A roof remodel will add value to your home, especially if it is eco-friendly. In addition to improving your home’s value, modern roofs save you money on gas bills. Old roofs leak warm and cold air, meaning your A/C system will have to work extra hard to achieve the desired temperature in your house. Efficient roofing improves ventilation, keeping your home warm during winter and cool during summer. According to Energy Star, certified products promise as much as a 15% savings on energy bills. Lastly, a well maintained or new roof actually creates a healthier home. Years of exposure to moisture leads to a buildup of unwanted health concerns, such as hidden mildew or mold. 

This is the most common type of roofing material used in the country. Due to asphalt’s popularity as the main roof material, companies are extremely used to and comfortable working with the material. It is the least expensive roofing option and easy to install, making labor costs and installation time minimal. A smaller or normal sized home can expect a new roof with asphalt shingles in as little as one or two days! If your home is over 4,000 square feet, it may take up to three days.

Available in two types, shingles or panels, metal roofs are usually made of aluminum, copper, zinc, or stainless steel. Metal roofs are moderately difficult to install. You can expect anywhere from 2-5 days of work for a new metal roof.

Slate is heavy and may require additional framing. Additionally, slate tiles or shingles can easily be broken underfoot, making it a tricky material to work with. Such challenges make installation difficult but not as tough as clay or concrete. You can expect slate tiles to be installed in 6 or 7 days.

Ribbed or scalloped concrete and clay tiles are durable but heavy. Due to their weight, additional framing is typically installed by a qualified professional. The extra weight and complex installation process increase installation time. Weather conditions and house architecture permitting, you can expect to have a new clay or concrete roof installed in 7-10 days.

Natural, appealing, and the original roofing choice for hundreds of years. Wooden shingles are more difficult to install when compared to typical asphalt shingles. Still, they are considerate moderate in difficulty to install, making the average job time around 3-5 days.