Fiberglass roof shingles are the most cost-effective and ... of higher-end roofing materials such as wood shakes or natural slate, they’re essentially the visual standard for residential buildings.

The Basics of Roof Replacement Aesthetic appeal Natural product Extremely long-lasting Fire-resistant Insect proof Recyclable Slate roof shingles are made from natural stone quarried directly from ...

Slate shingles are made from natural stone and ... Tiles are also costlier than other options. Another common roof shingle material is wood, which is usually made from red cedar, treated pine ...

Asphalt shingle types include architectural shingles ... Think of a cedar roof, with its wood shingles overlapping, or a slate tile roof reminiscent of 19th-century townhomes.

Dan Simms is a contributing writer at USA TODAY Homefront specializing in home repair, renovation and renewable energy. While working as a property manager for one of the largest real estate ...

Both materials have finish options for every housing style. Today’s shingle roofs can mimic the look of slate, wood shakes, and tile. You can find shingles with scalloped edges for Queen Anne homes or ...

Every person who has visited my house says the same thing, “Holy cow, that’s a gorgeous slate roof.” I have an extra shingle next to my garage door that I like to show them. Each person is ...

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Every person who has visited my house, including those making deliveries, says the same thing, “Holy cow, that’s a gorgeous slate roof.” I have an extra shingle next to my garage door that I ...

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