Why Asphalt Shingles are the Most Popular Roofing Material

There are many different types of materials that can be used for a roof covering for your home.  Some of the choices include: slate, tile, metal, or terra cotta.  However, one of the most popular choices among American homeowners is asphalt shingles.  There are many benefits of using asphalt shingles for your roof.  Continue reading below to learn about some of the highlighted benefits.

Abundance of Color Choices:  A wide variety of color choices await you, as you decide which color will compliment the rest of your home’s structure, your home’s surroundings, and your own personal style.

Asphalt shingles are well-known for their durability and long-life expectancy:  When installed correctly, asphalt shingles should not curl up during extreme weather patterns, nor will they allow water to penetrate your home.  They can provide years of service for your home — up to 30 years is not unusual.

Budget-friendly material for roofing:  Asphalt shingles are very reasonably priced, especially for the high performance that they provide.  Compared to some other roofing materials, asphalt shingles are less expensive to manufacture, and also are usually less expensive to install.

Very easy to care for:  Asphalt shingles are easy to install and can be used on practically any shape of roof.  They are also very easy to maintain.  Repairs, when needed, are usually straightforward and simple to complete for a roofing contractor.

Variety of installation designs:  Asphalt shingles can be placed in a flat mode, an overlapping mode, or in a special pattern or design.  Asphalt shingles also are available in a variety of textures.  This versatility provides the homeowner great flexibility when creating a unique visual appeal for their home.

Excellent Fire Rating:  When used in conjunction with a fiberglass lining, asphalt shingles offer wonderful (Class A) fire protection for your home.  This feature will help homeowners sleep soundly at night and have peace that they are living underneath good quality products.

Sound protection:  Asphalt shingles help with controlling noise levels from outside disturbances, such as weather-related sounds, traffic noises, or airplanes traveling above your home.  Your home will be a calm, restful place to be as you relax and retreat from the outside world.

In conclusion, when the time arrives for you to install or replace the roof of your home, consider the benefits of using asphalt shingles.  People’s homes are often their largest investment, and your home deserves superior quality materials such as asphalt shingles.  Not only will you be able to find a style that reflects your own personality, but you can live confidently knowing that you have given your home a sturdy covering where everyone that lives under it can thrive and prosper.   ​

Contact the experts at Bill White Roofing and Specialty to schedule a roof replacement today!