Roofing materials installed in large panels are more difficult to replace if damaged than individual shingles.
Proper ventilation to prevent condensation is critical to an efficient roofing system.
Roofing or re-roofing your home will certainly increase its value.
Steel is stronger, pound for pound, and thus less weight is used for metal roofing.
Roofing is a specialized niche in the residential construction industry.
Thatch was predominant roofing material in Britain up until the 19th Century and thatched cottages remain a hallmark of the English Countryside.
While metal roofing is one of the most light-weight roofing materials available, the panels or sheets can have very sharp edges, and wearing gloves while handling the pieces is recommended.
Metal roofing can often be installed over an existing roof, if not, the old shingles will need to be removed first.
Metal roofing is also available in any number of colors through the use of paint.
This cultural and environmental diversity has led to a wide range of roofing materials and styles, from the simple and ephemeral to the more durable and complex.
© 2012 Householders Guide
