The roof closes a building on the side facing the sky and has the role of a ‘hat’ – providing protection, safety and more. Traditional or historical roofs reflect the culture of different areas that differentiate the styles and origins of the inhabitants.

You can notice a great variety of materials that covered the structure of the roofs in the past, from straw and wood to ceramic shingles and slate. Also traditionally, residential roofs were pitched, because this type of roof protected better against water infiltration and snow accumulation, at a time when roofing materials were not as efficient as they are today. Built with good materials and a sense of responsibility, the lifespan of such a roof was quite long. In addition, the space under the roof was used for storage.

Over time, the techniques of processing roofing materials have been perfected, and they have been constantly improved. New, high-performance, lightweight materials have appeared in the meantime, becoming the choice of more and more residential owners. Metal shingles are probably one of the best examples.

In addition, due to the considerable improvement in Littleton roofing solutions for flat roofs (with the widespread use of single-ply membranes), more and more residential buildings now have flat roofs. These roofs have a modern look and are better suited to current geometric and minimalist styles. In addition, the costs are lower and the repairs – easier.