and five types of roof coverings: asphalt or fiberglass shingles, concrete or clay tile, metal, and two flat-roof styles — built up or membrane — more commonly used in commercial buildings.

The Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association told Channel 9 that about 65 percent of Florida roofs are made of asphalt shingles. Asphalt shingles have been a longtime favorite for ...

According to PACE, “The type of roofing materials used can significantly impact your insurance rates,” and the best options for Florida are slate, tile, concrete shingles or metal roofs.

and five types of roof coverings: asphalt or fiberglass shingles, concrete or clay tile, metal, and two flat-roof styles — built up or membrane — more commonly used in commercial buildings.

But if you want to keep up with your insurance premiums and have the best storm proof roof, Stewart said he recommends a metal roof as asphalt shingles could be on its way out for Florida's top ...