Comparison of
Fire Resistant Roofing Assemblies
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Cedar Shakes & Shingles |
Lightweight Fiber Cement |
Standard Weight Tile |
| Average Cost |
$11K-$15K |
$13K-$15K |
$12K-$14K |
| Wind Performance |
Excellent |
Poor |
Poor |
| Adds Stability to House During Earthquakes |
Yes |
No |
No |
| Risk of House Resettling |
No |
No |
Yes |
| Mandatory Engineering Requirements |
No |
No |
Yes |
| Weight |
300lbs/Sq. |
400lbs/Sq. |
700lbs/Sq. + |
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