Explaining Roofing Materials And Their
Lifespan In Alamo City’s Climate
Comparing Roofing Materials
Performance In Texas
Let’s say you’ve entertained the idea of an asphalt shingle roof because it’s easy to install. Fair enough. But you should also consider longevity when choosing roofing materials in Alamo City.
Texas is a wonderful place to live, but its weather is also temperamental. San Antonio is prone to high winds and large hail, which can damage roofing.
Lynx Roofing has provided residential roof replacements to many homeowners throughout the San Antonio – New Braunfels Metro Area. Our experience has taught us a thing or two about roofing materials, which we further explain below.
Asphalt Shingle Roofs
We’ll start with the country’s most common choice, asphalt shingles, which can last 15 to 30 years with proper care. They’re popular because they’re cheap and easy to install and replace.
That said, asphalt shingles are vulnerable to wind uplift and crack easily…if you opt for lower quality shingles. High-quality shingles will give your roof more durability.
Lynx Roofing uses highly durable GAF shingles, which are manufactured to withstand hail impact, water damage, and hurricane-force winds. Shingle roofing doesn’t have equal fragility; choose the right roofer to get a tough asphalt shingle roof.
Metal Roofing
Metal roofing can last between 30 and 80 years, depending on your chosen type. Take copper as an example: it’s exceptionally durable and capable of lasting well for over a century with proper installation and maintenance.
The longevity of other types of metals is as follows:
- Zinc – between 80 and 100 years
- Aluminum – between 40 and 60 years
- Coated Steel – between 40 and 70 years
Metal roofs are also fire and wind-resistant. They won’t rot and are low-maintenance. Metal roofing is even environmentally friendly because it’s energy efficient – it’s good at reflecting solar energy.
But to have all the benefits metal roofing can bring, you must have an expert install your metal roofing. Improper installation can lead to openings between the seams, allowing for leaks – this isn’t a problem for Lynx Roofing, though.
Not only do we use high-quality roofing provided by the Coated Metals Group (CGM), but we’re also experts at metal roof installation. We get the job done carefully and efficiently.
Flat Roofing
Flat roofing is a residential roof replacement option that may not occur to many people. Flat roofing, specifically TPO, can last between 15 and 30 years, if properly maintained.
A flat roof is ideal for homeowners looking to save on installation, material, and labor costs, given how inexpensive it is. They also offer a more modern aesthetic and can be converted into usable space, like rooftop patios.
How much mileage you get from a flat roof depends on the installation. Poor installation can cause moisture infiltration and a shortened lifespan.
You need a skillful and experienced team like Lynx Roofing for the job. We’ve done plenty of residential flat roof replacements to help modernize local Alamo City homes.
Tile Roofs
How long a tile roof lasts depends on your tile type. Clay tiles can last up to a century. Concrete tile is less expensive, but still durable, lasting five to seven decades.
Choosing a tile residential roof replacement offers many advantages. They’re highly durable because they’re weather and fire-resistant. Tile roofing is energy efficient, too. Like metal, tile roofing is good at reflecting solar heat into the atmosphere.
As with metal and flat roofing, tile requires specialized installation. Lower quality tile roofing is much more liable to crack from impact. Of course, neither of these is an issue with Lynx Roofing. We’re experts at installing high-quality tile roofing.
What Roofing Materials Are You
Choosing For Your New Roof?
Longevity matters in the Texas climate, but so does the installation quality. If you want a top-notch residential roof replacement with long-lasting roofing materials, choose Lynx Roofing. Call or visit us online to schedule your estimate today!
