In addition to providing numerous style options, asphalt shingles are readily available across the U.S. and Canada. They are also easy to install, making them an appealing choice for professional roofing contractors to recommend to their clients. Although installing a new roof is not cheap, asphalt shingles are among the most cost-effective options available.
REPLACEMENT
Architectural shingles typically come with a minimum 30-year warranty due to their noticeable thickness and dimensional characteristics. They also boast strong resistance to high winds, hail, and fungal growth, reducing the likelihood of needing replacement.
HOME VALUE
Installing architectural shingles enhances a home’s value. When high-quality materials are used and installed correctly, a home can maintain or even increase its overall value.
SHINGLES BASICS
3-TAB ASPHALT SHINGLES
Prior to the 1980s, when designer shingles were introduced, the roofing market was predominantly occupied by 3-tab asphalt shingles, commonly referred to as strip shingles. Nowadays, 3-tab asphalt shingles are commonly used by builders of affordable homes and by homeowners replacing their current strip shingles.
DIMENSIONAL ASPHALT SHINGLES
These products are crafted with multiple layers of asphalt fused together, creating a thicker and more visually dynamic appearance. They are designed to emulate the aesthetic appeal of wood shake and natural slate roofing.
Dimensional shingles are generally heavier than strip shingles and offer enhanced warranty coverage.
LUXURY ASPHALT SHINGLES
Luxury shingles represent the pinnacle of laminated shingle quality, featuring distinctive aesthetics or functionality that surpasses traditional dimensional shingles.
Luxury shingles, renowned for their durability and premium weather protection, also stand out for their stunning appearance, offering top-tier quality, rich coloration, and impressive dimensionality.
These products provide the most authentic emulation of quarried slate roofing and traditional wood shake.