Roofing materials: which ones to choose?

The roof is one of the most important elements of the building. The operational characteristics of the roof directly depend on how correctly the rafter system is built, insulation is carried out and installation works are performed. The correct choice of materials used in the installation process will be no less important. Today, you can purchase various options of materials that differ in operational characteristics.

What is the best thing to buy for roofing?

Modern manufacturers produce goods in this segment, producing them using both classic and innovative technologies. Buyers can be guided not only by the basic parameters of size, the specifics of the raw materials used, but also by the color scheme and surface texture. Among those that are most popular, it is worth noting the following options:

• Cement-sand tiles. Made of sand and cement in various colors. The size of the tiles is 30x30 cm, while they are lightweight and thick. The service life of such tiles is about 100 years.
• Ceramic tiles. For its production, fired clay is used, which determines the red-brown color of the material. Its dimensions are the same as cement-sand tiles, the service life is within 200 years. Allows installation on roofs of different formats, assuming an angle of inclination of at least 22 degrees.
• Metal tiles. This material is based on a thin sheet of rolled metal with a thickness of 0.4-0.5 mm. The surface of finished products is treated with a protective coating of polymers in a variety of colors.
• Bituminous shingles. Having a hydrocarbon base, this material is covered with cellulose, polyester or fiberglass. It is supplied to customers in the form of products measuring 100x30 mm, ensuring convenient installation due to its flexibility. Bitumen shingles have proven themselves well in the arrangement of roofs with a complex structure.
• Seam. It is made of sheets of steel, copper or aluminum, tightly snapped together using a special technology.

Budget materials include roofing felt and slate. As a rule, roofing felt is used mainly on flat roofs, using several installation methods, depending on its varieties. Slate attracts with its affordable price, can serve for about 20-30 years, and is easy to install. It is offered to customers in different shades.

Important points for the correct choice of roofing materials

In most cases, when selecting roofing materials, individual preferences and financial capabilities are taken into account. No less important is the emphasis on the service life of the roofing. As a rule, the minimum indicator of this parameter is considered to be an operational period without repairs of 20 years.

You should also take into account the structural properties of the roof. Experts do not recommend buying ceramic and metal tiles for a straight format. Round roofing does not allow the use of wide and long corrugated sheets.

Another important point is the roof architecture and the total weight of the roof, which should not overload the foundation. If the calculations are incorrect during the purchase of materials, cracks may appear in the building structure, leading to the slow destruction of the walls and foundation.

To avoid mistakes when arranging the roof, it is advisable to entrust this work to specialists from the construction company "RSK ALBA". They will not only create a roofing project, make calculations of the required amount of materials, but also help you decide on its choice.