Alternatives to Asphalt Shingles for Your Next Roof

Alternatives to Asphalt Shingles for Your Next Roof You might be left thinking that an asphalt roof is your only option when you hear that other materials come with long lead times or are simply unavailable. Unfortunately, asphalt roofing doesn't match the durability, performance, or aesthetic.

By Enviroshake

2025-01-01

TL;DR: Asphalt shingles aren't the only option for Tampa Bay homeowners. Metal roofing, tile, and composite shake alternatives offer superior durability, wind uplift resistance, and energy efficiency in Florida's climate. Hytz Roofing installs all major roofing types.

Alternatives to Asphalt Shingles for Your Next Roof

You might be left thinking that an asphalt roof is your only option when you hear that other materials come with long lead times or are simply unavailable.

Unfortunately, asphalt roofing doesn't match the durability, performance, or aesthetic appeal of synthetic alternatives. It's not sustainably produced, lacks the authentic look of cedar and slate, and doesn't meet the highest industry ratings, such as a Miami-Dade NOA (Notice of Acceptance). So what are your options?

At Enviroshake roofing, we strive to ensure homeowners and contractors are fully informed about their roofing choices. Here, we explain all the factors to consider when selecting a roofing material and why you shouldn’t settle for asphalt.

What are the main downsides of asphalt roofing?

Asphalt roofing, while inexpensive, comes with several significant drawbacks including devaluation of property, frequent maintenance needs, vulnerability to harsh weather, a short lifespan, and potential health risks due to formaldehyde emissions.

While asphalt roofs are inexpensive, they present many challenges:

Devaluation: Replacing a cedar roof with asphalt can immediately devalue a property.
Frequent Maintenance: Asphalt roofs incur regular re-roofing costs due to issues like granule loss, cracking, curling, and cupping, often requiring frequent underlayment inspections.
Weather Vulnerability: High winds can easily tear asphalt shingles off a roof, a significant concern given the strict wind uplift resistance requirements of the Florida Building Code.
Short Lifespan: Most asphalt roofs need replacement after 10–15 years, making them costly over a home's lifetime, whereas alternatives often meet higher standards set by organizations like ASTM International.
Health Risks: Fiberglass-based asphalt shingles emit formaldehyde, a toxic material that can cause respiratory irritation and more serious health effects.

Why consider Enviroshake as a roofing alternative?

Enviroshake offers a superior alternative to traditional asphalt shingles, providing authentic-looking shake and slate products with top industry ratings, minimal maintenance, and enhanced durability.

Enviroshake provides a superior alternative with the most authentic-looking shake and slate products on the market, often featuring an algae-resistant coating,, boasting the best ratings in the industry (including those recognized by the FRSA), and being virtually maintenance-free. Our enhanced production capacity also ensures that your roofing material is delivered on-site, on time.

Don’t fall for the misconception that asphalt is your only option if other materials seem unavailable. We work with you on your project timelines. Ask us about our in-stock options or lead time updates. With an increased capacity, our lead times update often. Our products offer a long-lasting, high-performing, and sustainable roofing solution that eliminates the drawbacks of asphalt. Choose Enviroshake for a roof that combines durability, beauty, and peace of mind.