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Asphalt Shingles Versus Clay Tiles for Colorado Roofs

The climate is capricious in Colorado, with weather that seems calm and fair one moment and extremely harsh the next. These special conditions require local homeowners to choose their roofing materials very carefully. Asphalt shingles and clay tiles are the two most common materials used in Colorado – here are some things to know about the two options:

-          Asphalt shingles – the two most common varieties are conventional, 3-tab asphalt shingles and architectural shingles. While 3-tab varieties might be too thin to provide adequate protection from the harsh weather that is so typical for Colorado, architectural shingles are thicker and stronger, therefore a good and durable option. Architectural shingles come in many styles and colors and they are very convenient when it comes to maintenance and repairs;

-          Clay tiles – the material has been used for centuries all over the world, being one of the most durable and most attractive roofing options available. The material is very heavy, therefore it is recommended only for buildings that can support a heavy roof and it also requires installation by a professional roofer at https://tsvconstructionandroofing.com/, but once installed, clay roofs can protect your home for up to 100 years without requiring any special maintenance and repair, other than regular cleaning and the occasional replacement of cracked or chipped tiles.