A: Thanks for your inquiry. Home Advisor has a lot of information about the different kinds of roofing. Just visit Home Advisor, go to Roofing, then read all the articles, which accompany Installation or Replacement of each type of roofing, including asphalt shingle, metal, shake, slate, tile, etc.

However, if you are having problems with the installation of your current roof, it may not be fair to blame the product. It is important to hire reputable roofing contractors who will stand behind their workmanship and help you deal with the manufacturer if you should happen to have trouble with the materials.

Once you have chosen the type of roofing you want, simply visit Home Advisor, and submit a service request. Most roofers offer many different products, so you can mention that you would like to compare different products. However, when collecting bids, be sure they are all bidding on the same material. After this process has helped you choose the professional you want to hire, you can always change your mind about materials.

by Kathy Maynard, reprinted courtesy of HomeAdvisor.com