If you live in Lake Zurich, IL, and you are interested in replacing your home’s current roof, you have options. There are traditional asphalt shingles, cedar shake shingles, and the cedar and slate composite shake shingles. To pick the best type of roofing from Lake Zurich roofing contractors, consider the pros and cons of each of these roofing materials.
Asphalt Shingles
Tough and durable, these traditional shingles can take a beating and still protect your home. Short of being pummeled with softball-sized hail or ripped off in a tornado, asphalt shingles have been the go-to roofing material for decades. The only downside is that they need a little more upkeep to last, and you will have to replace the roof again in ten to twenty years.
Cedar Shake Shingles
Cedar shake shingles are made of cedar and are usually installed one wooden shingle at a time. They offer protection against bug pests as well as moisture. Homeowners love them for their storybook look and thickly layered shingle appearance.
Shake and Slate Composite Shingles
Want the look of cedar shake but with greater longevity and durability? Then you want the shake and slate composite shingles. They are partly pulped wood combined in part with slate chips and pressed into shingle shapes. They are less likely to accumulate organic matter (e.g., moss) than full cedar shake shingles.
If you would like to get a quote for your new Lake Zurich roofing, contact Olson Windows, Doors, Siding & Roofing.
