Metal roofing has aesthetic advantages, being able to mimic many other forms of roofing, and enjoys the longest practical service life.
Roofing technology has evolved rapidly and there is now a wide range of materials that can be used to create a roof today.
Roofing is a specialized niche in the residential construction industry.
The recognized need to use renewable resources has led to a revival of traditional, natural building methods, along with a growing market for biomass roofing.
The most popular types of metal roofing include standing seam panels, flat lock panels, individual overlapping tiles, or panels that have the appearance of Spanish tiles.
Roofing treated with zinc or copper particles for algae resistance is a good idea in humid climates.
Thatch was predominant roofing material in Britain up until the 19th Century and thatched cottages remain a hallmark of the English Countryside.
Roof leaks are not always the sign of a failed roofing system.
It’s advisable to keep the roof and guttering in a good condition to enable a property to remain weatherproof.
Algae stains that occur on asphalt shingle roofs are usually appear on the north side.
© 2012 Householders Guide
