Metal and shingle roofs are common options for residential buildings. Metal roofs are typically made of large sheets of steel ...

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Can you avoid tearing off your old asphalt shingle roof by putting a steel roof over it? Maybe. Most codes now allow no more than two layers of roofing before requiring a complete tear-off.

And while asphalt shingles are a homeowner favorite, we’ll cover everything you need to know about shingle roofs of all materials from wood and clay to steel and aluminum. Trust The Experienced ...