From sea to shining sea and all around the world, shingle roofing is one of the most common roofing types to be found on houses. You might think that, to be so ubiquitous, shingle roofing must provide a wide variety of benefits that make it more attractive to so many people than the other types of roofing—and you would be right. Shingle roofing has many virtues, such as
- Cost-effectiveness. Possibly the biggest leg up that shingle roofing has over any other type of roofing is how cheap it is to produce and how easy it is to install. This helps cut down costs on materials as well as on labor, making it overall less expensive than any other type of roofing. Its ease of installation also makes it easier to repair, again cutting down costs even after your roof has been put in.
- A variety of aesthetic options. Shingles come in a wide variety of styles and an even wider variety of colors. With so many ways that you can mix and match size, shape, and color, you are almost certain to be able to find an aesthetic that matches your unique vision.
- Recyclable. Although this was not always the case, shingle roofing can now be broken down into energy generation or road repair material, meaning that even after your roof has served its purpose and needs to be replaced, it doesn’t go straight in the trash.
While there are costs and benefits to any kind of roof, shingle roofing is among the most popular for its all-around versatility, affordability, and sustainability.
