I've seen rubber shingles work out pretty well, but drainage is always the kicker—sounds like your slope was off. Crushed brick looks cool, but have you checked your roof structure can handle the extra weight long-term? Might wanna double-check that first...
Rubber shingles are pretty solid, but yeah, drainage can be tricky. Had a client once who went with crushed brick—looked amazing, but after a big storm, the extra weight caused some serious sagging. Luckily we caught it early enough to reinforce things. If you're set on crushed brick, maybe have an engineer take a quick peek first...could save you a headache down the road. Otherwise, recycled shingles or even green roofs (if your structure allows) can be great eco-friendly options without the extra stress.
We considered crushed brick on our place too, but after doing some quick math, the weight made me nervous. Ended up going with recycled composite shingles instead—cost-effective and pretty straightforward to install. It’s been about four years now, and honestly, they look almost as good as new. Drainage hasn't been an issue either, probably because we spent extra time making sure the slope was right before installation. One tip I'd add: if you're DIY-ing, don't skimp on prep work. We spent a bit more upfront on proper underlayment and flashing materials, and it definitely paid off last winter when we had some heavy snow melt. Overall, recycled shingles seem like a solid middle-ground option if you're budget-conscious but still want something eco-friendly and reliable.
Interesting to hear recycled shingles held up that well—I've seen mixed results, especially after heavy storms. Curious though, did you notice any difference in noise levels during rain or hail compared to traditional shingles? I've heard composite materials can sometimes amplify sound a bit, but maybe that's just anecdotal... Would be good to know if that's actually a thing or just people overthinking it.
Haven't personally noticed composite shingles being louder, but a few things might affect noise levels:
- Installation method matters—proper underlayment and insulation can dampen sound significantly.
- Roof slope and attic insulation also play big roles in how much noise you'll actually hear inside.
- Anecdotally, metal roofs tend to amplify sound more noticeably than composites or traditional shingles.
Overall, I'd say composite shingles aren't inherently louder; it's usually down to how they're installed and what's underneath.
