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Roof Replacement

A roof is a critical component of your home’s structure, providing essential protection against the elements, reinforcing walls, and defining the architectural style. When selecting the right roofing material, factors like durability, affordability, and eco-friendliness are key. Roof shingle materials and costs can vary significantly based on these factors.

At Zen Construction Group, we’ve put together a comprehensive guide to the most popular roof shingle types, comparing their life spans, costs, benefits, and drawbacks. This guide will help you choose the best roofing material to meet your home’s specific needs.

Standing Seam Metal Roof

Standing Seam roofs cost, on average, between $18,000 and $60,000.

Metal Tile Roof

Metal Tile roofs cost, on average, between $24,000 and $87,000.

Concrete / Clay Tile Roof

The NRCIA reports that the average tile roof cost is $14,400 to $45,000.

Asphalt Shingle Roof

Shingle roofs cost, on average, between $9,000and $24,000.

Flat Roof

Flat roof cost vary on systems, they are between $3,500 and $20,250.

Types of Roof Shingles

There are numerous types of roof shingles to choose from. Here’s an overview of the most common types and their average life spans.

Roof Life Span Table

Roof Types and Their Life Spans

Roof Type Life Span*

Three-Tab Asphalt Shingles


Three-tab asphalt shingles are an affordable and popular roofing option for homeowners looking to balance cost with functionality. Known for their classic, uniform appearance, these shingles are constructed from fiberglass felt coated with asphalt and granules, offering waterproof and fire-resistant properties. However, their durability typically ranges from 15 to 20 years, with extreme weather conditions potentially reducing this lifespan. Regular maintenance is required, and while economical, they are not the most eco-friendly choice.

Pros:

  • Cost-effective

  • Available in various colors

  • Complements many home styles

Cons:

  • Less durable in extreme weather

  • Higher maintenance needs

  • Not environmentally friendly

Architectural Asphalt Shingles


For a more refined appearance, architectural asphalt shingles provide enhanced aesthetics with the durability of asphalt. Thicker and more robust than three-tab shingles, they offer a lifespan of 20 to 30 years, with options for special coatings that extend longevity. Ideal for various home styles, they combine affordability with a sophisticated look.

Pros:

  • Enhanced visual appeal

  • Easy to install and repair

  • Available with protective finishes

Cons:

  • May degrade in extreme climates

  • Higher wind resistance requires specially rated shingles

  • Regular maintenance needed

Architectural Asphalt Shingles

Clay tiles bring an elegant, timeless appeal to Spanish and Mediterranean-style homes. These tiles are incredibly durable, with a lifespan of 40 to 80 years, and offer excellent fire, insect, and rot resistance. Clay tiles also provide natural insulation, helping to regulate indoor temperatures. While they are an eco-friendly choice, they are heavy and expensive, requiring professional installation and additional structural support.

Pros:

  • Enhanced visual appeal

  • Easy to install and repair

  • Available with protective finishes

Cons:

  • May degrade in extreme climates

  • Higher wind resistance requires specially rated shingles

  • Regular maintenance needed

Concrete Tiles

Concrete tiles are a versatile and cost-effective roofing option, often designed to mimic the appearance of more expensive materials like clay or slate. With a lifespan of 25 to 60 years, they offer excellent insulation, fire resistance, and minimal maintenance. However, they are heavy and may require additional structural support before installation.

Pros:

  • Affordable alternative to natural materials

  • Long-lasting with minimal maintenance

  • Fire and rot-resistant

Cons:

  • Heavy, requiring structural reinforcement

  • Less environmentally friendly than clay or slate

Metal Roofing

Metal roofs are increasingly popular in Florida for their energy efficiency, durability, and longevity. Reflecting UV rays, metal roofs help reduce cooling costs and protect your home from the sun's damaging effects. With a lifespan of 40+ years, depending on the type of metal, they are among the longest-lasting roofing options available. Metal roofs are also favored by insurance companies for their resilience, potentially lowering your premiums.

Pros:

  • Significant energy savings

  • Long lifespan of 40+ years

  • Preferred by insurance companies, potentially lowering premiums

Cons:

  • High initial cost, especially for standing seam options

  • Risk of rust in coastal areas (aluminum roofs are recommended for these regions)

  • Susceptible to dents from hail or debris

Whether you’re considering economical asphalt shingles, the elegance of clay or concrete tiles, or the long-lasting benefits of a metal roof, Zen Construction Group offers expert installation and guidance to help you choose the best roofing solution for your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your Questions Answered

How do you ensure quality with so many different services?

With over decades of combined experience in the local market of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach, we have worked with some of the best and worst craftsman in the industry. When you hire Zen Master Builders, you are benefitting from the years of both successes and failures while get the benefit of only working with the best workers at a fair price.

What is Pace Financing?

Pace financing is a private lending program for homeowners looking for loan which requires no credit score and offers low monthly payments.

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Are you fully licensed and insured?

Zen Construction Group is an advisory service that has expertise in the unique South Florida market. We make sure you are using the correct products that pass the strict local codes, use the best workers and manage the process for you. We partner with our GC UB Consulting LLC which has both a GC and roofing license.

Do I get a special discount if I do multiple services?

Very often, our customers want to do multiple things at once to their property and we assist by being a reliable and trustworthy one-stop-shop to make their lives easier.

What areas do you service?

Currently, we serve from the Florida Keys up to northern Orlando as well as over to the west coast in Tampa.