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Due to the
high cost and scarcity of natural roofing products such as
wood shakes, slate or clay tiles, manufacturers have
developed replacement materials that mimic the appearance of
"the real thing". Most of these substitute
products consist of a fiber-reinforced cement that offers
long life, durability, quality and a pleasing appearance –
sometimes at a considerable savings over the original
product. Many synthetic roof products may actually even
offer other improvements over the original products.
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Considerations
An important factor in realizing the full benefits of the
synthetic roof products is proper use. That is, use on the
correct slope, in the proper environment and following
proper installation practices. While some may be installed
similar to the original product, others require special
clips, fasteners or other installation methods that must be
closely followed to ensure a watertight application. In
addition to the fiber cement, there are also plastic or wood
composite products that may not be as durable or long-lived.
The HouseMaster Technical Staff recommends that, if
possible, information on the actual product, installation
requirements and warranty information should be obtained by
the owner or manufacturer.
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