If you just moved to a new house and you notice that it has an old wood shake roof, you might already know that it’s a recipe for disaster. Wood shakes tend to attract a lot of unwanted attention from animals, pests and insects, and it can also be severely affected by increased humidity causing condensation and precipitation that could lead to severe water damage.

Some of the best alternatives to wood shake roofing might be more accessible and affordable than you think:

·       Green roofs are a great choice, and even though they are not that cheap in most cases, they can be installed to provide a more energy efficient approach to roofing and give small animals a home that won’t lead to your roof being damaged.

·       If you don’t really like wild animals too much, consider a metal roof. Metal won’t attract animals and pests, and it’s relatively low maintenance and durable and Centennial roofing companies have the experience to do a quality install. A dependable steel roof that’s coated properly can last for up to 50-75 years without needing many repairs, and it’s also pretty cheap to install.

·       Finally, if you really want a cheap alternative consider higher quality asphalt such as composite or architectural shingles. These asphalt shingles still retain the lower cost of asphalt, but they can last much longer and prevent common damage from rain and pests.