What roofing materials are available for a residential replacement?

Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors offers four documented material categories for residential roof replacement—asphalt shingles, luxury shingles, slate, and cedar shake—giving homeowners a clear starting point before requesting a quote.Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors Within the asphalt category alone, the contractor carries three distinct CertainTeed product lines, each positioned at a different performance and price tier.Products - Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors

Asphalt shingles: the most common residential choice

Asphalt is the most common roofing material for residential roofs in the United States—affordable, easy to install, and available in a wide range of colors and styles.FAQs - Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors Within the asphalt category, two performance tiers matter most when comparing options:

Three-tab shingles are the most budget-friendly tier.FAQs - Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors
Architectural (dimensional) shingles provide increased durability and a three-dimensional aesthetic at a slightly higher cost.FAQs - Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors

Kingdom Roofing carries three CertainTeed asphalt lines that span this range:

Landmark – CertainTeed's best-selling shingle, described as offering a classic dimensional look and lasting durability; available in 21 colors.Products - Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors
Landmark Pro – Similar in design to Landmark but thicker and heavier, with a Max Def color palette, as described by CertainTeed.CertainTeed Landmark and Landmark PRO shingle product family
Belmont – A thicker, heavier shingle with depth and dimension inspired by natural slate, listing multiple color options; its thickness and weight mean it carries special fastening, steep-slope, and flashing requirements per the manufacturer.CertainTeed Belmont shingle product: design, color and installation considerations

CertainTeed also provides a ColorView visualization tool so you can explore how Landmark-family and Belmont shingles look on a home image before committing.CertainTeed Landmark and Landmark PRO shingle product family CertainTeed Belmont shingle product: design, color and installation considerations

Luxury shingles, slate, and cedar shake

Beyond standard asphalt, the contractor's homepage lists luxury shingles, slate, and cedar shake as distinct service offerings.Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors Cedar shake is worth understanding in context: wood and cedar roofing can offer a rustic, natural aesthetic, but they require more maintenance and are more susceptible to fire damage compared with other material types.FAQs - Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors Luxury shingles and slate are positioned as premium options; discussing them during a free inspection is the practical way to get specifics on appearance, suitability, and pricing for your home.

How to think through your material choice

Knowing each category's general characteristics can help you walk into an inspection with a focused question. Consider the following when thinking through options:

Budget range – Three-tab asphalt sits at the lower end; architectural shingles like Landmark step up in durability; Landmark Pro adds thickness; Belmont and luxury options represent premium tiers.FAQs - Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors Products - Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors
Aesthetic preference – Landmark offers a classic dimensional look in 21 colors; Belmont has a slate-inspired profile; cedar shake delivers a rustic natural appearance.Products - Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors CertainTeed Belmont shingle product: design, color and installation considerations FAQs - Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors
Maintenance expectations – Cedar and wood roofing require more maintenance and carry greater fire-damage susceptibility; asphalt and dimensional shingles are comparatively lower-maintenance.FAQs - Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors
Structural considerations – Heavier products like Belmont have special fastening, steep-slope, and flashing requirements that the installer will need to account for.CertainTeed Belmont shingle product: design, color and installation considerations
Regional climate – Some Landmark-family technologies are designed for particular regions and climates, which a local inspection can clarify.CertainTeed Landmark and Landmark PRO shingle product family

A worked example: choosing between Landmark and Landmark Pro

Imagine a homeowner in the Atlanta Metro Area who wants an architectural shingle with strong color variety. Landmark's 21-color palette and classic dimensional look makes it a straightforward starting point as CertainTeed's best-selling option.Products - Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors If that homeowner wants a thicker profile and is open to the Max Def color palette, Landmark Pro is the manufacturer's next step up in the same family.CertainTeed Landmark and Landmark PRO shingle product family Both are asphalt architectural shingles, so they sit above three-tab in durability while remaining in a more accessible cost range than slate or luxury shingle lines. Discussing both with a contractor during an inspection—rather than committing sight-unseen—is the most practical way to settle on the right fit.

Questions to consider before your inspection

Going into a free inspection with a few focused questions can make the conversation more productive:

Which of the three CertainTeed lines—Landmark, Landmark Pro, or Belmont—is typically recommended for my home's roof pitch and structure?
What color options are currently available, and can I use the CertainTeed ColorView tool to preview them on my home?CertainTeed Landmark and Landmark PRO shingle product family
Given the maintenance and fire-susceptibility characteristics of cedar shake, does it suit my area and HOA requirements?FAQs - Kingdom Roofing & Exteriors
Does my roof structure meet the fastening and weight requirements for a heavier product like Belmont?CertainTeed Belmont shingle product: design, color and installation considerations