Your roof does more than top off your home. It protects your family, shapes your curb appeal, and adds to your home’s value. So when it is time for a new roof, the material you choose matters. The right pick depends on your budget, your home’s style, and the local climate. Let’s look at three of the best roofing materials and how they fit homes across Kennesaw, Franklin, and Ft. Myers.
Asphalt Shingles
Asphalt shingles are the most popular roofing choice, and for good reason. They fit almost any budget, hold up well, and come in many styles. You can choose from three types: 3-tab, architectural, and luxury. That range makes it easy to match your home’s look. Asphalt is also lighter and faster to install than most other materials. For homeowners in Kennesaw, Franklin, and Ft. Myers, a good asphalt roof offers a strong mix of value and long wear.
Standing Seam Metal
Metal roofing has grown popular fast. Standing seam is a top choice. Its panels lock together with raised seams. This lets the metal expand and shrink as the temperature changes. That makes it a smart fit for the intense Ft. Myers sun and for hot Georgia and Tennessee summers. Metal also stands up well to high wind, which matters during storm season. It costs more than asphalt. But many homeowners value its long life and low upkeep. Some even add metal panels over garages, patios, or porches for a custom look.
Natural Slate
Natural slate is a beautiful option that lasts a long time. It can protect a home for generations. There is one big catch: slate is very heavy. Your home’s frame must be strong enough to carry the weight. Many homes need extra support before slate can go on. Building a new home? Or want a premium roof for a luxury home? Talk with your roofer early. Together you can decide if slate is the right fit before any work begins.
Roofing With Northpoint Roofing Systems
At Northpoint Roofing Systems, we install GAF products. GAF is the largest roofing brand in North America. We are also a GAF Master Elite contractor. Fewer than 2% of roofers earn that title. It lets us offer the GAF Golden Pledge warranty on qualifying shingle roofs. It covers materials for 50 years and workmanship for 25 years. Our in-house crews handle every job, and we finish with a magnetic sweep to clean up stray nails. Want help choosing the best material for your home? Call 678-345-1711 to schedule your free drone inspection. We serve homeowners across Kennesaw and Metro Atlanta, Franklin and Middle Tennessee, and Ft. Myers, Florida.
