There are 5 different types of residential roofing you can choose from. These types are asphalt shingles, slate shingles, wood shakes and cedar shingles, metal roofing, and ceramic tiles. Asphalt shingles are the most commonly used roofing material because they are economical, easy to install, durable, and come in a wide variety of styles and colours. Slate shingles are a sophisticated and upscale roofing material made from concrete, and provide your home with resistance to fire and rot, and have a life expectancy of 100 years. Cedar shake roofs are composed of wood shingles that are made from split logs. Cedar roofs are incredibly eco-friendly, natural, durable, provide UV resistance, and have a fire-resistant coating. Metal roofing shingles are low maintenance, durable, lightweight, and environmentally friendly, and they have a lifespan of 50+ years. Ceramic tile shingles are made from baking clay and are durable, resistant to fading, fireproof, and can last between 50 to 70 years.