Alternative roofing materials

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Recycled rubber roof shingles are an innovative roofing material that saves home owners money and saves the environment. Made from recycled tires, these roofing shingles are durable, dependable, and more eco-friendly than ordinary wood or slate. We all know tires are thrown out everyday. They are just dumped and someone has to take them and dispose of them.

When it comes to protecting your home from pests, adverse weather conditions, and water leakage, you’ll need good quality roof shingles. But before choosing the right material for your roofing, you should first weigh up all the advantages and disadvantages of different types of roof shingles. To make this task easier for you, I’m going to explain in detail 10 types of roof shingles, how long they last for, and their pros and cons.

Nine homes using different natural materials for their roof demonstrating their versatility and longevity.

Roofs can be separated into two categories: cold roofs and warm roofs. Some roof designs blur the lines between these two types, and the terms only make literal sense in northern climates, where interior spaces are heated and exterior air … Read More

Homeowners in need of a roof replacement have multiple roofing materials available to them today with varying lifespans. Aside from their longevity, the different roofing materials each have their own characteristics—both positive and negative—that can have a significant impact on your investment. We explore the advantages and disadvantages of some of the most popular roofing materials preferred by homeowners. Find out what roof is right for you:

​If you’re only going to read one post on roofing for earthbag, make it this one. Remember our brave and successful earthbag lovers in Costa Rica ? Here’s how they constructed their roof, step...

Is it time to replace your low pitch roof? If so, you need to know the best roofing materials for a low pitch roof to to help you determine which one is right for you. In this article, you'll learn the four best roofing materials for a low pitch roof and why you shouldn't use asphalt shingles.

Here Is a List of the 6 Best Roofing Material Alternatives: Standing Seam Roofing

Replace Canvas Roof With Corrugated Steel: After a windstorm ripped the canvas covering from my portable shelter, I replaced it with corrugated steel roofing. To prevent it sailing away with the next windstorm I anchored the frame to the ground with 3/8" spiral ground anchor screws. &n…