how long do roofs last?

Roof is one of the most important aspects of your home, and keeping it in good quality outline is a priority. There are many roofing materials on the market, and each has its pro and cons. In terms of durability, some are far better than others except when you take their price, looks, installation, and required maintenance, some choices that might not immediately seem like the most useful end up being a perfect fit.
Since the best roofing material varies by situation and the maintenance for each can be a little different, keeping your roof in tip-top condition can get a little confusing. If you know what to expect from your roof, however, you’ll have a better idea of how it should perform, what kind of maintenance it will need, and how long it should last before you have to replace it.​

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THE AVERAGE LIFE OF ROOFING DEPENDS ON IT MATERIALS
Roofs: On the longer end of the scale, metal lasts 40 to 80years according to the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors. Slate and tile stand strong even longer. You can find slate roofs that are more than 100 years old.​
Roofs: slate cooper can last more  than 50 years  Home owners with  wood quake roofs  should expect more than 30 years, while  fibber cement  shingles last about 25 years and asphalt shingle/composition roofs last about 20 years. 
Your roofs life depends on its its on material. most home have asphalt or composite shingles these last about 20 years but the premium brands can up to 50 fibbers cement will give you about 25 years.

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​​​We need to figure it out How many years of  your roof? If you’re not sure, it’s a good idea to check. Most will last for 20 years if they don’t get damaged by weather, but that steadfast durability can lure you into overlooking small warning signs. Regardless of your roof’s age, don’t let damage or wear go unheeded. You could end up with structural problems that affect your entire home. Take a few moments to learn how long your roofing material should last, how weather may impact it, and what the warning signs look like.

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HOW STORMS CAN DAMAGE YOUR ROOF!
​Your roof has a pretty important job to do. It’s your first line of defense against the basics and important to the overall integrity of your home. But, the weather is your roof’s most powerful nemesis. From snowstorms to high winds to hail, storms can be incredibly damaging to your roof.
What weather events cause the most storm damage to roofs?

• Hailstorms
• Windstorms
• Rainstorms/Thunderstorms
• Snowstorms
• Trees​

Durable materials, like metal, slate, and tile, stand up best to harsh weather, but any surface will sustain damage under certain conditions. For example, high winds can push up shingles along the edges, loosening them or pulling them off altogether. If you lose a shingle, those left around the gap become more vulnerable. Depending on how air flows around your house, strong winds can create suction, actually pulling material away. Wind can also bring down tree branches, loosen chimney bricks or satellite receivers, causing breakage.

Rainstorms/Thunderstorms

Hail causes some of the greatest damage to roofs. In a hailstorm, nature is throwing rocks at your house, and the hard, icy balls can dent metal, crack tiles and wear away the protective granules on asphalt shingles. While most material can resist small hailstones, you should always check for signs of damage after a storm.

Roofing material generally stands up well to snow and ice, but heavy conditions could cause cracking. Melted snow can seep into existing fissures, and when it refreezes and expands, it may weaken or fracture tiles and shingles.
The good old sun can even wear out your roof. Intense UV will break down materials over time, especially asphalt and wood shake.