Buying a home is the biggest investment that do most of us. The roof of the house plays an important role in maintaining our house and maintain its value on the resale market. Duration of coverage depends on the roof materials used, not the local weather conditions, assistance during installation and use the amount of maintenance. And the roof of asphalt shingles can last from 30 to 40 years, respectively. Clay tile Rofs have a duration of 20 yearsWhereas the metal roof can last for over 40 years.
The sun has a deleterious effect on the roofing material, regardless of the type of roof. The rays are material to expand, contract, warp, curl, and lose strength and form. Factors such as rain water, wind, snow, hail, etc., continues to damage already weakened roof leads to loss, damage, mold and fungal growth.
It will be seen by inspection of the roof has a problem of loss in different placesand that the tiles are worn, replace the roof is a better idea to make repairs. A new roof offers the advantages of a solid protection for your home, preventing damage to structural systems in the house for leaks and a new roof can provide better insulation and change the look of your home.
Types of roofing material
There are many different types of materials used for roofing.
Shingles
WoodShingles is usually made from Western Red Cedar and are popular because they are easy to manufacture, light and has a very strong presence.
Asphalt Shingles
Asphalt is one of the most commonly used roofing materials today. Has a lifespan of 15-25 years. Asphalt shingles have a fiberglass body with asphalt and mineral granules are coated with extra protection. If the edge of the pavement begins to break and warp, this indicates that the age reachedwith the material that has begun to dry and can no longer be a good weather-proofing materials. Asphalt shingles are easy to install and can be a variety of flashing and products on board without special accessories for roof edges, wall sections are used, and fireplaces.
Tiles
Can ceramic tile, clay or cement. Ceramic tiles are preferred in warmer climates. Own style of tile, but it is difficult to install because of their weight. The roofs arestrengthened before cards can be created.
Corrugated
Corrugated iron is durable and has a duration of 50 years and older with regular maintenance, should be removed and protected from moisture. Metal roofs are the leaves, can be found at hardware stores in a variety of colors and can be processed to give the appearance of traditional tiles. They are sturdy and durable.
Slate
Slate is a durable material, the roof almost non-absorbent. Slate hashas been used for centuries. This is a natural product that is resistant to wind, sun, rain and other forces of nature. The soft colors and unique texture with its offer of a mixture of useful life and beauty combined. But difficult to install slate roofs and the material is expensive.
The comparison of the cost of roofing materials
Factors affecting the cost of the roof surface must be covered for the material used, herpes zoster layer; effortand removal of existing roof and some work on gutters and needs fitting. The cost of roofing materials which is usually in the form of squares. A square is equal to an area of 10 meters x 10 meters.
The cost of common roofing materials are listed below. These costs are the costs of installation.
Fiberglass, coated with asphalt
It comes with a warranty of 25-35 years and costs between $ 30 – $ 35 per square foot. Weight per square meter varies from 200 to£ 300.
Wood shingles:
These imply a warranty of 20-30 years and costs between $ 100 – $ 200 per square foot. Weighing ranges from 300 to 350 pounds.
Clay / concrete tiles:
The guarantee of the tiles can be between 25 and 75 years. Tiles can cost between $ 150 – $ 500 per square foot. Weight per square can vary from 500 – 1200 lbs.
Steel and aluminum:
These come with a guarantee of up to 50 years and can cost between $ 150 – $ 250 per square meter.Weight per square meter is 50 to 100 pounds.
Slate:
He carries a guarantee of more than 100 years and will cost between $ 300 – $ 600 per square foot. Weighs between 600 – 2000 pounds per square inch.
How long does it take to install a new roof?
Coverings is a seasonal business, so if you're going to have it done by a roofing contractor, you can not get to the series, after a week or two of acceptance of work. Other important factors are theWeather flat roofs and roofs. An asphalt roof can be finished in 2 or 3 days. A roof of wooden shingles can be defined as 3 or 4 days. Metal roofing can be completed in 2 to 4 days.
A homeowner can do for the roof myself?
Some types of roofs are more suitable for a do-it-yourself project than others. The roof is a very physical job that requires a fair amount of muscle and brain around. The work involves moving a large amount of material and stitchingFlashing installed position requires skill. If you do it right the first time as it is advisable that the assistance of a person who will have before. A roofing project will need an effort of more than one person. An important consideration is the time, if you get a period of good weather to try to stop the job when the weather changes, you should be able to protect the roof over the elements. It should also pay attention to their safety when dealing with differentTools, note the height of the roof is potentially fatal.
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