Gravel roof is gravel on the tar, usually for flat roof. Cost a little more but can be repair partially. It need equipment e.g. pump molten tar to roof top. 9 A6 z5 o7 f9 O6 W S; ~Asphalt shingle roof last 15 to 20 years. Usually place on roof with slope. You can nail shingles to roof youself or with friends.