The most widely used roofing material used in Gainesville, Florida is the architectural composition shingles. Architectural shingles provide a low, cost, quality look at an affordable price. These are the preferred choice for most homeowners because they are widely available in almost every type and color imaginable. Maintenance requirements for architectural shingles is low and they are easily walked on to clean any debris or mold that may have accumulated.

Metal roofing in Gainesville has been coming back recently. The national trend has seen the roofing material becoming increasingly popular for the durability, low maintenance and fire resistance. Although the cost of metal roofing is more than average, the results are top notch. Metal roofing is good for both residential and commercial roofing in Florida.

Tile roofing is mostly seen on homes in the southwest or in southern Florida. Clay tile lasts an extremely long time, usually outlasting the supports it rests on. Tile does not burn, rot, or become susceptible to insects and mold. There are many different colors, and styles to choose from. Clay tile is normally only used in new construction or to repair an existing tile roof. The weight of the material will normally exceed the spec on a normal roof. Tile is also one of the most expensive roofing materials to choose from.

There are not many examples of slate roofing in Gainesville, but it is a very good roofing choice. Slate is a very thin piece of rock and is layered similar to shingles. The look of slate is unmatched, and it is a favorite among luxury home owners. Slate, like clay is very heavy and normally used only during new construction or repairs to an existing slate roof. Slate is virtually maintenance free and comes in a variety of colors. The big drawback is the cost, which limits most homeowners.

Concrete roofing material is used for the first protection, low maintenance and its resistance to rot or insects. Concrete can be made to look like wood while offering far superior protection. The concrete shingle is actually a fiber composite and often will be coated with other materials such as plastics, enamels, or metal. Fiber reinforced concrete roofing in Gainesville offers a similar protection as hardie board does for siding.

Asphalt, hot mop roofing is mostly a commercial roofing material. Commercial roofs that are flat or close to flat are the ideal candidate for a hot mopped roofing system. When properly applied by a licensed roofing contractor, the roof will hold up for a long time and provide cost savings so crucial to businesses.

Wood roofing is one of the best looking roofing materials around. Wood shakes provide a good energy savings by allowing the attic to properly breathe. Wood is not used in Gainesville Florida as much as it would be on the coastline due to fire concerns. Wood shingles also require more maintenance than a lot of the other choices. Wood roofing shakes are also susceptible to mold, rot, and insects.