The 5 best roofing materials

The roof is unique to each house - whether it is adapted in color, shape, and even climate condition, hence we wouldn't say that such a thing as the "best" roof exists.

However, certain materials are objectively better than others for roofing, and that's why we wanted to share them with you to make the best pick, whether you are building a new house or replacing your existing roof.

Without further ado, let's get started:

• Shingles made of composite/asphalt are widely popular due to their relatively low cost and high durability (20 years on average). They are also quite resistant since they were designed to endure harsh climate conditions easily.

• Shingles made of wood are also a popular, cheap option since wood is abundant in almost every state. Besides, they're one of the best-looking shingles, and homeowners love to include them as an essential part of their home design. If well maintained, wood shingles have a life expectancy of 30 years! However, it is not low maintenance since wood is a mold growth-prone material. Therefore, if you do fall for wooden shingles, make sure to take the oath to take proper care of them.

• Shingles made of metal: metal is one of the most durable materials available in the market, with a life expectancy of 40 years on average. They're not the most aesthetically pleasing roofing material, that's true, but technology and modern-day have benefited metal shingles, making them not only more resistant to rust but also resemble other materials, such as wood or clay. Another virtue of metal shingles is that they're also very low maintenance, which, combined with their high durability, makes them the best option for homeowners looking for practicality.

• Tiles made of clay: this look is most common in hot/tropical weathers, and it is the material with the highest life expectancy - more than 100 years! Besides, clay is a pretty noble material since its ability to retain its shape, and its natural anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties make a shallow maintenance roof. But, hey, hang on for a second before buying your clay tiles after this description: this material is way heavier than all the other materials, so if your roof is not resistant enough, it may collapse after you install them. Make sure a contractor (such as Perry Roofings) examines it before telling if it's a candidate or not for clay tiles.

• Slate: in our opinion, this is the most outstanding roofing material. It has everything: durability (up to 100 years), is aesthetically pleasing, and low maintenance. However, just as with clay tiles, they are heavier than all the other options, and you have to study your roof conditions before even planning to install those. Besides, due to its properties, this is the most expensive material of them all - but we think that's an investment worth making because it's never good to spare when it comes to your home.

Perry Roofing is your go-to contractor when it comes to roofing, whether you're building your dream house or you're improving your lifelong home. Visit their website to know more!