  home can be tricky, but here are some of the most
  common materials along with a brief description
  of their attributes

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• Asphalt or composition roofs
• This is without doubt the most popular roofing
  material in the U.S. due in part to its cost and
  ease of installation. These roofs also come in
  many different colors and styles.
• Clay roof tiles
• This ancient roof material is delicate and costly
  but is a popular choice for certain homeowners
  wanting to give their home a more romantic and
  authentic look.

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• Wood shingles and shakes
• With its significantly poorer fire rating, while
  being easy to work with this material is no
  longer as popular as it once was.
• Concrete roof tiles
• These are a durable and cheaper alternative to
  costly clay or slate tiles.
• Metal roofs
• These roofs have a much higher performance rating
  than most other materials and can be adapted to
  suit both modern and historical styles of
  buildings.

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• With various manufacturers making metal roofs in
  a wide variety of colors, they are a popular
  choice among homeowners nowadays.
• Slate roofs
• Although more expensive, slate tiles are durable
  and can give a home a natural but modern look.
• Selecting the right roof for your home can be
  made a lot simpler if you talk to your local,
  professional roofing company they will go
  through your options with you and help you make a
  choice that is both cost effective, durable and
  stylish.

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