Top 3 Roofing Trends in 2019

By Sarah Smith, Job Nimbus.

Educate your customers on the different roof options for their home. Energy efficiency plays a key role. 

A roof says more about a home than you’d think. Not only does it support and protect the home, but it can be a defining feature for the design and efficiency of the home.

There are many factors of a roof to consider when helping customers pick a new style, such as color, shape, functionality and material. So, with roofing season in full swing, here are three of the latest roofing trends to help you stay up-to-date:

Energy Efficient Roofs

Today, more people are looking for ways to save energy than ever before. Energy efficient roofs are becoming more and more popular in 2019. A roof can save homeowners lots of money on their electric bill by keeping the home cooler in the summer.

Energy efficient techniques include solar tiles, metal roofs, light-colored shingles, reflective coatings and more. The key to having an energy efficient roof is the roof’s reflective properties. The less heat the roof absorbs, the more energy they’ll conserve.

If you live somewhere hot, this might be the right option for your customers. Traditional black asphalt roofs can reach extremely high temperatures in the summer. However, using solar roofs tiles will absorb the heat to generate electricity. Metal roofs, light-colored shingles and reflective coatings will reflect radiation to keep the roof and the inside of the home cooler. This allows for decreased air conditioning usage and saving energy.

There are a variety of choices when it comes to looks and efficiencies of energy-efficient roofs. This makes it a good option for consumers to choose.

Green Roofs

Another growing trend is using organic materials for a roof. Green roofs can be as simple as a grass-covered roof or as intricate as a full-on rooftop garden. These roofs use soil, compost and plants to absorb the sun’s rays and grow into a living ecosystem.  Green roofs also lower a home’s electricity bills by providing shade and protection to the roof’s surface.

While these roofs are more expensive to install, they are more environmentally friendly than other roofs. They are also are low maintenance and can save money in the long-run. Green roofs work best on a sloped roof where if it storms, plants can absorb some water and drain the excess.

Designer Roofs

Designer roofs are becoming trendy for homeowners who want to install a unique, eye-catching roof with high-quality construction.  These roofs offer a wide range of attractive styles, colors, textures andmaterials while still being functional and durable.

Many designer roofs are designed to withstand particular environments, such as high winds, fires, hurricanes and more. Due to the quality and manufacturing of designer roofs, they are less likely to sustain as much damage as other standard shingles would.

Some designer roofs are also sustainable and use recycled materials to craft new roofs. For example, synthetic or steel roofs. Whatever material they pick, there are multiple colors and designs available to customize and make the home stand out. A designer roof can help a home with its overall curb appeal and increase residential market value. 

Smart and sustainable roofs are only growing in 2019, which is why energy efficient, green and designer roofs are some of the best and most favorite roofs in the industry this year.

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