If you’re in the market for new roofing, there are plenty of options to choose from. You can pick from a variety of shingle, wood, or composite roofing materials, but it’s important to consider tile roofs as well. Here, Link's Contracting of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, explains why tile is an appealing, durable, and smart roofing material.

Tile used to come in only one variety: a heavy, Spanish-style, terra-cotta red. This heavy tile would create such a strain on roofs that structural reinforcement had to be added for safety. Nowadays, new methods of production have made tiles lighter and stronger.

Traditional red tiles look beautiful on Spanish and Mediterranean-style homes, but today’s roofing tiles come in a lot of other colors—like gray, green, and blue. Some are even made to look like shake, wood, and slate, so you can get the look you envision with a bit more durability. 

Because tile can’t blow away like shingles, it holds up better in inclement weather than other roofing types. Some tile types can even withstand hurricane-force winds without damage. Tile is also resistant to hail, fire, and earthquakes. A tile roof can be expected to last 30 to 40 years, which makes it one of the more promising roofing investments.

In addition to saving on repair and replacement costs, tile roofing can also lower your energy bill. In fact, tile is a great insulator that resists heat in the summer and cold in the winter. Its eye-catching appearance will even add to your home’s resale value.

If you decide to have a tile roof installed on your home, you won’t find a better roofing contractor than Link's Contracting. With over 25 years of experience, Link’s technicians have the expertise to install siding, windows, doors, and gutters in addition to roofs. They can also take care of storm damage and offer 10-year no-leak warranties on all roofing systems they install. Call them today at (715) 424-5465 and visit their website to learn more.