What is the Right Roofing Material for Vegas? 

The choice of roofing material can affect the beauty, the comfort, the cost and the energy efficiency of your home or commercial building. You also need to select a material that works for the peculiarities of the Las Vegas climate — dry, hot summer and icy, cold winters.

First, consider the architectural style of your home or office building. The pitch or angle of the roof may prohibit the use of certain types of materials. Depending on how structural strong your roof is, it may or may not support the use of concrete tile, which is one of the heaviest of materials.  

Second, consider the natural materials and metal simulations that are available ... asphalt, cedar, tiles, metal and foam, are among the most popular.

Asphalt Shingles
Keep in mind that the most commonly used roofing material are asphalt shingles, typically because they are one of the least expensive options. The relatively new dimensional shingles can add a more 3D effect and come in lots of styles and colors.

Cedar Shakes or Shingles
Cedar shakes or shingles are a good option if you are trying to create a “rustic” look. Like asphalt shingles, cedar shakes can be expected to last up to 30 years. Be aware that many communities in the Southwest are banning the use of shakes or shingles for fire safety reasons. 

Concrete Roof Tiles
Concrete tile roofing has become increasingly popular in recent years.  The concrete tiles can look like slate, shake or terra cotta tiles. The concrete is much more durable and can be effectively used to create a well-ventilated roofing system that will help to prevent loss of interior conditioned air.  

Metal Roofing
There are several types of metal roofing (which is particularly useful in places where heavy snow loads are expected). Metal allows the snow to melt quickly or slide to the ground, thus taking the weight off the roof. Metal materials, if properly insulated and installed, can reduce heating and air conditioning costs.  Tin and copper are still used in many areas of the country. 

Foam Roofing
Sprayed Polyurethane Foam is applied to roofs through a spray gun. Once dry, the resulting roof covering is tough, long-lasting and affordable with excellent thermal resistance, an important advantage in an area where temperatures can soar above 110 fairly regularly. 

New Products
New synthetic, recycled and green products are also coming on the market. For now, they are less easy to find, but may become more popular as people strive for "greener" alternatives.

Finally, consider the climate. Some materials work far better than others to insulate both during the winter and summer months.

If you are unsure of the locals building codes or have questions on which types of roofing material is right for your Las Vegas home or business, call the experts at Sprayfoam's Roofing Southwest. Sprayfoam's Roofing Southwest has 40 years of experience with the Southwest extremes in climate and roofing materials that work best in this area. Sprayfoam's Roofing Southwest professional are licensed, bonded and insured and have locations in Arizona, Nevada, California, New Mexico and Texas.

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