When you think about a shingled roof, the first image to come to mind would probably be a gray or tan roof with flat rectangle pieces. These asphalt shingled roofs are one of the most popular and common roof types.
If you’re in the market to replace your roof or just simply want to know more about your shingled roof, continue to read below.
The Facts About Shingled Roofs
For starters, what is a shingled roof? It is a roof including shingles that are flat rectangular pieces containing asphalt, composite, or other roofing materials.
But wait, there’s more of course! Continue to learn about the construction and benefits of shingled roofs.
→ Color & Texture
When asphalt shingles started to become popular, they were only available in green or black. Now, they come in a variety of different colors including natural earthy shades and contemporary tones with red, blue, or green. Shingles can also be textured to a slate, wood, or tile look. This helps to lower maintenance without compromising the look you’re going for.
→ Asphalt Shingle Types
The most common shingle types are 3-tab and architectural. Laying flat against the roofing installation, the 3-tab shingles are designed to look like there are 3 separate shingles in 1. The architectural shingles are thicker and add more of a dimension to it’s appearance.
→ Lightweight
Asphalt shingles are lightweight. If your home is old or lacks sturdy construction, the less weight on the roof, the better. Compared to other roof materials, asphalt shingles are light and are suitable for any home.
→ Affordable
When it comes to affordability, asphalt shingles are the way to go. Other roofing materials like slate or clay tiles can cost 10x more!
→ Less Expensive, Easy Install, & Durable
Asphalt shingles are easier to install and don’t require so much labor. Reduced labor saves you money! You can also expect 20-30+ years out of your roof, depending on the environment and maintenance.
Who can install an asphalt shingled roof?
Payne Roofing is your local roofing contractor servicing the valley for the past 35 years! We offer all roof types including asphalt shingles. If you’re in the market for a new asphalt shingled roof or want to maintain your current asphalt shingled roof, Payne Roofing can help you. Give us a call to see how we can assist you!