{"id":3874,"date":"2016-04-02T14:01:30","date_gmt":"2016-04-02T14:01:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/?p=3874"},"modified":"2022-03-01T22:23:50","modified_gmt":"2022-03-01T22:23:50","slug":"low-slope-vs-steep-slope-roofs-quick-comparison","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/low-slope-vs-steep-slope-roofs-quick-comparison\/","title":{"rendered":"Low Slope vs. Steep Slope Roofs: A Quick Comparison"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The truth is, all roofs are sloped. Differentiating based on slope is just a matter of determining whether a roof is low- or steep-sloped. Both types of roofs have their own strong points, so let&#8217;s check them out to see which ones would best fit your needs and preferences.<\/p>\n<h4>Low-Slope Roofs<\/h4>\n<p>Low-slope roofs are roofs that have a slope ratio of 3\/12, meaning that for every 12 inches the roof surface rises no higher than three inches. <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Flat_roof\">Flat roofs<\/a>, despite having no noticeable slope, are actually classified as low-slope roofs.<\/p>\n<h4>Advantages of Low-Slope Roofs<\/h4>\n<p>Given the way they are constructed, low <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/sloped-or-flat\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">slope roofs<\/a> require less structural support. This means installation may require fewer materials, making getting a low-slope roof more affordable. Low-slope <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/the-qualities-of-an-ideal-roofing-company\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">roofs also have a minimalistic appearance and smaller profile which makes them ideal<\/a> for more modern homes and areas prone to high winds and storms.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3876 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Low-Slope-vs-Steep-Slope-Roofs1.jpg\" alt=\"Low Slope vs Steep Slope Roofs1\" width=\"400\" height=\"325\"><\/p>\n<p>Low-slope roofs can also help improve energy efficiency in a home by not taxing HVAC systems, because their low-slope design leaves less space between the roof and the ceiling. With less to heat or cool, HVAC systems don\u2019t have to work overtime and guzzle power to keep a home comfortable.<\/p>\n<p>Come maintenance time, low-slope <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/why-roof-inspections-are-your-friend\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">roofs are also easier to inspect.<\/a> They don\u2019t have steep surfaces, so they can be walked on and checked with minimal risk. Should a repair or replacement be needed, these tasks are also easier to carry out because of the relatively <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/commercial-roofing-options-types-flat-roofing-advantages\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flat surface low-slope roofs<\/a> have.<\/p>\n<h4>Steep-Slope Roofs<\/h4>\n<p>Steep-slope roofs, on the other hand, are roofs that have more than a 3\/12 slope ratio. Inverse of what low-slope roofs follow, this means that for every 12 inches the roof rises more than three inches. This is why steep-slope roofs have a tendency to be very tall, resulting in a large footprint overall.<\/p>\n<h4>Advantages of Steep-Slope Roofs<\/h4>\n<p>Appearing imposing because of their slope, some of the most impressive-looking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/5-unique-roofs-around-world\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">roofs around<\/a> are steep-slope roofs. It is for this reason that it\u2019s easy for a lot of people to think that steep-slope roofs look better compared to their low-slope counterparts. Making a roof stand out, however, is only partly due to its slope. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/quality-returns-from-investing-in-quality-roofing-materials\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Roofing materials<\/a> and the roof\u2019s overall design are what make it eye-catching.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3877 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Low-Slope-vs-Steep-Slope-Roofs2.jpg\" alt=\"Low Slope vs Steep Slope Roofs2\" width=\"400\" height=\"325\"><\/p>\n<p>The steeper the slope, the easier it is for rain and snow to simply roll off, so steep-slope <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/taking-care-roof-heavy-rain\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">roofs are great for areas that experience heavy rains<\/a> and snow. A steeper slope also means more space between the roof and ceiling, creating attic space for storage or even a spare bedroom or home office. This extra space also helps air to circulate more freely, providing better overall ventilation for a home to increase comfort and help prevent moisture-related problems like wood rot and mold growth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>====================<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Author Bio:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Bob Dresback<\/em> <\/strong>is roofing expert based in Minneapolis and the owner of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.garlock-french.com\/\">Garlock-French Corporation<\/a>. He enjoys sharing his roofing knowledge and experiences with his clients through his blog posts and online articles. Check out the company blog for more of his wisdom.<\/p>\n<p><strong>====================<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The truth is, all roofs are sloped. 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