When choosing a roofing material, we often look at the price per square metre first. However, this is not enough. Which roofing material will be the most cost-effective for a particular house largely depends on the roof shape, pitch and construction. For one house, a metal roof may be the most economical solution, while for another, bitumen shingles or tiles may be more suitable. Why?
For a simple roof – more options
If a house has a simple gable roof with large, regular roof planes, almost any roofing material can be used efficiently. There is relatively little material waste, so the price per m² more accurately reflects the actual cost.
For this type of roof, metal roofing solutions such as metal tiles, click-profile roofing or standing seam roofing can be an economical and practical choice.
For a complex roof shape, material waste matters
The situation changes when a roof has multiple planes, dormers, valleys, different pitches or complex connections.
In this case, it is important to consider how efficiently a particular material can be adapted to the shape of the roof.
Large-format sheet materials can generate more waste on a complex roof. As a result, a material that is initially cheaper does not always turn out to be the most cost-effective solution for the entire roof.
Bitumen shingles, on the other hand, can be easily cut and adapted to roof planes of different shapes, which means they can sometimes be used more efficiently on a complex roof.
The roof pitch also affects the choice
Not every roofing material is suitable for every roof pitch. Before choosing a material, it is important to check the minimum roof pitch requirements specified by the manufacturer.
Therefore, the material should not be chosen based solely on its appearance or price — first, it is important to determine whether it is suitable for the specific roof structure.
If you are not sure which solution is the most suitable for your home, send us the roof dimensions or a drawing. TOP HOUSE specialists will help you choose the right roofing material and prepare a free estimate.
For a simple roof – more options
If a house has a simple gable roof with large, regular roof planes, almost any roofing material can be used efficiently. There is relatively little material waste, so the price per m² more accurately reflects the actual cost.
For this type of roof, metal roofing solutions such as metal tiles, click-profile roofing or standing seam roofing can be an economical and practical choice.
For a complex roof shape, material waste matters
The situation changes when a roof has multiple planes, dormers, valleys, different pitches or complex connections.
In this case, it is important to consider how efficiently a particular material can be adapted to the shape of the roof.
Large-format sheet materials can generate more waste on a complex roof. As a result, a material that is initially cheaper does not always turn out to be the most cost-effective solution for the entire roof.
Bitumen shingles, on the other hand, can be easily cut and adapted to roof planes of different shapes, which means they can sometimes be used more efficiently on a complex roof.
The roof pitch also affects the choice
Not every roofing material is suitable for every roof pitch. Before choosing a material, it is important to check the minimum roof pitch requirements specified by the manufacturer.
Therefore, the material should not be chosen based solely on its appearance or price — first, it is important to determine whether it is suitable for the specific roof structure.
If you are not sure which solution is the most suitable for your home, send us the roof dimensions or a drawing. TOP HOUSE specialists will help you choose the right roofing material and prepare a free estimate.