Asphalt Shingle Roofing

If you have decided that you want to go with shingles for your home’s roof, then you have probably reached a point where you need to decide what kind of shingles you will end up going with. With a wide variety of options available, the decision can be tough. A safe, reliable option for many is to go with asphalt shingles. Being the most popular option for residential roofing in Houston TX and in many more areas, you know you’re choosing a safe option. If you decide to go with this cost-effective, durable option of shingle roofing, the team of experienced professionals at Mend Roofing would be more than happy to provide you with a quality of work that you won’t find elsewhere.

Types of Asphalt Shingle Roofs

When it comes to asphalt shingles, you will have to make yet another decision when it comes to picking the type of asphalt shingles that you want for your roof. These different types of asphalt shingles will vary in cost, aesthetic, and ultimately durability. Keep in mind, however, that there is no wrong choice as they are all viable options, especially when installed by professionals.

1. 1. Three-tab Asphalt Shingles: These shingles are the most casual ones we offer, and are also the most common. These shingles get their name because each one looks like it consists of three individual slices. They lay flat, are budget friendly, energy efficient, and can last upwards of 25 years.
   2. Architectural Asphalt Shingles: These shingles differ from three-tab shingles in the sense that they are composed of two layers, making them thicker and providing more durability. Although more expensive than three-tab shingles, these shingles can be expected to last as little as 30 years and upwards of 45 years.
   3. Premium Asphalt Shingles: As implied by the name, these shingles are the luxurious option. The goal of these shingles is to mimic other styles of roofing, such as cedar, which is even more expensive still.

Why Choose Asphalt Shingles?

When it comes to residential roofing, you have various options. For instance, you can go with fiberglass shingles, slate roof shingles, metal roofing and more. However, asphalt shingles are most popular for various reasons that were listed above. 

Cost effectiveness – because asphalt shingles are cheap to manufacture, the savings get passed down to the customer and the end result is a cost effective roofing system.

Durability – asphalt shingles are long lasting and can withstand harsh weather conditions as long as they are installed properly. If some shingles get damaged during a storm, they are easy to replace.

Ease of Installation – when done by a professional, installing asphalt shingles is quick and painless.

Maintenance – asphalt shingles require very little maintenance unless damage occurs from strong weather events.