The advantage of a pitched roof.
Positive pitched roof.
Pitched roofs have been a staple of architecture for millennia because of how weather resilient they are.
Combined with routine maintenance a pitched roof can last much longer with less maintenance than a flat roof.
Pitched roofs have room for a proper ventilation system and insulation.
There are a couple of downsides to installing a pitched roof.
Pitched roofs require a strong structure.
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Flat roofs have no slope and are available in built up single ply.
Pitched roofs come in a variety of styles such as gable cross gable and hipped all of which are sloped to different degrees.
A pitched roof will guarantee fewer expenses on maintenance compared to a flat roof.
With the frequent precipitation here in pdx a pitched roof offers many benefits to homeowners.
Sustainability some roofing tiles have sustainable credentials to integrate solar panels within the structure of pitched roofs.
The most important con for many homeowners is the cost.
Pitched roofs are built to allow natural ventilation between the outer layer and the building preserving energy.
This is because shingle systems are easier to install than membrane systems and shingles cost less.