How to Choose the Best Shingles for Roofing

Choosing the right shingles for roofing may seem like a very cut and dry operation, but there are many fine points to take into consideration.  After all, there are many different kinds of shingles and roofing options.  The key is to be an informed consumer and educate yourself about the options so that the decision you make is based on information rather than what someone else thinks you need.

Here are three things to consider when trying choosing the best shingles for the roofing on your house:

1. Material – While some people think that asphalt shingles are the only option for roofing, there are many other choices.  The key is to ask yourself which type is best—not which is the most popular.  While asphalt shingles certainly are the most popular, other options include aluminum roofing, wood shingles, and slate or clay tiles.  All of these materials have advantages and disadvantages, so just consider the options and decide which kind of roofing works the best for your house.
2. Color – The question of color can be somewhat related to the material you choose for your roofing, but even when considering asphalt shingles, you do have options.  White and tan are two of the most popular options here in Phoenix, the Valley of the Sun, but some even have a greenish tint to them.  Consider the color of the siding or stucco on your house and then choose the best color and type of material for your roofing.
3. Dimension – Just like with paint, the shingles you choose for roofing can also add dimension to the exterior of your house.  Shingles that are very thick create a nice textured look that will make your home stand out, especially if the roofing is the only unique feature you can highlight because of how the rest of the home’s exterior looks.

It may seem difficult to choose the right shingles for the roofing on your house, but when you understand the many options that are available, you can make a wise decision.  It is possible to choose shingles that both look great and will also last you for a very long time.

Overson Roofing provides shingles for roofing, hail storm damage, and other roofing services for residents in the Phoenix area.

You can learn more about specific shingle products by visiting the shingle manufacturers websites.  Due to weather differences across the country you will have to enter your zip code to see products that are recommended specifically for the southwest.  Here are some of the manufacturers:

Owens Corning

GAF

Certainteed

Tamko

Malarkey