Architectural Composition Shingles
Pictured: Timberline Armor Shield Composition Shingle
- Made with fiberglass to help hold the asphalt together and increase durability (AKA asphalt shingles)
- Can be a long-lasting material if maintained properly
- Affordable in comparison to other materials because of its easy installation
- Lightweight, fire-resistant, typically energy-efficient, often low maintenance
- “3-tab shingles” are a common type of bottom-tier composition shingles that are rarely used anymore – consider replacing this type of roof if on your home
Impact Resistant Architectural Composition Shingles
- Asphalt shingle that is reinforced to absorb energy, allowing the roof to better withstand hail or debris
- Uses a class ranking system: Class 1 through Class 4, (4 being highest)
- Ideal for homes in locations with threat of heavy weather or hail
Standing Seam Metal Roof
- Typically an extremely long lasting material if maintained properly
- Lightweight, energy efficient, fire-resistant, environmentally friendly, not prone to rotting, highly wind resistant
- Can be expensive to install/repair, but is generally a longer lasting material
- Made with striations to strengthen and reduce warping