A dimensional shingle is a solid slab of asphalt shingle with additional pieces added to create dimension, and the shingled look we often associate with roofs. Dimensional shingles have a higher wind guarantee and a longer warranty than the traditional three-tab shingle. As opposed …
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Choosing a color for your roof project is not always easy. Here are some guidelines I’ve picked up over the years to help determine what color best suits your personality and your home. Remember, you have to live with the choice the next 20-30 years so, …
Read Full ArticleOur company replaces 250-300 shingle roofs a year. One of the decisions our homeowners have to make before we begin their roof project is whether to upgrade from a traditional shingle to a dimensional shingle.
Read Full ArticleDark vs. Light Shingles During the hot summer months we get many questions from homeowners about dark vs. light shingles. More specifically, “does a dark shingle make my house hotter and cause my air conditioner to run more often?” The answer is no, not really.
Read Full ArticleA big hail storm hit south west of Dayton, OH on May 25, 2011. Centerville, Bellbrook and Kettering suffered considerable damage from the storm. Many homeowners have asked what hail does to damage their shingles. Let’s start with how a shingle is made. A shingle …
Read Full ArticleSince the big hail storm in Bellbrook and Kettering, many homeowners have asked how they can tell if their shingles have hail damage. Here is a helpful guideline for a do-it-yourself inspection.
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