Roofing materials · Greensboro & the Triad
Looking at Best Choice Roofs in Greensboro? Compare Materials First
The material you choose sets the price, the look and how the roof stands up to Piedmont storms. Here is a plain-English comparison of the main options, and where to find Greensboro-area roofers to quote each one.
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Best Choice Roofing and other installers
Best Choice Roofing installs residential roofs in many U.S. markets. Most established Triad roofers install the same major shingle brands, so compare the product line and the installer, not just the company name.
The main residential roofing options
Architectural (dimensional) shingles
The most common choice on new roofs: laminated layers give a thicker look and higher wind ratings than older three-tab shingles.
Three-tab shingles
Flat, single-layer and lower in cost, and now far less common on new roofs than architectural shingles.
Impact-resistant (Class 4) shingles
Rated Class 4 under UL 2218 — the top class in that test, which drops a 2-inch steel ball on the shingle. Ask your insurer whether it offers a discount for them.
Standing-seam and exposed-fastener metal
Metal costs more up front and can last for decades. Standing seam hides its fasteners; exposed-fastener panels cost less but need periodic fastener checks.
Wind and hail ratings to ask about
Shingle wind resistance is tested under ASTM D3161 (Class F is rated to 110 mph) and ASTM D7158 (Class H is rated to 150 mph). Hail resistance is rated under UL 2218, Classes 1 through 4.
Ask each roofer which ratings the quoted product carries and what installation method the rating requires.
Matching the material to the house
Roof pitch, attic ventilation, HOA rules and how long you plan to stay all affect the right choice. A good roofer explains the trade-offs for your roof rather than pushing a single product.
Greensboro and Triad roofers
Greensboro is the seat of Guilford County. Roofers based in High Point, Burlington and Winston-Salem also work across the Triad, so widen your shortlist if you want more quotes.
Roofing material questions
What is the most common roofing material in North Carolina?
Asphalt shingles — and on new roofs, most of them are architectural (dimensional) shingles.
Are Class 4 impact-resistant shingles worth it?
They cost more than standard shingles and resist hail better. Whether they pay off depends on your storm exposure and whether your insurer offers a discount, so ask before you choose.
Is metal roofing more expensive than shingles?
Usually yes, up front. It can last longer, so compare the cost over the years you expect to own the home.
Is bestchoiceroofs.com part of Best Choice Roofing?
No. bestchoiceroofs.com is published by the National Roofing Directory, an independent contractor directory, and is not affiliated with Best Choice Roofing.