Building a Climate-Friendly Home
When it comes to building or updating your home, climate can have a lot of impact on the materials you choose. Certain materials used for roofs can be sensitive to hot or cold temperatures and different types of storms. This is a guide to help you improve the longevity of your house and choose a climate-friendly roof.
Considering Climate When Choosing Your Roofing
While you can use any materials you want for your home, some of them may not be the best choice when considering longevity and efficiency. When we talk about materials we also need to consider the properties of the materials. What color are they? Are we using metal or asphalt? How strong is this material? These are all questions that will impact the type of materials you use for roofing.
Ideal Roofing Materials for Hot Climates
When you think of warmer climates, you may picture palm trees, coconuts, greenery, and sunshine. In the case of the best roofing, we want to consider moisture. In warmer southern or coastal climates, you may face moisture from the air, such as humidity, and moisture from storms, such as heavy rainfall. If moisture penetrates your siding or roof, it can cause mold and mildew to grow. Left untreated, this can start to eat away at your home’s structure.
Roofing Materials That Withstand Cold Temperatures
Like warm climates, cooler temperatures can occur in places that are either moist or arid. Is your home located in an area prone to heavy ice and snowstorms? Is it placed at a higher or lower elevation that may impact temperature, air pressure, and winds? Remember these questions when looking at roofing for your home that will need to hold up in the winter.
Slate tiles are by far one of the best options for colder climates. That’s because they are, for the most part, indestructible. Not only are they heavy, but the material has great weight-bearing qualities. This means it can withstand heavy loads of snow and ice in peak winter seasons. They are also great for insulating the home and trapping heat inside.
Another option for cold climates is using asphalt shingles. Similar to slate, they are able to withstand heavy storms and are great for various climates. However, it is important to note that while they are the most affordable option, they may require more frequent repairs or replacement.
Here at Advance Inc., we are happy to help you take on your next roofing project. Contact us today to speak to a representative.