October 12, 2024
The roof is one of the most important elements of any building, be it a multi-story building or a small country house. It performs two functions at the same time - it protects the building from precipitation and gives it a finished and attractive appearance. Currently, the construction market is overflowing with materials for both roofing and thermal insulation.
When starting to build a house or cottage, it is advisable to immediately decide on the material with which you will cover its roof. The choice of the rafter system and roof configuration will depend on this. Relatively recently, a social network for professional developers and all people interested in construction topics appeared in Russia. There you can get professional advice on construction and repair from knowledgeable and experienced specialists.
If you are looking for a cheap roofing option, then you should pay attention to metal tiles. The cost of this material is significantly lower than the price of ordinary ceramic tiles, and its appearance is in no way inferior to the appearance of ceramic analogues. However, metal tiles also have their drawbacks. First of all, it is the noise level of this coating. Another disadvantage of metal roofs is their relative fragility. Metal roofing tiles are painted with various dyes, which can begin to wear out under the influence of unfavorable external conditions, as a result of which the roof becomes vulnerable to corrosion.
Ceramic tiles are a classic roofing option. They are really durable, look very beautiful and reliably protect the roof from snow, rain or wind. However, these tiles are not without certain disadvantages. Thus, the weight of ceramics is quite high, therefore, when using ceramic tiles for roofing, it is necessary to make a more durable rafter system. In addition, the price of ceramic tiles is quite high. Repairing a roof covered with tiles is quite difficult. And if this is required, it is advisable to first find out how to properly plan the repair, and what tools will be needed for this. If you are not confident in your abilities, it is better to invite professional roofers.
Another type of tile that is very popular these days is soft or flexible tiles. This roofing material is highly decorative and comes in a wide range of colors. Soft tiles are lightweight and do not put a strain on the walls of the house and rafters. In addition, they can be used to easily cover roofs of non-standard and complex configurations.