Currently the market is replete with all sorts of roofing materials suited for every taste. Materials must not only be durable, but they should have good performance concerning weathering (the ability to withstand a variety of weather conditions). These conditions consist of freezing temperatures, solar radiation, air oxygen without degradation, thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, and roofing contractors plano cold resistance. In this article we will discuss if Dallas roofing shingles are right for your home.ShinglesShingles made of fiberglass and polyester that is applied to bitumen tile and then covered with a special substance (usually for coloring purposes). This tile is a strong roofing material because it has a layer of bitumen-rubber coating that glues together and makes one whole roofing carpet under sunlight. This small tile is a sheet about a 3 feet long and has a standard width of about a foot. It weighs 17 to 26 pounds per square meter, has a triangular, rectangular or round shape, coming in a large variety of colors. This tile is can be deformed with your hands and without much effort, but is also resistant to atmospheric agents. This allows you to shape your roof intricately.Any roofs with a slope greater than 12 degrees has no limits when it comes to shingling. Such tiles are used if you want an elaborate, unusual form, since it can easily be mounted with a different slant and bend to any curved surface. Another prerequisite many Dallas roofing professionals talk about is the use of underlayment, a sheathing of waterproof plywood or OSB. This is very important for the security of the roof. Then the backing layer is rolled out over the entire area of the roof (which is also made of waterproof materials).Shingles are perfect for cottages, private houses, gazebos, garages, public buildings, etc. Such tiles are also used in the renovation of old roofs, laying new shingles directly on top of the old trained surface. If you are unsure about what style or color of shingles you should use, contact Texas Star Roofing, or another local professional in your area. They can help out with any details you may have.Shingles have many advantages to only a few disadvantages. For one, they do not break during transportation and installation and they are quickly and inexpensively used to repair a roof. They will also not rust or corrode. However, over time, precipitation and small amounts of loads (things that pile up on your roof) can damage the shingles. A few disadvantages include the obvious fact they are not in the elite sector of roofing materials. They are also highly-flammable and can fade in the sun. The cost of shingles are usually around $8-10 per square meter. If you have any questions about shingles or want to discuss other roofing issues, you should contact your local Dallas roofing company.