Here are some roofing ideas for your dream home from ConnerIIIHomebuilders

Roofs aren’t often a thought of a project for homes when you're busy building the interior of your forever home, and often, there are a lot of different needs that come when needing to have a roof properly built. 

Here are 3 of the most common roofs used in the Lowcountry and why!

• Gabled roofs - Two sloping sides that meet at the central ridge to form a triangle. The reason this one is so popular is that it easily sheds water or snow and gives you extra space for an attic. However, gabled roofs are also easily damaged in hurricane-heavy areas if they're not built with the correct materials. For instance, if your gabled roof has a dormer, hips, and valleys, it's probably best to use metal shingles or standing seams. 

• Hip roof- Slopes on all four sides and comes together at the top to for a ridge or point. Hip roofs are more stable than gable roofs and are excellent protection against hurricane prone areas. However, hip roofs are much more costly than Gabled roofs when it comes to building due to their difficult design. 

• Mansard roof-  Also known as the curb roof or French roof, this roof is ideal for maximizing attic space and creating a beautiful style similar to historic architecture. It is a four sided design with two slopes on either side with the lower slope being much steeper than the others. However the Mansard roof is not ideal for hurricane prone areas or does a great job at creating ideal runoffs for water or snow. 

There are so many different types of roofs to choose from but the most important thing is to know who is doing your roof! A good contractor/roofer can make or break a structurally sound roof while still providing an aesthetic to your liking!