Key Benefits of Asphalt Shingles for Roof Coverings
Asphalt shingles are the number one choice for roofing in North America for good reason. They offer versatility, weather resistance, and much more. If it’s time to replace your roof, it’s worth considering the benefits of asphalt shingles for your home. After all, your roof may be the most important part of your home, as far as function goes. If your roof isn’t working, everything beneath it is in jeopardy. This is why you should choose asphalt shingles over other materials for your new roof.
1. Versatility
Asphalt shingles can cover many different angles, shapes, and figures. That means they work with almost any type of roof, from cross-hip to Dutch gable. No matter how large or complicated your roof is, you can trust that asphalt shingles will cover it all without a problem. There are slope requirements, as there is a minimum slope for asphalt roof coverings. However, nearly every home in North America is suited for asphalt shingles.
2. Design Variety
Asphalt shingles are available in a range of rich architectural styles. Three-tab shingles are traditional and work with many home styles. Dimensional and Premium shingles are also available in multiple styles. In fact, some mimic the look of other roofing materials, such as slate and cedar shakes. This way, you can get the design benefits of these materials without their drawbacks.
For example, IKO Royal Estate™ shingles are precision-cut to have the authentic texture of slate. IKO Armourshake™ shingles resemble cedar shingles and are available in both the antique, cedar red color and the more mature gray color that cedar shingles naturally take on over time.
