Roofing Materials & Options

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Explore popular residential and commercial roofing systems and find the right combination of performance, style, and color for your property.

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Most Common Roofing Options

BUILT DIFFERENT. DESIGNED FOR DIFFERENT NEEDS.

Every roofing system has its own advantages. The right choice depends on your property, roof design, budget, appearance preferences, and long-term goals.

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Composition Shingles

One of the most popular residential roofing choices, composition shingles offer a balance of affordability, durability, and design flexibility, with numerous styles and colors available.

Best for: Versatility, value, and a wide selection of styles.

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Tile Roofing

Concrete and clay tile provide a distinctive appearance and a durable roofing solution. Available in a variety of profiles and colors, tile complements many California architectural styles.

Best for: Durability, architectural character, and long-term performance.

Built up

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A built-up roof is a roof that has been treated with the application of specialized roofing materials to strengthen, seal, and finish roofs. A BUR consists of multiple layers of adhesive materials, alternating ply sheet fabrics, and surfacing materials and finishes.

Best for: Durability, architectural character, and long-term performance.

FLAT & LOW-SLOPE ROOFING

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Flat and low-slope roofs require systems specifically designed for proper drainage, weather exposure, and the unique demands of commercial properties.

Best for: Commercial buildings and properties with low-slope roof designs.

Make it yours in as easy as one, two, three

Choose your roof

Choose your color

Your roof is a major part of your property's appearance. Once you've selected the right roofing system, we'll help you explore available styles, profiles, and colors to find an option that complements your property.

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Choose your material

Start with the roofing system that's appropriate for your property, whether that's composition shingle, tile, metal, or another material.

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Explore Styles & Colors

Compare available profiles, textures, finishes, and colors from the roofing manufacturers we work with.

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Selection

Our team can help you compare your options and select a roofing system that works with your property's architecture, performance needs, and your personal style.

Materials and Color Gallery

Find your look

Composition

Tile

Built Up

Appearance

Material, profile, texture, and color can dramatically change the appearance of your property. We'll help you find an option that complements the overall design.

Property & roof Design

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Roof pitch, structure, existing conditions, and architectural style can influence which roofing systems are appropriate for your property.

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More than a Look

What You should consider

Budget

Roofing systems vary considerably in initial cost and long-term considerations. We'll explain your options so you can make an informed decision that works for your property and budget.

Durability

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Different roofing materials have different maintenance requirements, performance characteristics, and expected service lives.

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Choosing a roof isn't only about color. The right roofing system should work with your property's structure, roof slope, architectural style, budget, and long-term expectations.

Not sure which roof is right?

We can help you choose

Tell us about your property and what you're looking for. Timberline can help you compare roofing materials, styles, and colors and determine which options are appropriate for your project.

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