Types of Roofing Archives

Quick Answer to “What is Flat Roofing?”: Flat roofing refers to roofs with a very slight incline, constructed using materials that provide a continuous waterproof membrane over a portion or the entire building. This is a Three Tree Roofing commercial roofing project in Tukwila, Washington we upgraded from an old torch-down roof to a new […]

YES, metal roofs rust if they are not protected from the elements with a protective coating. Learn how to prevent a metal roof from rusting with rust-resistant metal roofing, protective coatings, maintenance and more.

A roof replacement can be an expensive proposition for homeowners. How much does a new roof cost in 2023? Understanding the costs by researching options ahead of time is critical in determining how to best move forward with the project. This article will provide readers with an overview of what costs to expect when replacing […]

This is part two of a five part series covering different roofing types. In part two, we deep dive into metal roofing.

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Nu-Ray Metal Roofing shared some insights with us about the benefits of metal roofing. Why Metal Roofing? There are many benefits to choosing a metal roof. One benefit is metal roofing lasts up to 4 times longer than other types of roofing. A second benefit is there are energy cost savings of up to 40% […]

Quick Answer to “What is metal roofing?”: Metal Roofing is a roof assembled using one type of a wide variety of metals including steel, aluminum, and copper. This is a new Three Tree Roofing metal roof on the shores of Lake Washington in Washington state. Extended Answer to “What is metal roofing?”: What is Metal […]

Quick Answer to “How Long Does Metal Roofing Last?”: Metal roofing has a long expected lifetime of 30 to 50 years. We converted this residential flat roof to a residential metal roof with a pitch. We insulated with polyiso tapers and installed dark bronze Nu Ray Metals NRM-2000 16” pencil ribbed gutters taking it from […]

Metal roofing is made of metal while Composite roofing is made from asphalt, fiberglass, and ceramic granules. Metal roofing is more expensive and has a very different look compared to composite shingle roofing.

Quick Answer to “How Much Does Metal Roofing Cost?”: Metal roofing cost is complicated. We provide free roofing estimates to give you personal attention and find an accurate cost for your roof replacement. Three Tree Roofing provides free roofing estimates to any home or commercial property owner in the Seattle area who thinks they need […]

Composite roofing shingles are nailed down over a layer of plywood (sheathing) and synthetic water resistant underlayment.

Composite roofing can be 100% environmentally friendly if your roofer takes your old roofing material to be properly recycled.

Quick Answer to “Composite Roofing vs. Cedar Shake Shingle Roofing”: Composite roofing is made from asphalt, fiberglass, and ceramic granules. Cedar shake shingle roofing is made from wood. Cedar shake shingle roofing is more expensive. Cedar Shake Shingle Roofing Composite Roofing Extended Answer to “Composite Roofing vs. Cedar Shake Shingle Roofing”: Differences between Composite Roofing […]

How Solar Panels Work Solar energy is derived from converting the sun’s radiation into electricity through photovoltaic cells or thermal collectors. Each PV cell is made of silicon, which is a semiconductor material that can convert light into electricity. When sunlight hits a PV cell, it excites the electrons in the silicon atoms, causing them […]