Baltimore Roofing - Roofing Contractors in Baltimore
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Baltimore Roofing is a homeowner's tool to find qualified Roofing Contractors in Baltimore. Because of Baltimore's rich architectural diversity and its colonial origins, Baltimore has every style of roofing imaginable. Everything from cedar and slate shingles to metal seam and clay tile, and of course asphalt shingle and flat roof.
The life span and relative costs vary greatly, but the cost of repair from water damage can quickly justify the expense of a new roof. There are a lot of new exciting materials like simulated slate made from recycled tires that have a 50 year life expectancy and are very cost effective. If you live in a neighborhood with a community association, make sure you know any restrictions. So check out our roofing professionals on our Baltimore Roofing below.
The expected life of a roof varies by material and climate. Slate roofs were at their height of popularity at the turn of the last century, because they are fire proof, hail resistant and have up to a 100 year life span. Cedar Shakes were the alternative and can last up to 30 to 40 years. Today cedar shakes are available with fireproof retardant. Asphalt Shingles became popular over the last 70 years, and are estimated to be on over 50% of the homes in America.
Asphalt Shingles are very cost effective, but only have a 15 to 30 year life span. Standing seam metal roofs have a 30-40 lifespan and are available in aluminum, copper, steel and zinc. And there are a lot of new options, to be cost effective and green. And don't forget to think about insulation, it is estimated that up to 80% of the heat loss in the winter is through the roof.
Your Baltimore home maybe in a neighborhood with an association that has architectural requirements or restrictions. In some of the older neighborhoods like Rockland, an old mill town with lovely old stone dwellings, the association requires cedar shake roofs. A lot of the old neighborhoods like Guilford, Homeland and Roland Park have slate roofs. Even if your neighborhood does not have an official association, you want to maintain the esthetics of your current roof.
So the slate tiles on your roof need to be replaced, replacing your slate roof is way out of your budget, ask your roofer about other options. Your Baltimore roofing professional may suggest simulated slate, which has the look of slate. What a perfect solution, a green product that meets your architectural goal and budget while helping the environment. Your Baltimore roofing professional can help you with making the right roofing choices for your home whether it is repair or total replacement, they will guide you through the process so you can make the best decision for your Baltimore Home.
Baltimore Roofing Contractors:
Marathon Roofing
21 Stenersen Lane
Cockeysville, MD 21030
Contact: Scott Phin
Office: 410.229.9934
Cell: 443.286.0382
Email: scott@marathonroofing.net
Bollinger Roofing Company, Inc.
1501 Ridgely Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
Contact: Bill Bollinger
410.539.0286
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