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Insulation Cost – Estimate Foam Board Insulation Prices (2024)

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Flat roof insulation costs $0.76 per square foot (for 1 inch thick PolyISO with 6-R value).

High quality rigid foam insulation that is properly installed will greatly improve ventilation, eliminate drastic temperature fluctuations inside the home, and protect from leaks.

Here are the best insulation materials along with prices, features, and r values.

Rigid Foam Board Insulation Prices

Usually homeowners spend about 25% of the total cost to install a flat roof, on high quality insulation.

The most efficient and best insulation used is rigid foam (Polyiso); it accounts for over 60% of all flat roof installs.

ISO is available in a range of thicknesses,

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5 Flat Roof Insulation Mistakes To Avoid

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Flat roof insulation is one of the most important and misunderstood building components.

There are many different types and insulation installation methods out there, along with a lot misinformation about which insulation products offer the greatest energy savings.

Here, we share the most common mistakes people make when installing insulation on a flat roof

We will also offer our professional take on what insulation actually works, how much it costs and the benefits you get as a homeowner.

Flat Roof Insulation Materials To Avoid

Some so called “experts” online may recommend the following, claiming to achieve a greater r value at a lower cost.

Mistake # 1: Save money by installing Fiberglass Insulation,

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Cedar Shakes vs. Shingles | Compare Costs, Durability, Styles

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Are you debating between installing a cedar shingles vs shake roof?

The two have significant design, installation and cost differences. On average, a cedar roof can cost $12,000-25,000, depending on whether you select wood shingles or shakes, grain quality, style and other factors.

Wood shake and shingle roofs are not the same when it comes to durability, longevity and protection against the elements.

To get started on installing your new roof, contact your local roofing pros for FREE ESTIMATES!

Cedar Shingles vs Shakes

To a discerning eye, the visual contrast between shake and shingle is obvious right away.

Shingles have a smooth uniform look that spans the entire roof surface,

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Cedar Roof Shingles Prices For 2023

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The average cost of cedar shingles is $6,800-9,500 installed on a 1,700 sq. ft. ranch style home.

Cedar roofs has been around for centuries. Recognized for exceptional charm, longevity and durability, they continue to be installed throughout the US today.

How Much Do Cedar Roof Shingles Cost?

Cedar roofing shingles is a premium material, and is fairly expensive, especially if you want to add special treatments that prolong the life of the roof.

The price range is wide and greatly depends on the quality of the wood you select. Also, note that a cedar shake roof is significantly more expensive than shingles.

Cedar Shingles: For an average one story ranch-style home (roof size 1,700 sq.

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5 Reasons To Install A Faux Slate Roof

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If you love the beauty of real slate, but cannot afford the premium cost, a faux slate roof can give you exactly what you want:

– the look of natural stone
– 40 – 50% lighter weight
– a reasonable price – about 50-60% cheaper than an authentic slate roof.

Here are 5 reasons why our pros love and recommend a synthetic slate roof. We also discuss what it is made of and how much you will pay for materials and installation.

What is synthetic slate?

Faux slate tile is also known as composite slate shingles. It is important to know that they can be manufactured from a number of different materials,

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5 Best Synthetic Slate Roofing Products (2024)

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Thanks to modern technology, there are now synthetic slate roofing options that look identical to real slate stone, but cost at least 50-60% less.

You can install high quality composite slate roof shingles for $15,000 on a simple 1,600 sq. ft. ranch or cape style home.

Compared to real slate, these synthetic slate shingles and tiles are also lighter in weight, highly durable, and weather resistant, making them a premium, high-quality roofing material.

What Are Synthetic Slate Shingles Made Of?

Synthetic slate shingles are a relatively new roofing material that is made from a mixture of fiberglass, hemp fibers, post industrial plastic, recycled paper products, polymers, and a number of others,

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Roofing Cost Spike In Houston, TX After Hurricane Harvey

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After hurricane Harvey, roofing cost in the impacted areas has seen a major increase. Still, homeowners in Houston and surrounding regions are scrambling to find a contractor to repair or their damaged roofs. Storm chasers have flooded in, offering to “do your roof in one day” and even “pay your deductible”, as demand for roofing work spiked 4 times from its normal levels.

Since there aren’t enough local contractors available due to high demand, homeowners are faced with higher roofing prices combined with questionable labor quality and often lack of any substantial warranty. Here is what you need to know to not get ripped off, and get a properly installed roof.

How are roofing prices in Houston affected by hurricane Harvey?

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Best Metal Roof Colors On Houses (2023)

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Contrary to common misconceptions, there is a wide range of metal roof colors and finishes that can beautifully match any house style.

Since metal is a lifetime material, and your new roof will cost at least $9,000-11,000 you want to pick a color that you will be happy with for many years to come.

In addition to curb appeal, it is important to consider the quality of the metal roof paint. Choosing a budget vs. premium coating will have a direct impact on how your roof will look ten, twenty, and thirty years down the line.

Best Colors of Metal Roofs

You can order your metal roof literally in any color you can imagine!

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Top 65 Facts About Roofing Shingles

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There’s a good chance every house in your neighborhood is outfitted with a shingles roof. Mainly because 75% of all houses in North America opt for this popular type of install.

But before you decide to follow the crowd, dig a little deeper and find out more about this material.

Here are the top 65 facts about asphalt shingles you should know, before you buy.

In this post:

Shingle types

Shingles facts

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2023 Roof Replacement Cost Variations Across US Regions

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Your roofing cost can differ by as much as 18% up or down, depending on where you live.

This is about $1,200 for an average re-roofing project!

New Roof Cost Based On Region

Below is a map of US regions, as well as average installation prices for a 1650 sq. ft. roof with the following job specs:

1,650 square feet, 1 storey, 5-pitch Ranch house. 1 layer tear off. GAF Timberline or equal quality shingle with manufacturer required accessories. 1 chimney flash with lead.

US Regional Roof Prices

Prices are grouped together in the following 9 geographic areas in the US:

New England –

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