Most people pay no attention to the roof on their house until it leaks, it is then that one realizes just how important a roof is as a failing roof can result in considerable damage to other components of the home as well as interior furnishings.
Aurora IL roofers can offer a considerable number of choices when it comes to residential roofing products, anywhere from popular asphalt shingles to more exotic materials such as wood shakes, ceramic tile and green roofs using recycled rubber shingles.
When choosing the material for the roof on your home you must take into account cost, style, durability, fire safety; longevity and material availability.
Trends in roofing and roofing materials:
As is true with most materials used in home construction there is a growing emphasis on engineered materials. This trend is inevitable as the cost of natural materials such as wood shakes and stone is spiraling higher and higher. Building codes have been revised and most jurisdictions are now demanding the use of fireproof materials.
Perhaps the biggest reason why homeowners and Aurora IL roofers are turning to engineered materials is their ROI, return on investment. The upfront cost of course must be considered but with the reduction in long term maintenance costs and the longevity of the material it is easy to calculate which material provides the best value for money.
Roofing as a long term investment:
When determining the actual cost of roofing it is not just the material costs and the labor charges from the Aurora IL roofers that have been chosen to do the work; it also takes into account the lifecycle cost. An asphalt shingle may last 20 years while a modern metal roof may last 50 or more years.
Many engineered roofing products come with extensive warranties, many in excess of 50 years, with this being the case less costly roofing may not actually be the best investment over the long haul. When you combine this with the enhanced look many of these products can bring to your home and most people quickly realize that it is better to pay a little more up front.
The costs of various roofing materials varies considerably, a common asphalt shingle roof will normally cost about $100 on average per square which is 100 square feet. Metal roofing can start at about the same price while a faux slate roof can cost upwards of $500 per square and it takes highly skilled Aurora IL roofers to install it properly.
Showalter Roofing Services Inc are Aurora IL roofers that can install many different roofing materials on your existing home or your new home currently under construction. Visit our Twitter page for more details.
