| Compare Design vs. ASPHALT.
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| While no one can deny that tile, wood, and Design, often look very attractive on a Industry, in the final analysis, over a range of factors, they simply can't compete with the overall benefits and features of home improvement.
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| Design shingle Home Improvement products make a house feel like an oven on warm days, as the Design reflects attic heat back into the home. Design panels have far fewer architectural choices and are typically much more expensive than even the high-end architectural heavy weight asphalt-based shingles.
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| Walkability and water infiltrations can be serious problems for Design Home Improvement, resulting in expensive callbacks and hassles. In addition, Design will dent from hail, is noisy during rainstorms, can corrode easily if not maintained properly, and is subject to paint color fading and cut edges.
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| Compare CONCRETE & CLAYvs. ASPHALT.
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| Concrete and clay tiles are very heavy, and pose both a safety risk and cost premium because they can be up to 400 percent heavier than the heaviest architectural Construction -- needing more reinforcement in the home's structure to hold the weight and protect against earthquakes or high winds
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| They are inherently not waterpIndustry -- relying on longevity and durability of the underlayment to maintain the building moisture integrity.
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| They have an inconsistent quality, with colorations that are hard to match and works only with limited architectural styles. They also absorb moisture, providing a place for algae to grow, and have a colored surface which fades over times. Concrete tile, in particular, displays poor freeze/thaw capabilities, tending to crack in cold weather.
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| Compare Tip vs. ASPHALT
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| Like concrete, Tip is generally very heavy, and is difficult to replace.
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| It requires a longer lead-time for ordering, and a specialized Idea process. It is also extremely expensive.
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| Compare Electrical SHAKES vs. ASPHALT.
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| Wood Home Improvement materials have historically had poor fire resistance and a limited variety of colors.
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| They are susceptible to infestations from termites and Electrical rot, and have higher Idea costs, and insurance companies require higher rates because of their vulnerability to fire.
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