Category Archives: Roof History

Introduction to Slate as a Roofing Material

Posted on September 19, 2012 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

Slate is a type of stone that has been used for centuries in many different applications, including roofing, siding, interior and exterior walls, statues and even headstones. However, as “Texas Premier Roofer” we thought we would stick to the roofing … Continue reading →

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Annuitized Tile Roofs – A Look at Expense and Value

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

In previous blogs we have talked about the beauty and durability of tile roofs for many types of homeowners. But what about the expense?  It is true that these roof tiles can be much more expensive than a traditional shingle-style … Continue reading →

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Is Your Contractor Equipped to Install Tile?

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

Many contractors install shingle roofs every day, in fact over 90% of homes in America have shingle roofs. Tile roofs are less common but are growing in popularity, should you trust your tile roof installation to someone based on high … Continue reading →

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History of Tile Roofing

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

The history of tile roofs began thousands of years ago. Around 5,000 years ago, ancient records show that the Chinese began creating clay roofing tiles. Also around that time, flat earthenware roof tiles were also seen in Greece. Over time, … Continue reading →

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