You need designer roof shingles like you need designer shoes, sunglasses, handbags, automobiles — basically, if you want designer, it’s worth it.
Your roof takes up a lot of real estate and can make or break curb appeal. Materials for roofing come in many types, and where you live can dictate the best roofing materials to use (as can an expert roofer).
Designer roofing shingles are exactly what they sound like: luxury shingles, often made of fiberglass or asphalt, and created only with superior products. They can look like slate or wood, but are heavier, costlier and last longer.
Other materials can last longer, too, such as copper (which is a designer material in its own right). However, genuine designer roof shingles come in a variety of options, including “special effects” that make roofs look contoured. They’re the crown jewel of any home, and are especially attractive to homeowners with champagne taste who don’t want to bother with re-roofing in a couple of decades.
But just like other types of costlier roofs, the initial upfront cost can come with a bit of a sticker shock. However, if you plan to stay in your home for life, or even many years, a higher upfront cost is worth it when you consider you may never have to re-roof.
A Life of Luxury
One of the biggest advantages of a designer roof is that lifetime warranty. They’re also excellent at minimizing roof deficiencies, so if the roof has any dings or aesthetics problems, they’re impossible to spot most of the time. These roofs are incredibly durable and are able to withstand winds up to 130 mph in some cases (making them nearly a must in Tornado Alley). Most designer roofs last over 25 years, but with regular care and maintenance, they can easily last a lifetime. Homeowners enjoy more protection and a fantastic resale value when going designer.
The sole disadvantage is cost — but you get what you pay for. You can build a home cheaply, or you can build one that will last. A roof undoubtedly takes a beating, whether it’s from fallen branches, snow, hailstorms, pests or UV rays. For home building or renovations, many homeowners create room in the budget for designer roof shingles because they want a roof that will last and look good.
If you want to make a statement and never worry about when you’ll need to re-roof again, take a closer look at designer options, including products by manufacturers like GAF, Atlas, CertainTeed and Tamko. Contact The Roof Doctor today and get an estimate on designer roof shingles — and get ready to fall in love with your home all over again.