Asphalt Roofing
Asphalt Shingles - Function and Style
Weather is hard on your home. Your roof is exposed most of all: to wind, to rain, to hail, and especially to the harmful UV radiation from the sun. The most common and popular form of roofing is asphalt shingles. Asphalt shingles provide the protection your roof needs from inclement weather conditions.
Asphalt shingles are a proven roof covering material that is available in many styles, shapes and colours. Architectural shingle types - such as laminates - are rapidly gaining in popularity. Asphalt shingles are suitable for most residential applications. In fact, industry estimates show approximately 80% of the total residential roofs are covered with asphalt shingles. Properly installed asphalt shingles will not only effectively shed water off the roof; they will enhance the beauty, character and value of your home. Lastly, asphalt shingles are backed by a warranty typically ranging from 20 years to Lifetime.
Making Asphalt Roofing Products
Asphalt Roofing Products are manufactured in a continuous process using organic felt or fiberglass mat as the core materials on which other components are layered. The organic felt is saturated and coated with hot asphalt.· It is the asphalt that sheds the water.· The top surface is then covered with a protective layer of coloured, U.V. resistant ceramic granules, these granules block the UV of the sun and protect the asphalt.
Choosing which shingle type to replace your roof with is a big decision. Our roofing specialists can help you understand your options so that you can be confident that you have made the right choice.
Advantages of Asphalt Shingles
- Affordable Cost: Compared to other roofing products, asphalt shingles are an economical alternative· .
- Peace of Mind: Asphalt shingles have been around for over 100 years. They have a proven track record in our harsh climatic conditions.
- Availability: Asphalt shingles are commonly available at most lumber yards.
- Suitability: Asphalt shingles are available in a wide selection of sizes, styles and colours, suitable for most residential applications.
- Warranty Coverage: Asphalt shingles are protected with warranty periods ranging from 20 years to Lifetime, which will suit any budget and needs.
- Low Maintenance and Easy Repairs: Other more expensive roofing products can require more maintenance, specialized tools, can be more difficult to repair and almost always require professional installation.
