Roofing Materials Explained: Choosing the Best Option for Your Home

Roofs are one of the cornerstones of your home. They are a huge beacon that make your home shine and also are one of the main components that keep you safe! Having the right roof for you and your home is paramount in order to properly protect and display your house to the world. Choosing the correct roofing material is an important choice that can completely change how your roof looks and how long it lasts. Here are some of the main roofing materials and some helpful information to assist in making this choice.

Slate roofs – Slate roofs are one of the most common roofs. It’s cheap and long lasting. It also resists most types of climates. Especially in this area, this is a popular option and will do the job of keeping a roof over your head.


Concrete tile roofs – Tile is a fantastic option for Wisconsin winters. It can handle a ton of snow and can even resist hail. Concrete is one of the most durable options, but it is also a bit more expensive and is a very heavy option. Choosing concrete can depend heavily on the style and shape of your home.

Copper roofs – Copper roughs are incredibly unique. They are eye-catching and are much shinier than other roofing options. Copper does have less customization options compared to other roofs. This is because copper can only be customized by a process of exposing your copper to the elements and having the copper take on a greenish hue that adds a classic and regal touch to your design. This process can be stopped at any time with the proper treatment, allowing your roof to be as old and classic or new and shiny as you’d like!

These are just a few of the incredible roofing options we specialize with at VR Roofing. Come take a look at our incredible selection and contact our knowledgeable staff today! We will help you pick the best roofing material for you and your home. 

Here at VR Roofing we will use our roofing knowledge and professional crew to help you get the best service possible. Contact Van De Hey Refined Roofing to learn about the best roofing options to fit your needs. We proudly serving the Appleton, Little Chute and the Fox Valley area, Sheboygan, Oshkosh, Madison, Milwaukee, Shorewood, Sheboygan, Oconomowoc, Verona, Waukesha, and Green Bay and De Pere areas in Wisconsin with all copper accents and copper roofing.