types of shingles for roofs
Asphalt. Asphalt shingles are one of the most widely used roofing materials on the market today. Asphalt shingles are used on residential shingle roofs or also referred to as steep slope roofs. The asphalt shingle has advanced since its creation to its current day types, styles, shapes, colors, and sizes.
1 Shingle is the generic term for a roofing material that is in many overlapping sections, regardless of the nature of the material. 2  Wood shingle, shingles sawn from bolts of wood such as red cedar which has a life expectancy of up to 30 years. 3  However, young growth red cedar has a short life expectancy and high cost.