Quick Guide: Types of Roofing for Residential Homes

Choosing between the many types of roofing available for your Redmond home can feel overwhelming. Every property is unique, and the right roofing material depends on your home’s design, local weather conditions, and overall budget.

At Landmark Roofing & Siding, we work with homeowners in Redmond and across the Pacific Northwest region every day to identify the roofing systems that provide lasting protection, beauty, and value. Whether you’re considering metal, cedar shake, composition, or synthetic roofing, our team helps you select the ideal option—combining premium materials with skilled craftsmanship to ensure long-term performance.

With more than 20 years of experience installing and replacing roofs throughout Redmond and the Puget Sound, we’ve curated this quick guide to highlight the most popular types of residential roofing materials we offer and what makes each one unique. Explore the overview below to better understand your options before starting your next roof replacement project.

Cedar Shake Roofing

Considered a premium roofing product, Cedar Shake provides a natural look that can increase your home’s curb appeal. The roofing material comes in two varieties:

• Hand-Split- Provides a textured face and a sawn back, creating a lot of visual interest on your home’s roof
• Tapersawn- Sawn on both sides, creating a smooth, imposing look for your home’s roof.

These varieties come in various thicknesses, grades, and lengths, so you can determine what works best for your home. At Landmark Roofing and Siding, we’ve installed Cedar Shake roofs throughout the Puget Sound area for over 20 years and continue to love how it looks in houses of all shapes and sizes. You can learn more about the material on our Cedar Shake page.

Composition (Asphalt Shingles) Roofing

Asphalt shingle roofing—also known as composition roofing—is the most common and cost-effective roofing material for residential homes in the United States, including the Puget Sound region. Durable, attractive, and available in countless colors and profiles, asphalt shingles deliver excellent protection for the price, making them a top choice for homeowners seeking long-term value.

At Landmark Roofing & Siding, we install premium asphalt roofing systems from Malarkey Roofing Products and CertainTeed—two of the most trusted manufacturers in the industry. These shingles are engineered for superior impact resistance, algae protection, and energy efficiency, ensuring your roof performs well in the Pacific Northwest’s rainy, variable climate.

Composition shingles, commonly known as asphalt shingles, come in two main types:

• Organic: Manufactured from cellulose fiber (typically recycled paper and wood fibers) saturated with asphalt and coated with minerals for weather resistance.

• Fiberglass: Built with a flexible, durable fiberglass core that’s lighter, stronger, and more fire-resistant than traditional organic shingles.

Both options are available in a variety of colors and profiles, with expected lifespans of 20 to 30 years, depending on the product line and installation quality.

Metal Roofing

Available in a wide range of styles, colors, and finishes, metal roofing offers unmatched durability and weather protection—making it one of the most reliable roofing materials for Puget Sound homes. Lightweight yet incredibly strong, metal roofs can be crafted in multiple profiles, including standing seam panels, corrugated panels, and metal shingles, to complement nearly any architectural style.

At Landmark Roofing & Siding, we proudly install Nu-Ray Metals roofing systems, manufactured locally in Auburn, WA. Nu-Ray’s pre-finished Galvalume steel panels feature advanced Kynar® coatings that resist corrosion, fading, and moss growth—ideal for the Pacific Northwest’s wet, variable climate. These roofs are engineered to deliver long-term performance, energy efficiency, and modern curb appeal with minimal maintenance.

While metal roofing typically costs more upfront than materials like composition or cedar shake, it offers a significantly longer lifespan—40 to 70 years depending on the system—and an exceptional Class A fire rating. With its low maintenance requirements and outstanding resilience, metal roofing is a smart investment for homeowners seeking both longevity and style.

You can learn more about this durable roofing material and see examples of our installations on our Metal Roofing page.

DaVinci Roofscapes

Made from natural-looking synthetic roofing materials, DaVinci Roofscapes engineered polymer materials are permeated with fire retardant and UV and thermal stabilizers specifically formulated for the harsh year-round conditions tiles endure in every climate. This durable roofing material comes in two appearances:

• Shake- Features deep grooves and realistic grain patterns to create dramatic, rich visuals.
• Slate- Provides an all-natural, non-repeating beauty with realistic chisel marks.

In both these designs, this manufactured material can provide the look and feel of natural beauty, while promising the durability needed for extreme weather conditions. Installed on a variety of home styles in the past 20 years, this material is an excellent pick for homeowners looking for a classic look with high durability. You can learn more on our DaVinci Roofscapes page.

Ecostar

EcoStar is a sustainable synthetic slate and shake roofing alternative that provides environmentally friendly, long-lasting protection. Manufactured with recycled rubber and plastics, this roofing material is highly flexible, sustainable, and earth-friendly. Ecostar also offers superior protection against impact and harsh weather conditions.

Providing an aesthetically pleasing roof on various homes, it’s a great eco-friendly alternative to sleep-slope roofing products. As with all of our other roofing products, the team can also talk to you further about making sure the roofing can provide boosted energy efficiency for your home. To take a look at some of the homes we’ve been providing this sustainable roofing for over the past 20 years and learn about the product, you can visit our EcoStar roofing page.

Ready to Plan Your Roof Replacement?

Your roof is one of your home’s most important investments—protecting your property, your family, and your peace of mind. Whether you’re comparing materials or ready to schedule your replacement, Landmark Roofing & Siding is here to guide you through every step.

With over 20 years of experience serving homeowners across Redmond and the greater Puget Sound region, our team combines trusted craftsmanship with premium products from leading manufacturers like Malarkey, CertainTeed, DaVinci, EcoStar, and Nu-Ray Metals. We’ll help you choose the right roofing system for your home’s style, budget, and long-term protection goals.

If you’re ready to get started, contact us today or CALL (855) 908-7663 or TEXT (206)309-8211 to schedule your consultation. Let’s create a roof that’s built to last—and built for the Northwest.