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Roofs to Consider When Building Your Home
If you’ve decided to build a new home instead of purchasing a house that has already been built, you’ll want to choose a roof that will give your home sufficient protection while enhancing its style. There are several different types of roofs that are available, and the right choice will depend on your personal preference and the design specifics of your new home.
Gable Roof
This classic triangular-shaped roof can be an excellent choice if you want to save money. Gable roofs can be made from materials like asphalt shingles or concrete tiles. This type of roof can also be highly versatile and easy to customize. You can even choose from front, crossed, or Dutch gables if you want a more intricate roof design. The triangular shape of gabled roofs allows rainwater to flow into gutters easier instead of staying on the roof. Another advantage of gable roofs is that they can repel snow and ice buildups.
Photo by Lenore Weiss Studios, LLC
Flat Roof
A flat roof may be ideal if you want something that’s simple and efficient in its design. Flat roofs are also great for saving money and can be installed quicker than other types of roofs. If you ever need to go up onto your flat roof to inspect or repair damages, you won’t face as many falling risks thanks to the roof’s even design. You can also have solar panels installed easier on a flat roof if you want your new home to run on solar energy.
Mansard Roof
If you want your new home to have a classic French design theme, a mansard roof can make your house look like a beautiful piece of art. The mansard roof consists of four sides and has double slopes. Shingles can be used to give this roof an even more classic design. A mansard roof can be especially ideal if you want a roof that will give you some extra attic space.
Photo by SR Fine Home Builders
Rubber Roof
A rubber roof can be formed into different designs, which makes this roof type another great choice because of its versatility. Rubber roofs are among the easiest types of roofs to repair and maintain. Getting a rubber roof can also help you adopt a greener lifestyle if you want a roof that takes less energy to produce and can be made from recycled materials.
Choosing a roof type can be one of the most exciting aspects of building a new home. By weighing all the pros and cons of each roof type, you’ll have an easier time selecting the right roof for your home.
