Give Your Roof a Facelift with Architectural Shingles

It might not seem like it, but the roof covering your house plays a huge part in the overall appearance of your home’s exterior. There are more roofing options on the market than ever before, but architectural shingles have proven to be the tried-and-true way to give your home a well designed, textured, and organized look. These shingles are offered in a wide array of color, texture, and pattern choices and give the illusion of pricier natural materials without making a crater in your wallet.

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Architectural shingles fall under the asphalt roofing umbrella, but their thicker, more aesthetically appealing build makes them a great choice for residential homes. If you’ve been searching for a way to boost the appearance of your home without paying high prices for natural materials, architectural shingles may be the perfect option.

 

Why are architectural shingles so popular?

 

Composition

Most architectural shingles are created with heavy layers of fiberglass or asphalt that serve as the core of the piece. Two or three of these layers are laminated together to create a thick, durable shingle that is able to withstand heavy winds, heat, and other severe weather. This thickness allows manufacturers to warranty architectural shingles for anywhere between 30 and 50 years.

Because they are thicker than their average counterpart, architectural shingles create more shadow, effectively mimicking the look and feel of natural materials. If you’re in a newer home, these shingles maximize the dramatic lines of more modern architecture.

 

Customizability

Architectural shingles come in a nearly limitless variety of styles. They can be engineered to mimic slate, wood, and other natural materials, and they come in a broad spectrum of colors. The material is easy to cut and fit into corners and crevices, which makes installing them easier than many other roofing materials. Their light weight makes them appropriate for various ages and styles of housing. Ideally, architectural shingles are placed on high sloped roofs to enable water and snow to slide off easily.

 

Energy Efficiency

When people think of home energy efficiency, roofing is rarely the first thing to come to mind. The fact of the matter, however, is that the type of materials you choose to cover your home can have a great impact on your energy costs.

It comes down to basic science: The hotter the roof, the more energy it takes to cool the building beneath it. Architectural shingles are engineered to remain cooler than their competitors by offering greater light deflection and added insulation. 

  

Shopping for Shingles

As a homeowner, exploring your options before you buy is smart shopping, particularly when your roof is involved. Several brands offer architectural shingles, but it’s important to compare the benefits of each before making your purchase. Look for industry standards, such as an Underwriters Laboratory certification, and talk to local homeowners or contractors who have worked with architectural shingles in the past. Be sure to take into account the climate and weather in your area, and choose the brand that best suits your needs.

 

Architectural Shingles for Ankeny, Ames, & Huxley Homeowners

Hendrick Construction is Central Iowa’s leading roofing contractor, and we’re not satisfied until you are. If you live in or around Story County, and you’re considering re-roofing your home with architectural shingles or any other type of roofing shingles, contact us! Click here to get a free inspection and no obligation estimate, or call us at (515)-597-7663.

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