When a homeowner is investing in a roof, there are many different factors that they need to take into consideration. These factors include how they want their home to look, how much they want they want to spend on their roof, and the cost of repairs, should their roof become damaged down the line. Making these decisions can be difficult, but with a little research, homeowners can narrow down their options and have a better idea of the type of roof they want.

We here at C.R. Thompson Roofing are an expert roofing company located near Bensalem, PA. We know how difficult it can be for our customers to decide what type of roof they want, so we’ve created a guide to give homeowners a better idea of what kind of roof can work for them. This list is ordered from the least expensive to most expensive, offering some details about the qualities that differentiate them from other types of roofing.

Shingles (asphalt)
Asphalt shingles are by far the most affordable roofing material on this list. Coming in at about $100 per square (100 square feet), this roofing material’s cost makes it an easy choice for any homeowner. One downside of this material is that it may only last 20 to 50 years. Asphalt shingles can wear down at a faster rate than other roof types, and they can erode away even faster on roofs that channel water to certain areas or are installed in some regions of the country that experience a lot of rainfall.

Rubber
Rubber roofing is often used on flat roofs, as it is waterproof and highly durable. The cost of rubber roofing is markedly higher than asphalt shingles, coming in at about $500 per square foot. The benefit of this type of roofing, however, is the cost-effectiveness. Even though it may cost more money, it could last up to two times longer than asphalt shingles.

Metal
Metal roofing can come in two forms: shingles and standing seam roofing. Metal shingles are often the more affordable option, coming in at about $850 per square foot. Metal standing seam roofs have an average cost of about $1,000 per square foot and can be more expensive to replace if rusting occurs. The two most popular types of metal roofing are aluminum and steel, but one type of metal that is making a comeback is copper. Copper is much more expensive than its aluminum and steel counterparts, coming in at about $1,200 per square foot, though it could cost much more. Metal roofs are highly durable and are seen as a wise financial investment.

Slate
Slate roofs are by far the most expensive type of roofing on this list. More importantly, though, slate roofs are timeless. They offer unmatched durability, lasting for well over 100 years and are often seen as works of art. They have natural beauty that roofing like asphalt shingles can’t match. All of these benefits come at a price though. Slate roofing costs, on average, $1,500 per square foot but can cost more than $2,000 per square foot depending on the project.

Keeping Your Best Roofing in Mind
Here at C.R. Thompson roofing, we want to be able to provide you with the best roofing solutions at a price point that you are comfortable with. We offer a range of services including general roofing, roof replacement in Bucks County, PA, and the surrounding areas.

To learn more about our roofing solutions or to talk to one of our team members, please give us a call at 215-375-7904. We’re excited to help you with your roofing investment!