Do you know what type of roofing lasts the longest? Of course, it depends greatly on the amount of attention you give to the upkeep of your roof, but when it comes down to it, clay roofing has an extremely long life span. In fact, there are many clay roofs around that were there before you were born.
Clay has many other benefits apart from its longevity. It has a high thermal capacity, which will save you money on your heating and cooling, since it will absorb and retain heat very well.
Clay roofing is also very resistant to damage. Naturally, it won’t be damaged by fire, but it also can withstand damage from hail and other serious weather conditions that could damage lesser materials.
On the downside, clay roofing is expensive, especially if your current framing isn’t built to hold up the added weight and needs to be installed. This is why it is important to use a reliable and experienced roofer, since clay roofing is such a major investment.
