Roofing Materials We Offer
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Composite Shake — The Look of Cedar, Without the Worry
Engineered to replicate the authentic beauty of hand-split cedar shake with superior durability, fire resistance, and zero maintenance. Available from Brava and DaVinci.
Lifespan: 50+ years | Installation: 3-5 days for average home | Warranty: 50 year to lifetime transferable warranty
Best For: Cottage, Craftsman, Cape Cod, or rustic style homes
Michigan Climate Suitability: All climates — rated for 110+ mph winds and freeze-thaw cycles
- Authentic hand-split cedar appearance
- Class A fire rated and Class 4 impact resistant
- Will not rot, crack, split, or warp
- Color runs throughout — no fading or granule loss
- 50+ year manufacturer warranty
Composite Slate — Century Slate Beauty, Without the Weight
Captures the timeless elegance of natural slate without the extreme weight or structural reinforcement requirements. Available from Brava and DaVinci.
Lifespan: 50-75+ years | Installation: 4-6 days for average home | Warranty: 50 year to lifetime transferable warranty
Best For: Historic homes, luxury properties, Tudor and Colonial styles
Michigan Climate Suitability: All climates — handles freeze-thaw, wind, and hail
- Authentic natural slate appearance without repeating patterns
- 1/4 the weight of natural slate — no structural reinforcement needed
- Class A fire rated and Class 4 impact resistant
- UV-stabilized colors that won't fade
- Walking on tiles won't cause breakage
Composite Barrel Tile — Mediterranean Warmth, Modern Durability
Synthetic Spanish barrel tiles offering the classic warmth of traditional clay without the weight, fragility, or freeze-thaw limitations. Available from Brava.
Lifespan: 50+ years | Installation: 5-7 days for average home | Warranty: 50 year transferable warranty
Best For: Mediterranean, Spanish, Tuscan, and Southwest style homes
Michigan Climate Suitability: All climates — unlike clay, handles Michigan freeze-thaw cycles
- Authentic barrel tile profile with multi-color blends
- Safe in freeze-thaw climates (unlike clay)
- 1/3 the weight of clay — no structural reinforcement
- Class A fire rated and Class 4 impact resistant
- Patented multi-coloring runs through entire tile
Synthetic Shingles — Next-Gen Impact & Hail Protection
Revolutionary one-piece synthetic construction with no asphalt and no granules. The most hail-resistant shingle on the market. Available from F-Wave.
Lifespan: 50+ years | Installation: 1-3 days — interlocking design with year-round install | Warranty: 50 year warranty with Class 4 hail guarantee
Best For: Hail-prone areas, homeowners seeking insurance discounts
Michigan Climate Suitability: All climates — no minimum temperature installation restrictions
- Highest hail resistance rating available (Class 4)
- 150 mph straight-line wind warranty
- No granules = no granule loss ever
- One-piece construction won't delaminate
- Year-round installation with no temperature restrictions
Asphalt Shingles — America's Most Popular Choice
Premium architectural asphalt shingles from GAF, offering the industry's best layered dimension, StainGuard Plus™ protection, and LayerLock™ technology.
Lifespan: 25-50 years | Installation: 1-3 days for average home | Warranty: Lifetime limited warranty (HDZ/UHDZ)
Best For: Budget-conscious homeowners, any home style
Michigan Climate Suitability: Good for all climates with GAF's wind and impact ratings
- Most affordable roofing option for premium quality
- GAF Timberline — #1 selling shingle in North America
- Wide variety of colors and styles
- Easy to repair and replace
- LayerLock™ technology for 130 mph wind resistance
Architectural Steel Shingles — Galvalume® Strength & 50+ Year Performance
Engineered for extreme longevity, hail resistance, and classic aesthetics. Featuring GAF TimberSteel™ 24-gauge Galvalume® steel architectural shingles with stepped dimensional tabs and embossed vertical striated grain, Class 4 impact resistance, and 50-year warranty protection.
Lifespan: 50+ years | Installation: 1-3 days — nail-gunnable interlocking design installs fast with certified roofing crews | Warranty: 50-year limited material defect coverage & 30-year workmanship warranty (TimberSteel™ ArmorPledge™)
Best For: Homeowners seeking maximum durability, Class 4 hail resistance, and classic architectural shingle styling in steel
Michigan Climate Suitability: All climates — excels in Michigan freeze-thaw cycles, high snow loads, and extreme hail
- 50+ year permanent lifespan with 24-gauge Galvalume® structural steel
- Highest impact rating available (UL 2218 Class 4)
- Embossed vertical striated grain eliminates oil-canning
- Interlocking nail-gunnable design with butyl adhesive seals
- Backed by GAF — North America's largest and most trusted roofing manufacturer
Standing Seam Metal — Commercial-Grade Architectural Seam Lines
Precision-engineered vertical seam panels with 1.5" to 2" raised seams and concealed fasteners. Sleek modern architectural profile with superior snow and ice shedding across Michigan winters.
Lifespan: 50-70+ years | Installation: 3-5 days — custom on-site or factory roll-formed panels | Warranty: 50-year non-prorated paint & substrate warranty
Best For: Modern, contemporary, and mountain-modern homes, or high-snow pitched roofs
Michigan Climate Suitability: Ideal for Michigan — snow slides off effortlessly, preventing ice dams
- Concealed fasteners prevent leak points
- 1.5"-2" standing seams provide striking vertical architectural shadow lines
- Superior snow shedding eliminates heavy roof snow accumulation
- Kynar 500 / PVDF finish resists chalking and fading for decades
- Class A fire rating and Class 4 impact resistance
Barn Metal Panels — Rugged Classic Rib & Ag-Panel Performance
Time-tested 36" exposed-fastener ribbed metal panels featuring ¾" high trapezoidal ribs spaced 9" on-center. Exceptionally cost-effective, weather-resistant roofing ideal for modern farmhouses, outbuildings, and residential homes.
Lifespan: 40-50 years | Installation: 1-3 days — 36-inch wide panel coverage installs rapidly | Warranty: 40-year paint finish warranty
Best For: Modern farmhouses, barndominiums, cabins, cottages, and cost-conscious metal projects
Michigan Climate Suitability: Excellent for snow, high winds, and freeze-thaw cycles
- Significantly more affordable than standing seam while offering metal longevity
- Rapid installation due to wide 36" panel coverage
- High-tensile Galvalume steel construction
- Excellent snow and rain shedding
- Classic American farmhouse aesthetic