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There are several roofing choices for homeowners and contractors, including shake, composition, tile, metal, and asphalt. Asphalt is one of the easiest and least expensive materials to install; but, is it becoming outdated, or is it still a reliable, tried and true standby? Asphalt roofing can either be purchased in the liquid variety or in the more commonly used form of asphalt shingles.

Liquid asphalt roofing, also called the hot mop method, is installed by spreading hot, melted asphalt over the roof, and then spreading a layer of decorative rocks in the hot asphalt. This method is normally applied to flatter roofs. Although an inexpensive method, it isn't necessarily the most attractive, thus reducing its widespread use. Additionally, during application, it releases high amounts of chemical pollutants. Not only is it bad for the environment, but it can be a health risk to the installers as well.

Asphalt shingles currently dominate the roofing market with approximately 75% of homes having them on their roofs. They consist of fiberglass mats coated with asphalt, and have a life of 20-30 years. Their pros include easy maintenance, lower fire danger, and some possibility of being recycled into paving products. Their cons include the fact that a large portion of them are still dumped into landfills every year and can be difficult to dispose of, and a high amount of energy is required to produce them. They also have a lower lifespan than other roofing products, and their repeated replacement make them a poor environmental choice.

Although asphalt shingles are still in widespread use, they are falling behind the eco-friendly curve. Other products such as metal roofing, recycled shingles, and slate all have longer life expectancy, require less energy to produce, and are more recyclable. However, you can also say they are a tried-and-true choice as well. Consumers are comfortable with choosing them for their homes, they last longer than most people plan to live in the house, and they are clean and attractive in appearance.

Decide which roofing is right for you and request free, no-obligation estimates from a pre-certified roofing contractor in your area.

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