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How Asphalt Shingles Became the Standard Roofing Material

12.31.2018 By Bill Krech

Before asphalt shingles, wood shingles and shakes were the favorite residential roofing materials. But over the years, asphalt shingles have become so popular that they have since overtaken wood as the roofing material of choice among homeowners. Roofing and siding expert Krech Exteriors takes an in-depth look at how this happened and why asphalt shingles remain a popular roofing choice today.

Roofing Style Spotlight: Skillion Roof

12.18.2018 By Bill Krech

Skillion roofs, also known as shed roofs, are single-sloped roofs that have since become a staple of modern architectural styles. Krech Exteriors takes a closer look at this simple yet effective roofing style.

Don’t Believe These Common Tile Roofing Myths

12.11.2018 By Bill Krech

Despite being one of the oldest roofing systems known to man, myths about tile roofing still exist. In today’s blog, Krech Exteriors debunks three of the most pervasive tile roofing myths.

6 Slate Roof Installation Patterns

12.04.2018 By Bill Krech

When you think about slate roofing, you probably imagine uniformly-arranged gray or black rectangles on imposing sloped roofs. But, you might be surprised to know that slate can be installed in many ways, and in this blog, Krech Exteriors shares a list of the different installations that can be done with slate roofs.

The Myths Surrounding Metal Roofs

11.20.2018 By Bill Krech

Metal roofs are some of the best roofing options on the market. In fact, depending on the roof type you get, you can be looking at a roof that can serve your home properly for decades or even centuries as is the case with copper roofs.

Should You Upgrade to Architectural Shingles?

11.13.2018 By Bill Krech

The most popular type of asphalt shingle is probably what is known as the three-tab shingle. This material is what your roofing contractor probably uses in many of their projects. However, another variation of the asphalt shingle is slowly gaining traction throughout the U.S.: the architectural shingle. The question now is whether you should upgrade to this material.

The Difference Between Clay Tiles and Concrete Tiles

11.06.2018 By Bill Krech

Clay and concrete roofing tiles might look the same to the casual observer, but they’re actually two very different roofing materials with different benefits. We often get asked about them by our clients, which is why in this post, we’ll share a simple primer that can answer all of your basic questions about clay and concrete tiles.

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