This document compares the pros and cons of various popular roofing materials: asphalt shingles are affordable but can blow away in high winds; clay tiles are durable but heavy; concrete tiles are long-lasting with low maintenance but expensive; and metal roofs are fire-resistant and energy efficient but have a high initial cost and difficult installation. The source provides information on roofing choices for homeowners.

1. Pros and Cons of popular
roofing materials
Pros ConsMaterial
Composition
shingles
Good choice for a clean
look at an affordable
price. They are relatively
easy to install, and in
some applications can
be nailed in place over
an existing roof.
They can blow off in
high winds. Material is
easy to scar if hot.
Does not have the
dimensional look of
tile or shake.
Clay Tile Tile won't rot or burn, and
it can't be harmed by
insects. It requires little
maintenance, and comes
in a variety of colors,
types, styles and brands.
The biggest drawback
to clay tile can be its
weight. Tiles are fragile,
so walking on them can
break them. Can cost
more than other roofing
materials.
Concrete Tile Long lifespan, require
low maintenance, offer
good fire protection and
are resistant to rot and
insects.
Weight of the real
material, more
expensive than some
roofing materials
Metal Roofing Metal roofs are durable,
fire retardant and almost
maintenance-free. They
are also energy efficient.
Initial cost of a
premium metal roof is
higher than most
other roofing materials.
Difficult installation.
Home Contracting LLC
Address: 4 NE 10th St Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Phone: (405) 819-3542
http://homecontractingok.com/
Source
http://roofgenius.com/roofmaterialchoices.htm