Asphalt Roof
Asphalt tile roofs come with a long list of benefits that make this a wonderful choice. If you are looking for both affordability and durability, then this is a great option. In addition, asphalt tiles come in a variety of styles and colors that make this an excellent choice aesthetically regardless of the style of your building.
Asphalt Roof Considerations
Asphalt roofing shingles are popular for a reason. Not only are they one of the most affordable choices for your roof, but asphalt shingles are also more durable than many other types of roofing materials. This means that not only will your roof last longer, but it will require less maintenance over time while protecting your home from the elements. Asphalt tiles come in a variety of textures and styles that complement nearly any type of architectural design.
BENEFITS OF ASPHALT TILE
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Asphalt shingles are made to last. Made up of fiberglass, asphalt and ceramic particles, each component has its own benefits. While the fiberglass provides strength, the asphalt material protects against water penetration and the ceramic particles add color along with protection from the sun's UV rays. This combination allows asphalt shingles the ability to deal with harsh weather conditions and also allows for easy repair.
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Here's seven reasons why you might want to consider asphalt shingles for your next roof project:
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1. Versatile. There are as many roof styles as there are personality types. Some of straight and flat and others are pitched and angled and asphalt shingles can be used on them all. Regardless of whether you have a gable roof or a hip roof or lots of angles in between, asphalt shingles can cover all of them quite nicely. In fact, asphalt shingles can even be used on walls as siding.
2. Wide variety of shapes, styles and colors. Asphalt shingles have the largest variety of finishes and colors than any other roofing material allowing them to fit almost any aeshetic style. In addition, they can mimic more premium materials such as wood, slate, and ceramic at a more affordable price giving your more options to match the design of your choice.
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3. Lightweight. Next to metal roofing, asphalt shingles are the second lightest roofing material which helps to limit the amount of strain placed on the structure. With asphalt shingles you can completely redo your roof without worrying about having to reinforce walls, headers or add support beams. It also means that they are easy to install which means labor costs are reduced.
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4. Fire and waterproof. The modified bitumen and mineral aggregate in asphalt shingles do not burn easily which aids in preventing both fire and water damage. These characteristics make it difficult for a fire to spread across your roof or for water used to extinguish a fire to penetrate the building. Asphalt shingles are resistant to mold, moss and mildew as well.
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5. Quick & Easy to Repair: Because of their light weight and relatively level overlapping seams, asphalt shingles are easy to walk on and easy to repair. Individual shingles can be easily removed and replaced or entire sections can be repaired without having to touch the rest of the roof. Asphalt shingles also don’t need a lot of maintenance. Just check your roof twice a year and replace any damaged shingles and your roof will last for decades.
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6. Recyclable. If you are repairing or replacing an asphalt shingled roof, the removed shingles can be recycled into new ones. They can also be broken down into small particles to be used as a patching material on ramps and sidewalks, used to fill potholes and even for repaving.
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7. Soundproof. The composition of asphalt shingles reduces sound protecting you from noisy neighbors, high-speed cars, and loud neighboring pets.
There are many benefits to asphalt shingles that make it one of the most popular roofing material across the U.S. Whether you are in need of repair, need to redo your entire roof or are considering the next best step in new home design, let the experts at El Puma Roofing guide you to a successful outcome that you will enjoy for years to come.
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