Roofing a porch should set you back over \u00a31000 \u2013 but you can cut the cost (or increase it!) depending on the porch roof materials you choose.<\/p>\n
We\u2019ve put together this short guide to help you make an informed decision \u2013 including the good, the bad and the cost of porch roof materials.<\/p>\n
Cedar shingles are beautiful, especially if you have a wood cabin or lodge porch that you\u2019re hoping to roof. They also age beautifully and add character to a home \u2013 as wood usually does!<\/p>\n
The first thing you\u2019ll notice with Cedar shingles is that you can find them in 3 different grades; Blue, Red and Black. Blue label is the top quality grade wood, cut from 100% heart wood and should be 100% free of any knots or imperfections. It\u2019s the only wood label that professional roofers will recommend for roofing a home as imperfections reduce the lifespan of the roofing material. However; Red label also is very low in imperfections and can be used effectively for porches \u2013 and they cost quite a bit less! Black label is the lowest grade allowed for roofing, and also comes at the most discounted price \u2013 but beware, it may be a false economy for your porch roof, as it might need to be replaced faster than if you use Red or Blue label wood.<\/p>\n
They are the most expensive option in our guide \u2013 but sometimes you have to pay more for the perfect porch roof.<\/p>\n
Cost:<\/strong> Cedar Shingles start from \u00a345.99.<\/p>\n Tiling a porch roof can be especially costly, not just in porch tiles themselves, but also the installation costs. If your main roof is tiled with traditional tile, it\u2019s hard to imagine anything else will do \u2013 however, you may not have heard of lightweight roof tiles.<\/p>\n You can get lightweight metal and bitumen tiles for your porch roof that look like real tiles, match your current roof tiles, but cost less than the real thing and you could even install them yourself. They come in \u2018sheets\u2019 of tile, usually sets of 5 in a row, that you lay on top of each other. This brand new way of roof tiling is cheaper than traditional tiles and looks incredible when installed.<\/p>\n All three types of tile listed below come in multiple colours so you can pick something that suits your porch; and should you want an area that lets light though, you can even add a clear \u2018window\u2019 section to your roof with the bitumen tiles.<\/p>\n Cost:<\/strong><\/p>\n Bitumen One pack from \u00a324.95\u00a0 (covers 2.17m2)<\/p>\n Corotile One pack from: \u00a323.99 (covers 0.81m2)<\/p>\n Metrotile per sheet tile from: \u00a313.20 (covers 0.46m2 and comes with 40 year guarantee)<\/p>\n Corrugated foam PVC is a great option if you\u2019re looking for something that will last well and doesn\u2019t burn a hole in your pocket. It looks good, is incredibly simple to install and is very cheap. It boasts non-fading colours and comes with a five-year warranty.<\/p>\n Being impact resistant and suitable for all weather conditions, it really is the perfect option for our changeable weather; the only drawbacks are aesthetic. It only comes in 4 different colours, and some people don\u2019t find the single panel look appealing, but if you have a roof in a similar colour it could be the perfect solution for you.<\/p>\n It even comes cut to size, so installation is seriously simple.<\/p>\n Cost:<\/strong> Per sheet from \u00a321.61 (covers 1.8m2)<\/p>\n As with corrugated foam PVC, coroline and onduline roof materials come in large sheets rather than tiles. They\u2019re made of bitumen, a synthetic material which is usually melted together at the seams to form an impenetrable waterproof roofing sheet. Coroline and Onduline are at the forefront of bitumen roofing; allowing incredible waterproofing while reducing the less desirable assets of old bitumen roofing which could overheat.<\/p>\n Coroline is a thinner version of Onduline, and as such is slightly cheaper. The only real difference is that Onduline, being a thicker version, should last longer than Coroline so might be a better investment. Like bitumen tiles, you can also get clear sections of Coroline and Onduline if you\u2019d like to allow light onto your porch while staying out of the rain.<\/p>\n Again, if you are installing your own porch roof, these porch roof materials are an incredible option, being simple to install but incredibly long-lasting.<\/p>\n Costs:<\/strong><\/p>\n Coroline starts at \u00a39.49 (covers 2.6m2)<\/p>\n Onduline starts at \u00a310.95 (covers 3m2)<\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for a glass porch roof or door canopy, but decided against it because of the cost or safety worries, you might want to consider polycarbonate. Flat polycarbonate is often used as it is 200 times more impact resistant than glass and can be cheaper.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for the very cheapest option, however, walled polycarbonate is definitely the best option. Water and weatherproof, and coming in multiple colour options, as long as you\u2019re happy for light to shine through \u2013 polycarbonate is a great option. You can even use it for conservatory roofing, so porch roofing is a perfect fit too.<\/p>\n Costs:<\/strong><\/p>\n Walled polycarbonate sheet from \u00a31.30 (covers 0.74m2)<\/p>\n Flat polycarbonate sheet from \u00a323.66 (covers 1m2)<\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re building a large porch or a small door canopy, there\u2019s so much to consider when choosing your porch roof materials \u2013 cost, installation, aesthetic and longevity. Ultimately, all the above options are perfect, depending on your needs.<\/p>\n Before you buy your porch roof materials from just anywhere online, you might be interested to know that here at eRoofs you can expect:<\/p>\n Super fast FREE delivery on orders over \u00a3100*<\/p>\n 48 Hour delivery on many products<\/p>\n Instant FREE credit for Schools, Colleges & More<\/p>\n Handy FREE installation guides (and even instructional videos!)<\/p>\n Incredible prices on all of our roofing products<\/p>\n <\/p>\n *Free delivery applies to most of the UK, but some areas may incur a charge, unfortunately \u2013 please check the eRoofs website for more details.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Roofing a porch should set you back over \u00a31000 \u2013 but you can cut the cost (or increase it!) depending on the porch roof materials you choose. We\u2019ve put together this short guide to help you make an informed decision \u2013 including the good, the bad and the cost of porch roof materials.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":591,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0},"categories":[21],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\r\nLight Weight Tile<\/h2>\n
Corrugated Foam PVC<\/h2>\n
Coroline & Onduline<\/h2>\n
Polycarbonate<\/h2>\n
Porch roof materials \u2013 which is right for your porch?<\/h2>\n