i need to replace the roof on my mobile home. what kind of roofing materials are commonly used?

it depends on the type of existing roof.

Hud governs mobile homes and they determine what materials are acceptable for a shingled roof one layer of 25 year shingles will keep you within dead load specs. if you have a tin roof the best alternative als accepted by many states is an |EPDM membrane either white or black. Insulation can be added as well and it will remain within weight specs. A "roofover" with trusses and decking that is supported by the home is not acceptable for houses after 1973 when HUD took over.Prior to that your local building official will have to make a judgement. a self supporting shell is acceptable but often can be expensive.

I would contact a local roofing company. You need to take in some factors such as location, price, weather damages, how long you want the roof to last, what you want the roof to look like, etc... before deciding which material is best for your roof. Ashpalt shingles are extremely popular in certain parts of the country, but it is really all up to you. Ask a local roofing company about what type of roof they would recommend. Best of luck.

Hi, 2x6 rafters, 1/2" plywood sheathing, and aluminum or steel roofing (to help snow load to slide off. Make sure that they don't build too steep of a pitch to exceed the available roof jacks for your furnace. If it is a Miller furnace the longest roof jack (chimney pipe) available and acceptable by Miller is 5'.