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< | <p class="rw-hero__tagline">The free roofing encyclopedia</p> | ||
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== | == Browse roofing topics == | ||
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<div class="rw-card__title">DIY Roofing Guides</div> | |||
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<li>[[How to Replace Damaged Shingles|Replace damaged shingles]]</li> | |||
<ul | <li>[[How to Find and Fix Roof Leaks|Find & fix roof leaks]]</li> | ||
<li>[[How to Replace Damaged Shingles|Replace | <li>[[How to Clean Gutters Safely|Clean gutters safely]]</li> | ||
<li>[[How to | <li>[[Emergency Roof Repair What to Do Right Now|Emergency roof repair]]</li> | ||
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<a class="rw-card__more" href="/DIY_Roofing_Guide">All DIY guides →</a> | |||
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<div | <div class="rw-card__title">Roofing Materials</div> | ||
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<li>[[ | <li>[[Asphalt Shingles]] — most popular</li> | ||
<li>[[ | <li>[[Metal Roofing]] — 40-70 yr lifespan</li> | ||
<li>[[ | <li>[[Tile Roofing]] — clay & concrete</li> | ||
<li>[[ | <li>[[Slate Roofing]] — premium stone</li> | ||
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<a class="rw-card__more" href="/Roofing_Materials">All materials →</a> | |||
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<div | <div class="rw-card__title">Commercial Systems</div> | ||
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<li>[[ | <li>[[TPO Roofing]] — energy-efficient</li> | ||
<li>[[ | <li>[[EPDM Roofing]] — rubber membrane</li> | ||
<li>[[ | <li>[[Built-Up Roofing]] — multi-layer</li> | ||
<li>[[ | <li>[[Flat Roofs]] — low-slope</li> | ||
</ul> | </ul> | ||
<a class="rw-card__more" href="/Commercial_Roofing_Systems">All commercial →</a> | |||
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<div | <div class="rw-card__title">Maintenance & Repair</div> | ||
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<li>[[Roof | <li>[[Roof Inspection and Maintenance|Inspection & maintenance]]</li> | ||
<li>[[ | <li>[[Common Roof Problems|Common roof problems]]</li> | ||
<li>[[Roofing | <li>[[Hail Damage and Roofing|Hail damage]]</li> | ||
<li>[[ | <li>[[Roof Repair vs Replacement|Repair vs. replacement]]</li> | ||
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<a class="rw-card__more" href="/Roof_Inspection_and_Maintenance">All maintenance →</a> | |||
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<div class="rw-card__title">Energy & Sustainability</div> | |||
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<li>[[Cool Roofs]] — reflective</li> | |||
<li>[[Green Roofs]] — living roofs</li> | |||
<div | <li>[[Solar Roofs]] — integrated solar</li> | ||
<li>[[Roof Insulation]] — thermal efficiency</li> | |||
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<div | <div class="rw-card__title">Costs & Buying</div> | ||
<ul | <ul> | ||
<li>[[ | <li>[[How Much Does a New Roof Cost|How much a new roof costs]]</li> | ||
<li>[[ | <li>[[How to Read a Roofing Estimate|Read a roofing estimate]]</li> | ||
<li>[[How Long Does a Roof Last|How long a roof lasts]]</li> | |||
<li>[[ | <li>[[Signs You Need a New Roof|Signs you need a new roof]]</li> | ||
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<div class="rw-card__title">Roofing Contractor Directory</div> | |||
<div class="rw-card__desc">Compare top-rated, BBB-accredited roofers in 20 major US & Canadian cities — ranked by accreditation and experience.</div> | |||
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== Popular | == Popular guides == | ||
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<div | <div class="rw-card__title">Starting a Roofing Business</div> | ||
<div | <div class="rw-card__desc">Complete 2026 guide: licensing, startup costs, and marketing.</div> | ||
<a class="rw-card__more" href="/How_to_Start_a_Roofing_Company_in_2026">Read the full guide →</a> | |||
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<div | <div class="rw-card__title">Choosing a Contractor</div> | ||
<div | <div class="rw-card__desc">How to find, vet, and hire reliable roofing professionals.</div> | ||
<a class="rw-card__more" href="/How_to_Choose_a_Roofing_Contractor">How to choose →</a> | |||
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<div | <div class="rw-card__title">Commercial Roofing in Canada</div> | ||
<div | <div class="rw-card__desc">Climate considerations and system selection for Canadian buildings.</div> | ||
<a class="rw-card__more" href="/Choosing_the_Right_Commercial_Roofing_System_in_Canada">Canadian guide →</a> | |||
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== Quick | == Quick reference == | ||
{| class="wikitable | {| class="wikitable" | ||
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! style=" | ! style="width: 25%;" | Material | ||
! style=" | ! style="width: 18%;" | Lifespan | ||
! style=" | ! style="width: 22%;" | Cost range | ||
! style=" | ! style="width: 35%;" | Best applications | ||
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| [[Asphalt Shingles]] || 20-30 years || $3-7/sq ft || Residential, budget-conscious projects | | [[Asphalt Shingles]] || 20-30 years || $3-7 / sq ft || Residential, budget-conscious projects | ||
|- | |- | ||
| [[Metal Roofing]] || 40-70 years || $7-15/sq ft || Durability, energy efficiency | | [[Metal Roofing]] || 40-70 years || $7-15 / sq ft || Durability, energy efficiency | ||
|- | |- | ||
| [[Tile Roofing|Clay/ | | [[Tile Roofing|Clay / concrete tile]] || 50-100 years || $10-18 / sq ft || Hot climates, Mediterranean style | ||
|- | |- | ||
| [[Slate Roofing]] || 75-100+ years || $15-30/sq ft || Premium homes, historical restoration | | [[Slate Roofing]] || 75-100+ years || $15-30 / sq ft || Premium homes, historical restoration | ||
|- | |- | ||
| [[TPO Roofing|TPO | | [[TPO Roofing|TPO membrane]] || 15-25 years || $5-10 / sq ft || Commercial flat roofs | ||
|- | |- | ||
| [[EPDM Roofing|EPDM | | [[EPDM Roofing|EPDM rubber]] || 20-30 years || $4-8 / sq ft || Commercial, low-slope roofs | ||
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== Roof | == Roof structure & components == | ||
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<div class="rw-tile">[[Roof Deck]]<div class="rw-tile__desc">Structural foundation</div></div> | |||
<div class="rw-tile">[[Roof Pitch]]<div class="rw-tile__desc">Slope & drainage</div></div> | |||
<div class="rw-tile">[[Roof Ventilation]]<div class="rw-tile__desc">Airflow systems</div></div> | |||
<div class="rw-tile">[[Roof Insulation]]<div class="rw-tile__desc">Thermal protection</div></div> | |||
<div class="rw-tile">[[Common Roof Structures]]<div class="rw-tile__desc">Gable, hip, mansard</div></div> | |||
<div class="rw-tile">[[Roof Integrity]]<div class="rw-tile__desc">Structural health</div></div> | |||
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== Browse by | == Browse by topic == | ||
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<span | <span class="rw-pill">[[:Category:Roofing Materials|Roofing Materials]]</span> | ||
<span | <span class="rw-pill">[[:Category:Installation|Installation]]</span> | ||
<span | <span class="rw-pill">[[:Category:Maintenance|Maintenance]]</span> | ||
<span | <span class="rw-pill">[[:Category:Repair|Repair]]</span> | ||
<span | <span class="rw-pill">[[:Category:Commercial Roofing|Commercial]]</span> | ||
<span | <span class="rw-pill">[[:Category:Residential Roofing|Residential]]</span> | ||
<span | <span class="rw-pill">[[:Category:Energy Efficiency|Energy Efficiency]]</span> | ||
<span | <span class="rw-pill">[[:Category:DIY Roofing|DIY Roofing]]</span> | ||
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[[Category:Roofing]] | [[Category:Roofing]] | ||
[[Category:Main]] | [[Category:Main]] | ||
Revision as of 15:48, 8 June 2026
Roofs Wiki
The free roofing encyclopedia
140+ expert, independent guides on roofing materials, repair, costs, and finding a contractor.
<a class="rw-btn rw-btn--gold" href="/roofing-directory/">Find a Local Roofer</a> <a class="rw-btn rw-btn--ghost" href="/DIY_Roofing_Guide">Browse DIY Guides</a>
Browse roofing topics
<a class="rw-card__more" href="/DIY_Roofing_Guide">All DIY guides →</a>
- Asphalt Shingles — most popular
- Metal Roofing — 40-70 yr lifespan
- Tile Roofing — clay & concrete
- Slate Roofing — premium stone
<a class="rw-card__more" href="/Roofing_Materials">All materials →</a>
- TPO Roofing — energy-efficient
- EPDM Roofing — rubber membrane
- Built-Up Roofing — multi-layer
- Flat Roofs — low-slope
<a class="rw-card__more" href="/Commercial_Roofing_Systems">All commercial →</a>
<a class="rw-card__more" href="/Roof_Inspection_and_Maintenance">All maintenance →</a>
- Cool Roofs — reflective
- Green Roofs — living roofs
- Solar Roofs — integrated solar
- Roof Insulation — thermal efficiency
<a class="rw-card__more" href="/Energy-Efficient_Roofing_Systems">All green options →</a>
<a class="rw-card__more" href="/How_Much_Does_a_New_Roof_Cost">All cost guides →</a>
<a class="rw-btn rw-btn--gold" href="/roofing-directory/">Find a Local Roofer</a>
Popular guides
<a class="rw-card__more" href="/How_to_Start_a_Roofing_Company_in_2026">Read the full guide →</a>
<a class="rw-card__more" href="/How_to_Choose_a_Roofing_Contractor">How to choose →</a>
<a class="rw-card__more" href="/Choosing_the_Right_Commercial_Roofing_System_in_Canada">Canadian guide →</a>
Quick reference
| Material | Lifespan | Cost range | Best applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt Shingles | 20-30 years | $3-7 / sq ft | Residential, budget-conscious projects |
| Metal Roofing | 40-70 years | $7-15 / sq ft | Durability, energy efficiency |
| Clay / concrete tile | 50-100 years | $10-18 / sq ft | Hot climates, Mediterranean style |
| Slate Roofing | 75-100+ years | $15-30 / sq ft | Premium homes, historical restoration |
| TPO membrane | 15-25 years | $5-10 / sq ft | Commercial flat roofs |
| EPDM rubber | 20-30 years | $4-8 / sq ft | Commercial, low-slope roofs |