An Insight Into the Life Expectancy of Roofing Materials

Knowing the average service life of certain roofing materials allows you to manage your expectations and gives you ample time to prepare for your next roof replacement. To give you an idea of how long you can expect roof materials to last, your preferred roofing contractor Home Pro Exteriors, Inc. talks about the average life span of the most commonly used roofing materials.

Shingles

Asphalt shingles, particularly the three-tab variant, are considered to be the most popular roofing material, especially in North America. Three-tab asphalt shingles strike the perfect balance between affordability, ease of installation and longevity. Standard-manufactured asphalt shingles can last up to 20 years while higher-end variants can last up to 50 years. Wooden shakes, on the other hand, have a life expectancy of up to 30 years in moderate climates.

Note that some states do not allow the installation of wooden shingles. As such, it’s best to consult your roofing contractor regarding the use of wooden shakes and shingles.

Metal

Metal roofs are typically composed of steel, aluminum, or copper and can last for up to 80 years with proper installation and maintenance. Traditionally, metal roofs consisting of simple, corrugated panels fall short in delivering visual impact. Today, metal roof panels come in a variety of choices and can complement almost any architectural style. Metal is one of the best types of roofing materials in terms of versatility and longevity.

Tiles

With a service life that can span up to 100 years or more, you’d be hard-pressed to find roofing materials as durable as slate, concrete, or clay roofing tiles. Tile roofing may very well be the last roofing material you’d have to purchase. Due to their weight, however, tiles are not suitable for steep roofs but perform spectacularly well in areas with high winds.

Home Pro Exteriors, Inc. specializes in various home improvement services such as roof installation, window replacement and deck customization, to name a few. We have a highly trained team of professionals who are more than qualified to help you achieve your dream home. Call us today at (845) 747-0035 to schedule an appointment. We serve Newburgh, NY.

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When we needed a new roof for our home we were met by Home Pro’s lead man, Dan Lynch, who provided us with a detailed breakdown of what the job entailed and the steps that would be taken to complete it. That breakdown was clear, concise and followed thru with professionalism. Home Pro gave us a quality job at a fair price, and you can’t ask for more.

Robert P StoeckleOrange County, NY

This is the second time we have used Home Pro Exteriors. First time we had a new roof installed and we were completely satisfied with their work. Clean and efficient. Never know the crew was there! Now we had a new window installed in our bedroom…Wow what a difference! both of the crews that worked on our home were extremely professional. and again you would never know any work was done clean and efficient as usual. We would recommend Home Pro to anyone looking for the very best in exterior work for their home.

Larry VillaOrange County, NY

My wife and I decided to build a home from the ground up. With all the things we had to worry about we didn’t want finding a reliable contractor to be one of them. We called Home Pro to put up the siding because they offered the product and color we were looking for. Their execution was impeccable and more importantly they were honest and reliable.

Terry A.Orange County, NY

I hired Home Pro Exteriors to help us execute several projects on a home renovation show and Joe and his crew were as good as it gets. He was professional, friendly, courteous, and worked effectively and efficiently to get the job done. Not only did Joe help execute ideas, but he built an art studio from scratch and made our clients cry tears of joy. He even designed and custom made draft boards for the artist himself...

Meaghan Lyric PerezOrange County, NY

We thought redoing our roof would be a nightmare but Home Pro was a dream come true. We really appreciated the time they took to explain what we could expect of the project. Their workers were skilled and a pleasure to deal with. We’re very happy with the finished result and have already recommended Home Pro to others!

Diana H.Orange County, NY

We used Home Pro Exterior to raise my mothers house they gave us a time & day. They showed up and did the work. No problems. Everyone was nice & cleaned up afterwards. Very professional. Hiring them for more work to be done. Very reliable company. Thank you Bill & Joe

Mary Schumacher-SalamoneOrange County, NY

We finally decided this was the year to build a patio room off the living room. We called several companies for an estimate, and we are so glad Home Pro was one of them. They listened to our needs and worked with us to build a suitable design. They always came on time, kept the space clean, and finished within the timeline given. We are so happy with our patio room! Thanks guys!

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