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Roofing Types and How to Know Which One Is Right for You

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  1. Roofing Types and How to Know Which One Is Right for You
  2. Types of Roofing
    1. 1. Gable Roof
    2. 2. Hip Roof
    3. 3. Mansard Roof
    4. 4. Gambrel Roof
    5. 5. Flat Roof
    6. 6. Skillion Roof
    7. 7. Jerkinhead Roof
    8. 8. Butterfly Roof
    9. 9. Bonnet Roof
    10. 10. Saltbox Roof
    11. 11. Sawtooth Roof
    12. 12. Curved Roof
    13. 13. Pyramid Roof
    14. 14. Dome Roof
    15. 15. Combination Roof
  3. How to Know Which Roofing Type is Right for You?
  4. The Bottom Line of Roofing Types

When you renovate your house or build a new one, choosing the best roofing types can be a tough choice.

Roofs not only serve as your home’s primary protection, but they are also your house’s crowning glory. It’s the first thing that most people see when they look at your home.

Roofing Types and How to Know Which One Is Right for You
Roofing Types and How to Know Which One Is Right for You

Roofing Types and How to Know Which One Is Right for You

If your roof gets damaged, even if it’s just a minor issue, people can quickly notice the difference.

This is why it’s essential that know-how which roofing type is right for you. The shape and style of your roof play a significant role in helping you define your home’s overall look and style.

Types of Roofing

1. Gable Roof

This type of roof is also known as a peaked or pitched roof. They’re the most popular type of roof in the U.S., and they’re easily recognizable because of their triangular shape.

2. Hip Roof

A hip roof is a roof with slopes on all four sides. Each of the sides has an equal length and meets up to form a ridge at the top.

3. Mansard Roof

This type of roof is also known as a French roof. It’s a roof that’s four-sided and has double slopes on each of its sides with a low-pitched roof.

4. Gambrel Roof

This type of roof is also known as a barn roof. It’s almost the same as a Mansard but it has different slopes.

The only difference between the two types of roof is that a Mansard has four sides while a Gambrel only has two.

5. Flat Roof

A flat roof appears almost entirely flat and has no pitch. However, it has an unnoticeable angle that allows water to run off.

6. Skillion Roof

This roof is also known as a shed or lean-to roof. It’s a roof that’s shingled and sloping and has been attached to a wall that’s taller.


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7. Jerkinhead Roof

This roof combines the elements of the Gable and Hip roofs. It’s also known as an English Hip or Clipped Gable roof.

8. Butterfly Roof

This roof is a V-shaped roof that is built using two tandem pieces that have been angled on the outside, and the midsection is where the parts meet.

9. Bonnet Roof

This roof is also known as a Kicked Eaves roof, which is made of two slopes. One of the slopes is set at a lower angle, while the other is set at a higher angle.

10. Saltbox Roof

This roof is designed asymmetrically. One of the sides is slightly sloped on a flat roof, while the other one is almost the same as a lean-to.

11. Sawtooth Roof

This is a roof made of two or more roofs that are parallel pitched. As its name suggests, the roof almost looks like the view of a saw blade.

12. Curved Roof

This roof is almost the same as a Skillion roof, but its planes are curved. The design is modern and gives your roof a unique and creative look.

13. Pyramid Roof

This roof is a type of Hip roof, which means that its four sides meet at the top of the roof.

14. Dome Roof

This roof has an inverted bowl shape. It usually adds an aesthetically pleasing look to your home.

15. Combination Roof

This roof incorporates two or more types of roofs.

How to Know Which Roofing Type is Right for You?

When choosing the right roof for your home, ask yourself the following questions:

How to Know Which Roofing Type Is Right for You?
How to Know Which Roofing Type Is Right for You?
  • Can this type of roof last long?
  • Can this type of roof hold up if a natural disaster occurs?
  • Can my roof framing design carry the weight of this roof?
  • Does this type of roof have enough slope?
  • Will this roof’s look complement my house’s style?
  • Is the material that’s going to be used for this roof recyclable and eco-friendly?
  • Is this type of roof allowed by my city’s building codes?
  • Can I afford this type of roof?

If you’ve asked yourself these questions, and your every answer is a “Yes,” then this is the right roof for you and your home.

The Bottom Line of Roofing Types

When you’re going to pick your home’s roof, you should consider the many different types of roofs available.

If you need help with your roofing, contact us here at St. Louis Roofing Contractors.


Author Bio:

Matt Tennant

 

 

 

Matt Tennant is a writer contributing pieces for John Beal Roofing. His passion for his craft allows him to be able to write unique and creative pieces for his readers. He strives to make sure his pieces are informative and entertaining, given his fascination with his topics. He likes to paint during his free time.


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