A short infographic with eight roofing materials that are usually utilized by the roofing industry. Learn what are they and what benefits each one has!

1. Roofing Materials
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2. Have you ever wondered what
types of roofing materials
exist?
Tiles
Shingles
Slates
Metal
Wood
Asphalt

3. Asphalt Shingles
They are one of the most widely used roofing
covers in North America because they have a
relatively inexpensive up-front cost and are
fairly simple to install.

4. Metal
A metal roof can last a lifetime, whereas
materials like asphalt require reproofing every
10 to 20 years. A metal roof can also increase
the resale value of your home.

5. A natural slate roof is stone, pulled from the
earth and worked down into shingles, and is
incredibly durable, waterproof, and fireproof.
However, natural slate can be brittle and easily
damaged by hail, flying debris or even foot
traffic on the roof.
SlateShingles

6. Need a hint? →
Traditional tile roofs combine both modern and
time-proven materials with tra​ditional
craftsmanship to produce what can be one of
the most durable, aesthetically pleasing, and
architecturally distinct steep-slope roofing
systems.
Tile

7. Need a hint? →
Higher grade shakes are typically used for
roofing purposes, while the lower grades are
used for siding purposes. In either situation,
properly installed shakes provide long lasting
weather protection and a rustic aesthetic,
though they require more maintenance than
some other more modern weatherproofing
systems.
CedarShakes

8. Need a hint? →
Built up roof membranes, referred to by the
acronym BUR, have been in use in the U.S. for
more than 100 years. These roof systems are
commonly referred to as "tar and gravel" roofs.
BUR systems generally are composed of
alternating layers of bitumen and reinforcing
fabrics that create a finished membrane.
BUR

9. Need a hint? →
Copper offers a character and durability that no
other metal roof can match. Its appearance can
complement any style of building, from the
traditional to the modern. Its warmth and beauty
make it a preferred material for many architects.
The use of copper is based upon traditional
practices proven over many years. Copper's
resistance to the elements ranks among the
highest of modern roofing materials.
Copper

10. Need a hint? →
Spray Polyurethane Foam has been used as a
roofing and insulation material for over 45
years. During this time, foam roofing systems
have proven themselves through
comprehensive, independent studies to be
dependable, long lasting, and very affordable.
Foam

11. Discount Roofing
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Sources:
http://www.foamroofing.com/aboutSPF.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asphalt_shingle
http://www.nrca.net/roofing/Built-up-roof-BUR-membranes-892
http://www.rci-online.org/interface/2006-12-piteo-vigener.pdf
http://www.fixr.com/infographics/roofing-materials-at-a-glance.html
http://www.copper.org/applications/architecture/arch_dhb/arch-details/roofing/
http://homerenovations.about.com/od/houseexteriorframework/tp/Types-Of-Roofing-Materials.htm
http://www.hometownroofingcontractors.com/files/infographics/types-of-roofing-infographic.jpg