Residential Products

Asphalt Shingles

Asphalt shingles are the most popular choice for roofing material. Compared to other roofing options advantages include: installation, maintenance, aesthetics, and cost.

Installation -  Asphalt shingles are an easy type of roofing material to install. Asphalt shingles are flexible and sturdy, which makes them compatible with many roof designs. Some brands require special tools and have to be installed by professionals. Most homeowners can install common asphalt shingles without professional help - check out our Resource Blog for tips.  

Maintenance - Many roofing materials require seasonal maintenance to keep their appearance. Asphalt roof shingles will continue looking good with little maintenance. Also, if damaged, asphalt shingles can easily be repaired.

Aesthetics - Asphalt shingles come in a wide variety of textures and colors. You will have no trouble finding a look to match your home. Also, asphalt roof shingles can be manufactured to look like more expensive, natural materials. You can have a roof that looks like cedar shakes, slate, tile, or wood. This will give you the advantage of the more expensive look, while retaining the performance benefits of asphalt roof shingles.

Cost - Asphalt shingles can be very affordable because they can be efficiently manufactured in high volumes and relatively inexpensive to produce. Cost of installation is also relatively inexpensive when compared to other materials. Besides being light on your wallet, asphalt is also light in weight and very durable.

Cedar Shakes

The cedar shake roof has a very distinctive appearance which people often find appealing. Although a cedar shake roof can be more expensive to install than some roofing materials, the cost may be outweighed by the numerous benefits, including long term durability, insulation, aesthetics, and resale value.

Durability - One advantage to a cedar shake roof is durability. Cedar resists insects and UV damage naturally, and it also withstands hail and heavy storms. The shakes will remain flat, with minimal shrinkage and splitting over their lifetime, and if the roof is installed properly, minimal loss of shakes should be experienced in heavy weather.

Insulation - Being a softwood, cedar shakes are also an excellent insulator. The wood is filled with numerous large cells which fill with air, an ideal insulation material. A cedar shake roof can help to keep a home cool in the summer and warm in the winter to save on heating and cooling costs. The roof can also last for 30 to 40 years, unlike some other roofing materials.

Aesthetics - Cedar Shakes are a very natural, sustainable, beautiful roofing option when it comes to roof coverings. The aesthetic appearance and the natural durability of cedar add property value to your home. These are just some of the reasons cedar is so often used as a roof covering.

Resale Value - Having a cedar shake roof will add to a home's resale value. It is certainly something to consider with the average U.S. household moving every 7 years. The investment in cedar shakes may be costly at the beginning, but the result will be a durable, long-lasting roof which can be used as a selling point if the home is ever brought to the market. Having a cedar shake roof may make a home more appealing to prospective buyers, and it will increase the amount that people are willing to pay for a home.

Slate Roofing

When looking for a roofing material, there are a few characteristics that are especially desirable. Though the options are numerous, few roofing materials offer as many advantages as slate. Slate is durable, has a very natural appearance, and low maintenance.

Durable - Slate is an extremely durable material. Slate used for roofing is obtained from rock quarries and is cut by hand. Generally, a slate roof can have a lifespan of up to 75 years or more. Additionally, slate provides excellent fire protection. Unlike roofs made of wood, slate will stand up to flames without burning. Slate roofs are also storm and wind resistant. Exposure to natural elements will not compromise the look or structure of the tiles, nor will they retain damaging snow or ice.

Natural Appearance - One main benefit of a slate roof is that it provides the roof of the house with a very natural-looking appearance. Unlike other durable roofing materials, such as tin or concrete, which can sometimes be eyesores, slate has an aesthetically pleasing look. Additionally, slate can be obtained in variety of natural colors, allowing for an easily customized look. Contact 3Bids for the selections we have to offer.

Low Maintenance - Slate roofing is very low maintenance. Due to the nature of the materials, initial installation generally requires an experienced professional. Slate must usually be shaped by hand to fit specific roof specifications. Also, the material has the potential to break if stepped on. These reasons make do-it-yourself installation impractical. However, once installed, the slate roof will provide decades of reliable service with little to no additional maintenance.

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