Denver Roofing Replacement Experts
Scottish Home Improvements is one of Denver’s most trusted home improvement contractors. Having served Colorado for over 20 years, the Scottish Group of Companies understands exactly what kind of roofing materials and roofing practices work in Colorado. Unlike the many fly by night roofing contractors, Scottish Home Improvements is a steadfast pillar in the Denver, Colorado community. Contact us today to get answers to your roofing project questions and potentially request a bid.
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Asphalt Shingle Roofing
Composition shingles are Denver’s most popular roofing choice for those who want a attractive looking roof at a low price. Asphalt and fiberglas shingles are the most durable option, and are often constructed from recycled materials.
With numerous brands, designs, and colors composite shingles can fit almost any design need or construction application. Simple to install and and low maintenance , they can be nailed into place on a prepared substrate, or even over an existing roof.
Tile Roofing
Concrete or clay, tile roofing offers a higher end choice for many home owners who are looking for authentic Spanish or Mediterranean styles. Some more modern tiles are also being used in conjunction with contemporary home designs. These tiles can be round or flat, and can me manufactured to simulate a number of other materials including slate or shake.
Tile is a preferred material in part because of how long it lasts. In most cases tile is believed to have a longer lifespan of the buildings on which it is installed. Often when tile roof buildings are demolished, the tiles are removed and reapplied to new construction. Tile roofing does not burn, it won’t rot, and it is impervious to damage from insects or animals.
The two drawbacks to this durable roofing material are weight and fragility. Tile roofs can be heavy enough that they may require extra support to be installed on roofs not originally designed to carry them. Tile roofs are also fragile when stepped on or otherwise impacted. Tasks like cleaning gutters of painting trim can be more difficult on homes with tile roofs. Tile roofs are a popular choice in some of Denver’s more expensive neighborhoods, including Cherry Hills Village, Cherry Creek, and many fire conscious mountain communities.
Slate Roofing
Slate roofing is a quarried rock material that is used on upscale home. While an expensive choice, much like tile, it is also a durable option, giving a natural stone accent to your home. Similar to tile, slate is fire proof, low maintenance, and has no problems with insects or rotting. Slate comes in an array of colors and styles, but in the United States, most slate comes from quarries in Vermont.
Metal Roofing
Metal roofing is making a comeback in the last few decades. Standing seam metal roofing is currently used in many modern residential designs. These roofs have flat faces, with seams every 12-24 inches that serve to channel water and snow. Metal roofs can also be designed to mimic wood shake, clay tiles, shingles, and even vintage metal tiles.
Metal roofing is fire retardent, very durable, and relatively low maintenance. Metal is also a good choice for energy efficiency, reflecting much of the heat that strikes it and lowering air conditioning costs for homes.
Metal roofs are durable, fire retardant and almost maintenance-free. They are also energy efficient; metal reflects heat and blocks its transfer into the attic. Research by the Florida Solar Energy Center in 1985 showed that metal absorbed 34 percent less heat than asphalt shingles, and homeowners switching to metal roofing reported saving up to 20 percent on their energy bills.
