Roofing Trends for 2020

Posted 07/01/2019

In Asphalt Shingles, Roof Materials, Roof Shingles, Roof Slates, Roof Styles, Roof Tiles

Georgia Roofing Trends

Roofing trends change every year, this means that the most common options for roofing materials and styles aren’t always the best. To help our clients understand all their options, we’ve broken down the different types of roofs they can choose from when it comes time to replace.

Top Roof Material

Asphalt Shingles- The most common residential roofing material used in the United States, asphalt shingles are popular because they are economical and easy to install. These shingles can be reinforced with fiberglass or organic materials (cellulose) without changing the appearance of the shingle.

Clay and Concrete Tiles- Clay and concrete tiles add texture and elegance to a roof. Genuine flat, ribbed or scalloped clay tiles are extremely durable but also very heavy, and must be installed by a professional. Concrete tiles are versatile and are less expensive than genuine clay, but also have a heavyweight.

Metal Roofing- Metal roofs are resistant to extreme weather conditions. Available in two types, panels, and shingles, metal roofs come in aluminum, copper, stainless steel and zinc.

Wood Shingles and Shake- The go-to roofing choice for hundreds of years, many homeowners love the look of wood shingles and shakes and how they weather to an attractive shade of gray. Wood shakes are handmade and rougher-looking than wood shingles, which are usually cut by machine.

Slate Roof- Offering lots of beauty and a distinctive elegant appearance, slate colors include shades of black, green, grey, red and purple.

Roofing Trends: Top 6 Styles

1. Flat- A flat roof is the simplest kind to build. It takes the least amount of roofing material but needs to be carefully waterproofed, because it doesn’t drain well. If you’d like to relax on a glamorous terrace or plant an eco-friendly urban garden atop your roof, flat design could be for you.

2. Shed – A shed roof consists of a single plane, which is slanted, high on one side, low on the other. This is an improvement on the flat roof due to better drainage.

3. Gable – A gable roof has two sides that slope down from a central ridge. Easy to build and suitable for whatever climate you may live in, it can be vented and doesn’t collect precipitation or debris like fallen leaves. The gable roof allows space for an attic, great for insulation purposes

4. Hipped– A hipped roof has two long sides and two shorter ones slanting down from a ridge in the middle. The eaves can overhang your property, shading overly sunny windows and shielding the entrance, as well as protecting siding from rain. With its high-quality wind resistance, the hipped roof is ideal for warm climates where there are frequent rainstorms.

5. Pyramid– A pyramid roof is similar to the hipped variety, with the difference that the former is topped by a sharp peak instead of a flat ridge.

6. Mansard– A mansard is also a variation on the hipped roof theme, with four sides. There are two slopes to this elegant roofing type, with a lower slope that is much steeper than the upper and contains dormer windows. If you’d like to maximize your usable living space, this design will allow for an additional story under the roof.

Roof Replacement in Atlanta

If you’re in need of a local roofer in the Greater Atlanta Area, hire a team that’s been a part of the community for over 25 years. Select Roofing Consultants is an Atlanta based Roofing Company privately owned and operated and also known as SRC. Our owner remains involved in the process from beginning to end. If you need Quality Roof Repair at competitive prices, choose us as your local Roofing Company. Give us a call today for any of your roofing needs and follow us on Facebook to keep up with the latest offer and roofing tips.

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