How To Choose A Roofing System (Shingles)

Sometimes homeowners simply want to update or replace their roof with the same type of roof. But occasionally they are looking for something new -- or perhaps they are building a new house where their choices are limitless. A good contractor will speak to you about your goals for the the longevity of your roof as well as cost and safety concerns in order to better access which roof type is best for your home. Below is a brief description of the types of roofing available and some key points regarding their materials, durability and safety features.

Asphalt Shingles

 These are the most commonly used and are offered in a variety of colors, textures and fire resistance

 (Class A more resistant, Class C less resistant)

Organic Shingles

These are made of a cellulose-fiber base that is saturated with asphalt and coated with granules -
most have a Class C fire resistance rating.

Fiberglass shingles

These are made of fiberglass base with top and bottom layers of asphalt and coated with granules.
They are the most commonly used of the asphalt shingles and most have a Class A fire resistance rating.

Wood Shingles & Shakes

Usually made of cedar, redwood, or southern pine these have a more handmade or rougher look.
Some local building codes limit their use because of fire resistance issues.

Tile

Made of clay or concrete this type of roofing is mostly used for Spanish style homes or to create French and
English looks. However, the tile is heavy so you must be sure the structure can support their weight.

Slate

This type of roofing is generally considered virtually indestructible but is more expensive and requires special
experience in installation. Although extremely durable, slate does require occasional maintenance.

Metal
This is a durable, lightweight solution that has a greater resistance to weather and some offer a
Class A fire resistance rating.

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Major Parts Of Your Roof

When speaking with a contractor regarding your roof, here are a few of the terms you may hear and their meanings:

• Roof Covering
  Shingles, tile, slate, or metal underlayment protects the sheathing from weather.
• Sheathing
  Boards or sheet material fastened to rafters to cover a house.
• Flashing
  Sheet metal installed into the joints and valleys to prevent water seepage.
• Drainage
  A roof system's design features, such as shape, slope and layout that affect its ability to shed water.

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Four Seasons Roofing Inc – Long Island’s Premier Roofing Experts

Long Island, New York’s Residential and Commercial Roofing Specialists Since 1983.

Four Seasons Roofing, Inc. was founded in 1983 by Bill and Laurie Taylor, with the vision of building a company based on honesty, integrity, and quality workmanship, not often seen in the construction industry. Bill started working at his father's roofing company at the age of 13, and had dreamed of one day starting a business he would be proud to call his own. Being part of a family that has made roofing its life work, the Taylors have learned the importance of using the best quality materials, and state of the art roofing techniques. More than anything, however, they have learned that it is quality craftsmanship and special attention to detail, delivered consistently, that sets them apart.

Throughout their 25 years in business, Four Seasons Roofing, Inc. has provided thousands of satisfied customers with roof related services, ranging from new roof installations, roof removals, roof repairs, and roof maintenance. They have built lasting relationships with home and property owners, general contractors, architects, engineers, and facility managers who have continued to use their services year after year.

Four Seasons Roofing, Inc. understands the importance of employing only the best people, from their knowledgeable estimators and skilled Factory Certified Technicians, to their helpful and supportive customer service representatives. They provide continued training to all of their employees to stay up to date on the latest construction techniques and roofing technologies. This enables them to provide their customers with the largest range of commercial and residential roofing options, customized to fit their individual needs.

Additionally, throughout their 25 years in business, they have earned numerous awards and recognitions among the top roofing manufacturers such as GAF and Carlisle, recognizing them as the top professionals in their field. These prestigious awards are only presented to carefully-selected roofing contractors who provide superior quality workmanship and roofing installation, an excellent employee training program, and a safe working environment for their employees.

Four Seasons Roofing, Inc. stands behind their work and strives to go beyond their customers' expectations, to insure superior quality workmanship, and that every customer is completely satisfied.

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90 Florida Street
East Farmingdale, NY 11735

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