The idea of needing to replace the roof on your house is only exciting to those who are really bored with life or a professional roofer.  Especially if you have never had to replace a roof before, the sheer number of choices is enough to make you want to go a little crazy, but that is a whole other home improvement issue all together.  Since you have to make the decisions anyway, you may as well learn a bit about one of the newer options in roofing material, the flex roofing shakes.  While they are more expensive than just about any other option you could decide, with some information you might decide they are worth the expense.

There is a good chance you have no idea what flex roofing shake is.  To put it simply, these are shingles made from recycled steel belted radial tires.  In other words, they are rubber shingles.  For those who are concerned about the environment and are interested in recycling wherever possible, these shakes may be the perfect choice.  They certainly help limit the amount of tires found in landfills. 

Flex Roofing Shakes

Another advantage to choosing flex roofing shakes is that they come with a 50 year warranty. That is one serious guarantee.  As you know, rubber lasts forever.  After all, thousands of tons of truck and loads are moved on it everyday.  They are guaranteed against hail and other cases of extreme weather.  To give you an idea of how strong these shingles are, you have to understand that they weigh 350 lbs per square.  There isn’t a storm yet that can beat that. 

If you are worried about the top of your house looking like a truck tire, don’t.  The flex roofing shakes are coated with ground slate and can be purchased in whatever style or color you prefer.  No one but you has to know that you have leftover radial tires on your roof.  Of course when your neighbors have weather damage, you will still be sitting pretty.  Be sure to check with local authorities before installation though.  Some cities and towns prohibit the use of rubber on home roofs. 

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