Roofing in Welland: Check Out These Roof Facts!

If you're a Welland homeowner, you need to be aware of some roof facts! This post discusses roofs — a hodge-podge of facts we’ve collected on the web! 

We'll also provide some tips on how you can reduce your environmental footprint when it comes to your roofing. So let's get started!

1. A roof's life expectancy is 25-30 years.

Depending on the material used, your roof can last around 20-50 years before needing a replacement. That's a long time! 

What does that mean for the environment? 

It means that roofing has a significant impact on our landfills and waste materials. 

Recycling programs, however, upcycles roofing materials into new roofing projects instead of throwing them away. This is how the roofing industry helps reduce its environmental footprint.

2. Roofs directly affect the use of energy in buildings.

Wow! Buildings account for about one-third of energy consumption. Not having an efficient roof means a huge contribution to this energy usage in buildings! So what does this mean to homeowners in Welland?

It means taking care of your roof is very important to reducing your carbon footprint. One way to reduce roof energy usage is by adding roof insulation.

3.  Roofs can weigh up to 7 pounds per square foot!

That's a lot of weight!  And yes, roofing materials don't weigh the same. 

For instance, asphalt shingles on an average roof weigh between 1.95 lbs. per square foot. On the other hand, metal roofing can weigh as much as 1.49 lbs. per square foot and slate is about 7lbs.

This is just an average across all types of roofs, so you have to consider that weight with your material selection when choosing what type of roof you want for your Welland home.

4.  It takes gallons of oil to produce roofing materials.

That's a whole lot of oil - roofing is very dependent on the environment, so roof recycling is critical to reducing the roof's impact on the environment.

5.  A roof adds to your home's market value.

That means roof replacement can be costly for homeowners, which is why it's essential to take care of your roof with routine roof inspections and maintenance!

6.  Metal roofing is the most durable roof but is more costly to install.

Metal roofing is generally the most durable roof, and it's also sturdier than other roofing materials. 

However, metal roofing has a higher cost of installation and roof replacement, so it's essential to consider this when selecting a roofing material for your Welland home.

7.  A steep slope roof uses less material than a low slope roof construction.

 This means that roofing with a low roof pitch (the roof only has to rise 5-8 inches for every 12-inch horizontal roof area) is more cost-effective than roofing with steeper roof slopes.

8.  Most roofs are designed with asphalt shingles.

This material is popular among home and business owners. It's durable but also relatively inexpensive compared to other roofing options.

Metal roofing is costly yet extremely strong and environmentally friendly roofing material. 

Asphalt shingle roofs are the most common roof choice for homeowners, and roof replacement is relatively cheap compared to a new roof installation.

Protect Your Welland Home With These Roof Facts In Mind

If you're a homeowner, you must figure out what type of roofing material your house has. With so many options available for homeowners to choose from, getting the right one is essential. 

That is because this will help determine how long your roof lasts and how much money you'll spend on roof repairs or replacements over time. 

The best way to find out if your home needs repair work on its roof is by scheduling an inspection with a professional who can assess any potential issues before they become serious problems. 

We are Welland Roofing and Siding and we'd be happy to serve and provide solutions to all your roofing needs!

It doesn't take long at all - call us at 289-272-7152 — we'll answer all your questions!