Asphalt shingles are the most popular residential roofing system. If you are considering switching to an asphalt shingle roof, read on as roof replacement company Roofer Chicks® shares the things you can expect when you choose it for your home.
1. Versatility. Describing asphalt shingles as having a wide selection of options is an understatement. The available selection of colors, styles and features across several roofing manufacturers, you can have your roof designed and built exactly as you envisioned it. Popular asphalt shingle options include the classic three-tab asphalt shingles, architectural or laminate shingles, and designer shingles that mimic other roofing systems like slate and tile.
2. Long life span. You can expect your asphalt shingle roof to protect your home for 20 to 30 years with proper care and maintenance. Today’s asphalt shingle roofing systems may have kept a certain look over the years, but under the hood they’re different from their counterparts from years past. A modern asphalt shingle roof has features like adhesive reinforcement that protects the roof against wind damage and breathable underlayment that helps protect against moisture damage. You can also expect strong limited warranties when you choose complete roofing systems from certified roofing contractors.
3. Easy installation. Homeowners are not expected to install their own roofs, but a roof that’s easy to install like asphalt shingles takes less time and requires fewer modifications to the roofing frame and keeps the labor costs within budget. It also requires fewer trips to deliver, which can help keep your roofing project’s carbon footprint to a minimum.
4. Energy-efficiency. Trusted roofing manufacturers like GAF offer energy-efficient ENERGY STAR®-certified asphalt shingle options that you can count on to help you save on your cooling bills during the summer season. These asphalt shingles feature a reflective surface that blocks solar heat and UV radiation that helps reduce radiant heat absorption.
Roofer Chicks® is your leading provider of roof repairs and replacement services. Give us a call at (830) 783-1328. You can also fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment. We serve customers in San Antonio, TX, and the surrounding communities.