Composition or Architectural

Advantages:
Cost Effective
Long Lasting
Ease of Installation
Easy to Maintain
Disadvantages:
Lacks Aesthetics
Asphalt Product

Cedar Shingles or Shakes

Advantages:
Renewable Material
Aesthetically Pleasing
Disadvantages:
Fluctuating Price
Short Life Span
Flammable
Maintenance can be an issue

Metal -Standing Seam or Metal Shingles

Advantages:
Long Life Span
Readily Available
Disadvantages:
Expensive Materials
Expensive Labor
Noisy
Maintenance can be an issue

Tile

Advantages:
Long Life Span
Aesthetically Pleasing
Disadvantages:
Heavy
Expensive
Difficult to Maintain