One of the things that many homeowners overlook when thinking about the construction, replacement, installation, or repair on a roof is the effects of the slope. While most residential homes retain a standard sloping structure, there are also a few homes that have started to embrace a lower sloped roofing system. Low sloped roofs or flat roofs were more commonly used for commercial properties. However, with the introduction of more and more roofing materials, roofing styles, and modern installation techniques, the use of flat roofs on home properties has been growing.