Purchasing Criteria For a New Roof

If you look and notice that it’s curling, missing shingles, or just falling apart, you might want to think about replacing it with a forever roof.

There are many factors when trying to decide what roofing material, profile, or finish to have installed on your home. When making a decision like this, take into account these topics to consider.

 

1. Durability

Durability is key, to the long life of a roof. When purchasing roofing materials, the hope is they last as long as the warranty claims, always read the fine print.

When looking into buying a new roof, people often think the warranty is life expectancy when choosing asphalt shingles, since it isn’t as costly as other roofing systems. One question to ask is will it last, with the heavy rain, wind, heat and other weather variables that mother nature is delivering. No one wants to replace or repair their roof more often than needed. You want to have a permanent roof installed, and have the reassurance that your family will be protected for a long time to come.

2. Weight

The weight of the roofing material can also be a deciding factor on what is installed. With an older home or in an area with a high snowfall rate, a lighter shingle is more beneficial because it reduces the chances of the structure of the roof failing. Aluminum shingles are a lighter roofing system to install and can weigh around half of a pound per square foot (not including trims). Whereas other roofing materials can weigh up to around 4 pounds per square foot.

3. Wind Resistance

Shingles blowing off the roof is a major cause of leaks. As asphalt shingles begin to age, they become weaker and can blow off in gusts of wind. Note that the Bayview Roofing Collection has an interlocking system that prevents wind concerns in high wind areas. Click here to view our Wind/Water Infiltration Testing video.

4. Fire Safety

Wildfires can happen in a blink of an eye, living in an area that is prone to wildfires, safety should be factored that into the decision. Asphalt shingles will readily burn, not giving sufficient protection to the home. Aluminum shingles won’t rust, rot, or burn to make it an excellent long-term roofing choice.

5. Resiliency 

Resiliency may be a topic to consider, a roof will have to stand up to occasional foot traffic, falling branches, or even hail storms. Your roof needs to maintain its flexibility and rigidity over the years. Some roofing products can lose their impact resistance over time, while others will be able to handle the comparable amount of damage as the time it was installed.

6. Energy Efficiency

Having an energy-efficient home is something to consider with increasing electricity costs. The material and paint finish that roofing systems are manufactured with have an impact on making your home more energy efficient in the warmer months. The Bayview Roofing Collection aluminum shingles feature a Fluropon, high-performance paint coating that provides superior resistance to UV rays, which results in colour retention and will reduce chalking. Since aluminum is a natural reflector, it helps keep cooling costs down by dissipating heat, which is beneficial to any residential or commercial building.

 

7. Design

Today, there are several styles and options for roofing materials. Determining the right design can improve the appearance of your exterior, which adds curb appeal and value. The Bayview Roofing Collection features 3 distinct and unique patterns, shake, diamond, and slate. These aluminum shingles have a unique airflow design reducing condensation and heat build-up, causing fewer problems to the roof deck underneath, over time.

8. Product Company History and Experience

Many products and companies have come and gone over the years, it’s always best to take a look and see how each company/product has performed throughout the years. Buchner Manufacturing Inc. takes pride in the perfect balance of price and quality, which is why The Bayview Roofing Collection manufactured in Canada is a great choice. We strive to help the homeowner or contractor who is looking to install our roofing material, by going to the job site and ensuring they have the knowledge and tools to properly install the shingles. Always do research on warranty and guarantees on all roofing products.